Tielemans’ controversial late penalty caps Belgium comeback over Senegal
Youri Tielemans scored twice, including a late equaliser and the extra-time winner from the penalty spot, as Belgium came from behind to beat Senegal 3-2 in Seattle
‘I dreaded the World Cup but am now embracing it’: how the tournament won over (most) people in host cities
Excitement was muted before the event, but the joy, noise and colour brought by visiting fans has captivated people in the US, Canada and Mexico
World Cup glory could all come down to penalties. What’s the best strategy?
As the knockout stages begin, penalties are inevitable. What do the stats say about the best ways to take them?
Kane to the rescue with late double as England edge past DR Congo into last 16
Harry Kane struck twice late on against the Democratic Republic of the Congo to see England win 2-1 and go into the last 16 of the World Cup
Fifa unites the world – in anger at hydration breaks (AKA ad breaks) | Barney Ronay
Fans, players and coaches have voiced their indignation at the way the game is massively altered by the four-quarter structure
Goalkeepers beware: Trionda World Cup ball hits ‘crisis’ point at certain speed
Some, like Luca Zidane, have been bamboozled and an academic paper bears out Joe Hart’s opinion about its movement
The World Cup stars being targeted by Premier League clubs
The World Cup stars being targeted by Premier League clubs. Who has caught the eye already, and which clubs are focusing on longer-term priorities?