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.
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.
Former most expensive defender in the world, 35, ends career in Bolivia
Eliaquim Mangala has ended his career at the age of 35. The defender played for clubs including Manchester City, FC Porto and Valencia, as well as the French national team.