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Uzbekistan coach Fabio Cannavaro has accepted full responsibility for his team's 5-0 World Cup defeat to Portugal in Houston, insisting the players showed commitment despite the heavy loss.
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Dutch King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima attended back-to-back World Cup matches in the United States on Saturday, watching the Netherlands defeat Sweden 5-1 in Houston before heading to Kansas City for Curaçao's goalless draw with Ecuador.
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Three Norwegian players—Erling Haaland, Alexander Sørloth, and Kristian Thorstvedt—carry the hopes of surpassing their fathers' achievements at the World Cup, adding an emotional dimension to their campaign.
Morocco coach Mohamed Ouahbi has defended captain Achraf Hakimi following hostile crowd reaction during Friday's 1-0 World Cup victory over Scotland, hours after a French court ordered the PSG defender to stand trial on rape charges.
Qatar's 6-0 loss to Canada at the World Cup has prompted analysts to question whether financial investment alone can transform a nation into a football powerhouse, sparking broader debate about sustainable talent development.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney visited the national football team's locker room to congratulate them on securing Canada's first-ever World Cup finals match victory, commending their resilience after a teammate suffered a serious leg injury.