Lionel Messi etched his name into World Cup history when he became the tournament's all-time leading goalscorer while leading Argentina into the last 32.
Portugal winger Francisco Conceicao has praised Cristiano Ronaldo's enduring hunger and leadership, describing him as an example to the squad even at 41 years of age.
Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni has emphasised the importance of taking things game by game during the World Cup group stage.
Siphosethu Mnebelele has been confirmed as the Junior Springbok captain for the forthcoming Junior World Championship in Georgia, replacing regular skipper Riley Norton, who has been named in Springbok squad for the Nations Championship.
Egypt captain Mohamed Salah hailed his side's latest World Cup triumph as the greatest achievement in the nation's football history, describing the landmark victory as a moment that will be remembered by generations of Egyptians.
Spain sensation Lamine Yamal described his first World Cup start and goal as a dream come true after playing a starring role in La Roja's victory.
Hosts South Africa threw everything they had at France in the final of the FIH Men's Hockey Nations Cup at Hartleyvale Stadium in Cape Town, but the visitors held their nerve to claim a thrilling 2-1 victory to lift the trophy.
Spain coach Luis de la Fuente has expressed his relief and delight at the return of teenage sensation Lamine Yamal, describing his availability as a major boost for La Roja.
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus on Saturday evening named a 46-man squad featuring six uncapped players and a host of returning Vodacom Bulls players for the inaugural Nations Championship, which kicks off against England in Johannesburg on Saturday, 4 July.
Germany head coach Julian Nagelsmann has expressed his delight after his side secured their place in the knockout stages of the World Cup.