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Mexico beat Ecuador 2-0 to end 40-year knockout drought, reach the round of 16

It was Mexico's first win in the knockout stage since beating Bulgaria in the round of 16 at the 1986 World Cup, which the country hosted.

Manuel Neuer has confirmed his retirement from international football. Photo: Reuters

Manuel Neuer calls time on Germany career after World Cup elimination

Iran football team's captain Mehdi Taremi. Photo: Collected

Iran captain Taremi criticises Infantino over World Cup travel issues

Two men are making $50,000 to watch the World Cup. Photo: BBC

The dream job is real: Meet Kevin and Austin - who are getting $50,000 to watch every World Cup match

Neymar ready for Brazil's crucial Scotland showdown

Brazil favourites to seal knockout berth as Scotland chase historic qualification

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman met with the players of the Primary School Gold Cup Football Tournament at the Bangladesh Army Stadium today (20 June). Photo: PMO

PM urges primary students to excel in studies along with sports

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani speaks during a ceremony at city hall after the New York Knicks championship parade. Photo: Reuters

Sports cannot become a luxury, says Mamdani, outlining plans to air World Cup throughout New York

Bangladesh players celebrate after clinching the ODI series against New Zealand on 23 April 2026. Photo: BCB

Bangladesh seal series win over New Zealand after 12yrs

Photo: Collected

Man City, Inter, Chelsea and Juve to face off pre-season in Hong Kong

IUB badminton team wins three titles at EWU tournament

IUB badminton team wins three titles at EWU tournament

Ruhul Kabir Rizvi Ahmed. Sketch: TBS

Player selection must be based on merit, not politics: Rizvi

Zobera Rahman Linu: Recognition at last, but challenges remain

Zobera Rahman Linu: Recognition at last, but challenges remain

Australia's Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke poses with Iranian women's soccer team support worker Zahra Soltan Meshkeh Kar and team player Mohaddeseh Zolfi, who were granted asylum overnight, in Australia, March 10, 2026. Photo: Reuters

3 Iranian women soccer players to return home after seeking asylum in Australia