⚽ Latest Match Headlines

• England Survives DR Congo Scare: The Three Lions narrowly avoided a historic upset in Atlanta. After falling behind early to a 7th-minute strike by Brian Cipenga, England captain Harry Kane saved the day with two late goals (75' and 86') to secure a tense 2-1 win and guide his team to the Round of 16.

• Heavyweight Casualties in Penalties: The tournament's new knockout format has already claimed massive names. Germany was knocked out by Paraguay 4-3 on penalties following a 1-1 draw, while the Netherlands also crashed out via spot-kicks, losing 3-2 to Morocco after a 1-1 deadlock.

• Co-Hosts Keep Marching: Co-hosts France and Mexico comfortably handled their Round of 32 matchups. France cruised to a 3-0 victory over Sweden in New Jersey, while Mexico took down Ecuador 2-2 in front of a roaring home crowd in Mexico City.

• By Casanova Affable