Lukaku seizes spotlight from Salah, De Bruyne in Belgium's draw with Egypt - ESPN
SEATTLE — In a game that was billed as Mohamed Salah vs. Kevin De Bruyne, it was another legendary name whose influence was arguably most profound.
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Tunisia replace coach Lamouchi with Renard after World Cup rout by Sweden says report
June 15 : Tunisia have moved swiftly to sack coach Sabri Lamouchi following a woeful start to their World Cup campaign and have reached an agreement to replace him with fellow Frenchman Herve Renard, Tunis Afrique Presse reported on Tuesday.
Iran draw with New Zealand in opener after tense buildup - ESPN
INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Iran opened its politically charged World Cup with a 2-2 draw against New Zealand on Monday night, overcoming two deficits and getting the tying goal from Mohammad Mohebbi in the 64th minute.
Austria coach Rangnick wary of Jordan at World Cup of surprises
SANTA CLARA, California, June 15 : Austria coach Ralf Rangnick is wary that his team could become the latest European nation to be thwarted by sides from the Asian confederation at the World Cup if they fail to bring their best against debutants Jordan on Tuesday.
Jordan feeling pride not pressure over World Cup debut
SANTA CLARA, California, June 15 : Jordan are feeling pride not pressure ahead of their World Cup debut against Austria and will fight to prove their worth in what will be a new chapter in the country's soccer history, captain Ehsan Haddad said on Monday.
Cape Verde hero Vozinha sheds 'tears of resilience' after stopping Spain
ATLANTA, United States: Spain failed to find a way past inspired Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha as the 40-year-old secured a stunning 0-0 draw for the World Cup debutants and was reduced to tears at his heroics.
Belgium must beat Iran after disappointing draw with Egypt, Garcia says
SEATTLE, June 15 : Belgium are disappointed by a 1-1 draw with Egypt in their World Cup Group G opener on Monday, coach Rudi Garcia said, urging his side to put it right in their next match.
Cape Verde controlled Spain in a different way, says Bubista
ATLANTA, June 15 : Cape Verde were unsurprisingly under the cosh for most of their debut World Cup clash with Spain on Monday, but after holding out for a 0-0 draw, manager Bubista said that there were other ways of controlling a game apart from dominating possession.