Sweden fear France and will be without a regular starter for the rest of the World Cup
Isak Hien will not play again at this World Cup. The Swedish defender suffered a hamstring injury during the final group-stage match against Japan, which will keep him out for the rest of the tournament. A major blow for Graham Potter ahead of the round-of-32 match against feared France.
Scotland Left Fearing World Cup Exit After Brazil Defeat
Scotland still have a slim chance of reaching the World Cup knockout stage, but there is little optimism within the squad after the 3-0 defeat to Brazil. Head coach Steve Clarke, captain Andy Robertson and midfielder John McGinn fear that their World Cup adventure is over.
Ecuador Stun Germany to Reach World Cup Knockout Stage
Ecuador beat Germany 2-1 to reach the World Cup round of 32, with Sebastián Beccacece praising courage, unity and belief.