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Lionel Messi's gesture leaves Cape Verde goalkeeper speechless after World Cup exit

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha has opened up about a touching exchange with Argentine superstar Lionel Messi following his side's heartbreaking FIFA World Cup exit.

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Henderson acknowledges ‘final feel’ ahead of Mexico showdown

England midfielder Jordan Henderson admits their FIFA World Cup Round of 16 clash against co-hosts Mexico has all the ingredients of a final, given the occasion, the venue and the quality of the opposition.

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Thomas Tuchel - England ready for hostile Azteca atmosphere

England coach Thomas Tuchel says his side fully appreciates the magnitude of facing co-hosts Mexico at the iconic Azteca Stadium for a place in the FIFA World Cup quarterfinals.

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Morocco adapted to beat Canada says 18-year-old Bouaddi

Morocco midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi has praised his teammates for adapting brilliantly after a difficult first half to secure a 3-0 victory over Canada and book their place in the FIFA World Cup quarterfinals.

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'We made history for our country' - Cape Verde coach reflects after World Cup exit

Cape Verde head coach Bubista says his team played with "dignity and courage" after taking Argentina to extra-time before falling to a 3-2 defeat in the World Cup last-32 clash in Miami.

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Queiroz laments Ghana's costly errors, unsure over future after World Cup exit

Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz admitted his side failed to produce the performance they had prepared for after their 1-0 defeat to Colombia ended the Black Stars' FIFA World Cup campaign in Kansas City.

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