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Austria's Rangnick identifies stopping Lamine Yamal as key to upsetting Spain in World Cup
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Austria coach Ralf Rangnick stated that containing Spain's Lamine Yamal will be a primary focus for his team in their World Cup round of 32 match. Rangnick acknowledged Yamal's talent, describing him as an excellent player whom football fans enjoy watching, but emphasized the need to limit his opportunities and possession. Spain has managed Yamal's playing time since a hamstring injury in April, with the 18-year-old scoring once in 141 minutes across three group games. Despite Austria scoring six goals in the group stage, one more than Spain, Rangnick recognized the need for his side to elevate their performance against a Spanish team unbeaten in 34 matches since March 2023. Austria captain David Alaba also acknowledged Spain's attractive football and individual quality but expressed his team's determination to play offensively and seek success. Austria will be without defender Phillipp Mwene due to injury, but Rangnick remains confident in his team's ability to compete.
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Colombia, having completed a strong group stage, will face Ghana in the World Cup round of 32. Ghana is coached by Carlos Queiroz, who previously managed Colombia from 2019 to 2020. Queiroz led Ghana to the knockout stage as one of the best third-placed teams after securing four points in Group L. Colombia, under coach Nestor Lorenzo, advanced unbeaten from Group K, finishing above Portugal. Midfielder Richard Rios stated that Colombia will maintain its proactive approach, emphasizing defensive solidity and attacking football. Queiroz, participating in his sixth World Cup as a coach, aims to replicate Ghana's 2010 quarter-final run. Ghana captain Jordan Ayew expressed the team's desire to bring back the joy that has been missing for some years.
Egypt will issue a silver commemorative medal to celebrate the national football team's historic qualification for the knockout stage of the FIFA World Cup for the first time. The Ministry of Finance announced this on Thursday, July 2, 2026. Gamal Hussein, Head of the Egyptian Mint Authority, stated the medal will be struck in 900-grade silver and feature a design combining the global sporting event's symbolism with Egypt's ancient cultural heritage. The medal will be available for purchase through the authority's sales outlet starting in mid-July. This commemorates Egypt's best-ever World Cup campaign, where they finished second in Group G after a 1-1 draw against Belgium, a 3-1 win over New Zealand, and another 1-1 draw with Iran. Egypt will play Australia in the Round of 32 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on Friday.
The Egyptian Red Crescent ERC dispatched its 226th Zad Al Izzah Provisions of Dignity aid convoy to the Gaza Strip. This convoy, part of the ERC's role in coordinating relief deliveries, transported approximately 4,991 tons of aid. The supplies included food parcels, flour, medical supplies, relief materials, fuel for hospitals and vital facilities, clothing, and tents. The ERC stated that over 1 million tons of humanitarian and relief aid have been delivered to Gaza since the crisis began, facilitated by more than 65,000 volunteers.