The WC has entered a new phase.
Canada won the first round of 16. Details of France’s starting eleven against Sweden have emerged and Brazil’s star Vinícius Júnior burst into tears.
Here are tonight’s headlines from the WC.
South Africa–Canada 0–1
Host nation Canada’s journey in the World Cup continues.
A low-key round of 16 final flashed to life in the 92nd minute when Stephen Eustaquio made the match decider 1-0.
– I feel very happy. When I shot, it felt like everyone was shooting with me at the same time, he says.
► Read more in the article here.
Called a traitor – kissed the flag
The American Jesse Marsch is the national team captain for Canada.
During their matches, he has sung along to Canada’s national anthem, which has caused him to be painted as a “traitor” in the United States.
After Canada’s victory against South Africa, he kissed the Canadian flag on the jersey in front of the fans in Los Angeles.
► Read more here.
Information such as France’s starting eleven against Sweden
On Tuesday 23.00, Sweden faces France in the round of 16.
Now both French L’Équipe and RMC Sport report several changes to France’s starting eleven.
► Read more here.
The tears of Vinícius Júnior
Brazil star Vinícius Júnior became emotional on Brazilian television. He received a greeting from a special person and it made him cry.
Brazil will meet Japan in the round of 16 on Monday. The match kicks off at 19:00.
► Read more here.
Makoto’s Diary
Sportbladet’s Makoto Asahara’s World Cup journey continues – this time to Los Angeles.
He has witnessed a World Cup Round of 16 and during the night he shared what he experienced during Canada’s 1-0 win against South Africa.
► Read the WC diary here.
