England's Tuchel: Big-name WC exits can 'calm us'

Thomas Tuchel has said surprise early World Cup exits for Germany and Netherlands will "calm our minds" and help England not to "over-expect" when facing Congo DR.

Mexico won their first World Cup knockout stage match in 40 years after dispatching Ecuador 2-0 in front an electric crowd at the Estadio Azteca on Tuesday.

Mexico beat Ecuador 2 - 0 as they won a World Cup knockout match for the first time in 40 years.

Marcelo Bielsa took full responsibility on Tuesday for Uruguay's group-stage elimination from the 2026 World Cup, calling the exit frustrating and painful as his three-year contract with the federation officially came to an end.

FIFA explained Tuesday the tighter regulations that resulted in Germany having a potentially game-winning goal disallowed in their shock elimination from the World Cup.

Ivory Coast winger Amad Diallo said his side gave Manchester City striker Erling Haaland "too much space" after the Norway forward scored the late winner in Tuesday's 2-1 World Cup round-of-32 clash in Dallas.

How do you beat a team with so much attacking firepower? If France's win over Sweden is any indication, it might be impossible.

Ivory Coast captain Franck Kessié has acknowledged that he's considering his international future following his country's elimination from the 2026 World Cup on Tuesday.

Follow live coverage from the 2026 FIFA World Cup round-of-32 clash between Mexico and Ecuador.

Thomas Tuchel has confirmed Reece James and Jarell Quansah will miss England's round of 32 clash with Congo DR on Wednesday.

A brace from Kylian Mbappé contributed to an electric France performance as they swept Sweden 3-0 to progress to the last 16 of the World Cup.

Kylian Mbappé broke the record for most goals in World Cup knockout matches and moved within a single goal of Lionel Messi's overall tournament mark, as his two goals led France to a 3-0 win over Sweden.

Ronald Koeman is out as the Netherlands head coach, following the team's exit to Morocco at the World Cup.

While he has a very talented and capable supporting cast, Norway's dreams of World Cup glory rest on the shoulders, and goals, of Erling Haaland.

Pre-tournament favourites France take on Sweden in what should be a fascinating round of 32 encounter at the 2026 World Cup, and you can follow the action with ESPN.

Everton are set to complete the signing of Middlesbrough midfielder Hayden Hackney for a fee in the region of £25m, sources have told ESPN.

Declan Rice says England have the best crop of penalty takers they have ever had as they head into the knockout stages of the World Cup.

Erling Haaland starred again as his winner sent Norway past Ivory Coast for the country's first knockout round win in their history.

Erling Haaland sent Norway into a round of 16 clash with Brazil by scoring an 86th minute winner against Ivory Coast in Dallas.

Tottenham have agreed a club-record £85 million ($112m) deal with West Ham to sign Mateus Fernandes, sources have told ESPN.

Jarell Quansah and Reece James were both absent from England's final squad training session ahead of their round of 32 World Cup showdown with the Democratic Republic of Congo

South Korea captain Son Heung-min has apologized for the team's group-stage exit at the World Cup, saying he is "indescribably hurt" and eager to "win the hearts" of the nation once again.

You've seen the viral images of Norway fans and their "Viking Row," the latest in a long tradition of iconic team chants at the World Cup. Only, this one isn't rooted in history, but the notepad of a superfan.

Despite not looking brilliant during the group stage, England are among the betting favorites to win the 2026 World Cup and ... well ... Bill Connelly is a believer.

Antonín Kinsky has signed a new contract at Tottenham, with head coach Roberto De Zerbi saying he is developing into "one of the best goalkeepers in Europe."

Given his superhuman soccer talents, it was just a matter of time before Lionel Messi became the latest big-name star to enter the superhero world.

Erling Haaland's Norway face Ivory Coast in an intriguing-looking World Cup round-of-32 clash - follow it live with ESPN.

ESPN Africa correspondent Ed Dove provides the lowdown on Congo DR ahead of their game against England.

AC Milan have confirmed the signing of Portugal forward Gonçalo Ramos from Paris Saint-Germain, the Italian club has announced.

Former Sheffield United midfielder Maddy Cusack's coach had called her a "psycho" and was playing mind games with her before her death, an inquest has heard.