The Best & The Rest, So Far
As World Cup knockouts begin, Argentina, France & Spain look like frontrunners.
Brazil & Germany haven’t hit their full stride.
England, as usual, is flattering to deceive.
African teams deserve a big applause
World Cup Group Stage Concludes, Knockouts Set
- France, Argentina favorites to win World Cup as teams enter knockout stage The New York Times —
- Africa revel in World Cup success with nine teams into knockout round The Straits Times —
- World Cup 2026: Patrice Motsepe hails historic success as nine African teams reach knockouts IOL —
- World Cup 2026: Record-breaking 215 goals lighting up expanded 48-team tournament IOL —
- Best FIFA World Cup Round of 32 Matches to Watch After the Group Stage Newsweek —