Laliq Adams wins gold at World Youth Games in Gothenburg

Cape Verde advances to World Cup knockout rounds, France secures top spot in Group I

Cape Verde has made history by reaching the knockout rounds of the World Cup for the first time, drawing 0-0 with Saudi Arabia to secure second place in Group H. They will now face Argentina in the last 32. Coach Bubista expressed the team's belief that "nothing is impossible." Spain topped Group H after defeating Uruguay 1-0, eliminating Uruguay from the competition. Spain's victory came with injuries to Yeremy Pino and Nico Williams. These results also confirmed the advancement of England, Portugal, Ghana, Egypt, and Paraguay. France dominated their match against Norway, winning 4-1 to claim first place in Group I. Ousmane Dembele scored a first-half hat-trick for France. The anticipated duel between Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland did not materialize as Haaland was benched. Dembele emphasized the importance of staying focused for the upcoming challenges. France will play Sweden in the last 32, while Norway will face Ivory Coast. Senegal also progressed to the last 32 after a 5-0 victory over Iraq, qualifying as one of the best third-placed teams. Iran drew 1-1 with Egypt in Group G, leaving them in third place and awaiting other results to determine their advancement. Belgium secured first place in Group G with a 5-1 win against New Zealand, with goals from Leandro Trossard, Kevin De Bruyne, Romelu Lukaku, and Alexis Saelemaekers.