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Morocco Sweep Past Canada To Reach World Cup Quarterfinals As Ounahi Shines

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July 4 (THEWILL) — Morocco produced a devastating second-half display to defeat co-hosts Canada 3-0 on Saturday and book their place in the quarterfinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Azzedine Ounahi scoring twice in a commanding victory...
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Colombia End Ghana’s World Cup Dream, Advance To Round Of 16

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July 4 (THEWILL) — Ghana's hopes of reaching the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 were dashed on Saturday, as Colombia secured a narrow 1-0 victory in Kansas City, ending the Black Stars' impressive campaign and reducing Africa's representation...
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Argentina Survive Cape Verde Scare to Book Round of 16 Clash With Egypt

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July 4 (THEWILL) — Defending champions Argentina were pushed to the limit before edging spirited African debutants Cape Verde 3-2 in a thrilling FIFA World Cup Round of 32 encounter to secure their place in the last 16. Argentina entered...
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Egypt Make History, Beat Australia on Penalties To Reach First Ever World Cup Last 16

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July 4 (THEWILL) — Egypt etched their name into FIFA World Cup history on Friday after defeating Australia 4-2 on penalties following a gripping 1-1 draw after extra time, securing a place in the Round of 16 for the...
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Mexico Beat Ecuador To Keep Co-Hosts’ World Cup Dream Alive

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July 1 (THEWILL) — Co-hosts Mexico booked their place in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a composed 2-0 victory over Ecuador on Tuesday, producing a clinical first-half performance at Estadio Azteca. Goals from Julián...
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France Cruise Past Sweden As Mbappé Brace Secures Last-16 Spot

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July 1 (THEWILL) — Kylian Mbappé delivered another masterclass as France swept aside Sweden 3-0 on Tuesday to secure a place in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where they will face Paraguay. The French captain...
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Haaland Fires Norway Into Historic Last 16 With Late Winner Against Ivory Coast

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June 30 (THEWILL) — Erling Haaland delivered once again as Norway claimed a historic 2-1 victory over the Ivory Coast on Tuesday, booking their place in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a dramatic...
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Morocco Knock Out Netherlands On Penalties To Set Up Canada Clash

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June 30 (THEWILL) — Morocco produced another unforgettable FIFA World Cup moment on Monday, defeating the Netherlands 3-2 in a penalty shootout after a dramatic 1-1 draw to secure a place in the Round of 16. Ismael Saibari converted the...
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Paraguay Shock Germany On Penalties To Reach World Cup Round Of 16

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June 30 (THEWILL) — Paraguay pulled off one of the biggest upsets of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Monday, knocking out four-time champions Germany 4-3 in a penalty shootout after an absorbing 1-1 draw at Gillette Stadium. Defender José...
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W’Cup: Brazil Leave It Late to Edge Japan, Book Place in Last 16

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June 29 (THEWILL) — Brazil needed a stoppage-time winner to overcome a spirited Japan side, claiming a dramatic 2-1 victory on Monday to secure their place in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The five-time world...
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Olumide Atiba is a sports journalist with THEWILL, known for his keen news sense and compelling storytelling. He has built a reputation for turning leads into clear, well-structured reports that resonate with readers, with a strong focus on football coverage
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