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Edinson Cavani's three-match ban for using 'negrito' on Instagram sparks backlash from Uruguay's language academy, who label it a 'poverty of cultural knowledge'. Discover the cultural clash and its impact on football.
France defeated Belgium 1-0 in the 2018 FIFA World Cup semifinal, with Samuel Umtiti's second-half header proving decisive, booking their spot in the final against Croatia.
England beats Sweden 2-0 to advance to the 2018 World Cup semi-finals, while Croatia defeats hosts Russia 4-3 on penalties after a 2-2 draw. Full match analysis and coach quotes.
Day seven of the 2018 FIFA World Cup saw Portugal, Uruguay, and Spain clinch 1-0 victories, with goals from Ronaldo, Suárez, and Costa. Uruguay and Russia advance to the knockout stage, while Morocco and Saudi Arabia are eliminated.
In a thrilling 2018 FIFA World Cup semifinal, Croatia overcame England 2-1 after extra time. Mandžukić's 109th-minute goal sealed Croatia's first-ever final appearance against France.
Brazil defeated Mexico 2-0 while Belgium mounted a stunning comeback to beat Japan 3-2 in the FIFA World Cup 2018 Last 16, advancing to the quarter-finals where they will face each other.
In the 2018 FIFA World Cup quarterfinals, France beat Uruguay 2-0 and Belgium defeated Brazil 2-1, ensuring only European teams remain in the tournament.
Relive the FIFA World Cup 2018 Last 16 action where Sweden beat Switzerland 1-0 and England edged Colombia 4-3 on penalties. Key moments, coach quotes, and quarter-final implications analyzed.
The 2018 FIFA World Cup group stage concluded with dramatic exits for defending champions Germany, Iran, Nigeria, and Senegal. Key matches included Argentina's narrow survival, South Korea's upset over Germany, and Colombia advancing at Senegal's expense.
France defeated Argentina 4-3 with Kylian Mbappé's historic brace, while Uruguay edged Portugal 2-1 via Edinson Cavani's double, advancing both to the 2018 World Cup quarter-finals.
Belgium defeated England 2-0 in the 2018 FIFA World Cup third-place match, with goals from Meunier and Hazard. Explore the match analysis, key events, and coach reactions.
Relive the intense Last 16 matches of the 2018 FIFA World Cup where Russia and Croatia triumphed over Spain and Denmark in penalty shootouts, marking historic moments.
France defeated Croatia 4-2 in the 2018 FIFA World Cup final, with goals from Griezmann, Pogba, and Mbappé. Didier Deschamps becomes third to win as player and coach. Croatia's valiant effort falls short in Moscow.
Manchester City star Gabriel Jesus signs a new deal extending his stay until 2023. Discover his impact since joining from Palmeiras, including 24 goals and key trophies with the club.