Experimental Argentina cruise past Mexico
A first-half header from Ramiro Funes Mori and an own goal by Isaac Brizuela saw Argentina claim a 2-0 win over Mexico in an international friendly clash at Estadio Mario Alberto Kempes in Cordoba on Friday.
Layun questions Neymar antics
Neymar would be a better player ‘if he dedicated himself more to playing football’, according to Mexico’s Miguel Layun.
Neymar succeeds where Messi and Ronaldo fail
After Russia 2018 was shorn of two of its greatest stars on Saturday, Neymar ensured he would not be joining the exodus of headline talent by dragging Brazil through to the quarter-finals two days later.
Neymar back to his best ahead of Mexico clash – Tite
Brazil head coach Tite believes Neymar has returned to his best form as the five-time champions prepare to take on Mexico in the last 16.
Osorio promises Mexico will attack Brazil
Mexico coach Juan Carlos Osorio described Brazil as ‘the best team in the world’ but insisted his side would not step back in Samara on Monday.
The gap is getting smaller
One thing that has become apparent in this World Cup is that no one is guaranteed a win. The gap between the best and the rest is closing, and any hint of complacency can cost you – just ask Germany. DEAN WORKMAN explores.
10 best players of World Cup group stage
FourFourTwo South Africa picks out the stars who’ve shone brightest so far at the 2018 World Cup.
Where to now for Germany?
The curse of the defending champions has struck again as Germany have been sent packing from the World Cup, but where to now for Die Mannschaft? DEAN WORKMAN explores.
We deserved to go out – German FA
The Germany Football Association (DFB) has apologised to the nation the morning after Joachim Low’s side were sensationally knocked out of the World Cup with a 2-0 defeat to South Korea.
Highlights: Vela, Hernandez helps Mexico edge Korea
Javier Hernandez hit his 50th international goal as Mexico edged closer to progression from World Cup Group F with a 2-1 victory over South Korea.
