Austria head home after mauling by classy Spain
INGLEWOOD, California, July 2 : Austria coach Ralf Rangnick said his team's ability to progress in the World Cup was stymied by facing an incredible Spain team at their best.
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Savour every Messi moment rather than count down his games, says De Paul
MIAMI, July 2 : Fans should cherish every appearance by Lionel Messi rather than dwell on farewell countdowns, Argentina midfielder Rodrigo De Paul said on Thursday as the World Cup holders prepare for their knockout clash with tournament debutants Cape Verde.
'Satisfaction can kill', says Spain coach De la Fuente after Austria rout
INGLEWOOD, California July 2 : Spain coach Luis de la Fuente refused to get carried away after his side's commanding 3-0 victory over Austria sent them into the World Cup last 16 on Thursday, insisting there was still plenty of room for improvement and warning that "satisfaction can kill".
Cape Verde in it to win it against world champions Argentina
MIAMI, July 2 : Coach Bubista said Cape Verde's fearless approach to their first World Cup would not change against Argentina on Friday with the African outsiders focused only on getting through to the last 16 at the expense of the reigning world champions.
Analysis:Lamine effect restores Spain's bite as teenager bends Austria to his rhythm
July 2 : For a country that has long worshipped the collective, Spain are discovering the delicious awkwardness of having an 18-year-old who keeps making individual brilliance look like a team principle, with Lamine Yamal shining as they beat Austria 3-0.
Leao replaces Felix for Portugal against unchanged Croatia
TORONTO, July 2 : Portugal made one change for their round-of-32 match against Croatia on Thursday with Rafael Leao joining the attack in place of Joao Felix. Croatia are unchanged.
Scaloni wary of World Cup surprise package Cape Verde despite Argentina's form
MIAMI, July 2 : Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni struck a measured and respectful tone on Thursday ahead of his side's World Cup last-32 clash against Cape Verde, rejecting suggestions that the tournament debutants would be easy opponents for the reigning champions.
Mikel Oyarzabal's 2 goals send dominant Spain past Austria 3-0 and into round of 16 at the World Cup
Mikel Oyarzabal scored two goals and Spain beat Austria 3-0 on Thursday for its first World Cup victory in a knockout match since winning the title in 2010.