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According to an exclusive report by Bild, Germany national team coach Julian Nagelsmann is set to leave soon, with Jurgen Klopp as the top candidate to replace him. The DFB has returned to Germany for an emergency meeting, with a €7 million severance fee arranged. Nagelsmann will explain the World Cup failure, while Klopp is keen to take over. Rumors about Rangnick are false, and Guardiola is not interested.

In the World Cup Round of 16 match, England staged a dramatic 2-1 comeback against Democratic Republic of Congo after falling behind in the 7th minute. Harry Kane scored twice, first a header from a Gordon cross in the 75th minute to equalize, then a late winner in the 86th minute, also assisted by Gordon. A controversial first-half penalty claim for a Kane fall was denied by the referee and VAR.

Bayern Munich have signed 25-year-old Moroccan forward Ismael El Ghazi from PSV Eindhoven on a contract until 2031, with the player set to join after the World Cup.

The Chicago Bulls officially announced on July 2 that they have exercised the team option on forward Leonard Miller. He was traded from the Minnesota Timberwolves to the Bulls during the 2025-26 season, averaging 11.7 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 1.3 assists per game during his tenure.

Brighton & Hove Albion have reached an agreement with Tottenham Hotspur to officially sign young defender Luka Vuskovic.

The Lakers have acquired Walker Kessler from the Jazz in a sign-and-trade worth $130 million over four years, trading away unprotected first-round picks in 2031 and 2033, plus first-round swap rights in 2028 and 2030. This leaves the Lakers with just one tradeable first-round pick (2032) in the next seven years through 2033.

Ghana, already qualified for Group L of the 2026 World Cup with England, Croatia, and Panama, holds 4 points. They face a critical match in Kansas City against a resurgent Colombia to secure a spot in the round of 32.

In a World Cup Round of 16 match on July 2, England played against the Democratic Republic of Congo. Just 7 minutes into the game, Sipenga's low strike found the net, putting Congo ahead 1-0.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be the largest in history, featuring a record number of teams. Hosted by Canada, Mexico, and the United States, all 104 matches' schedules are provided by Flashscore.

Declan Rice expresses confidence in England's penalty takers ahead of their World Cup match, calling it the best lineup in the country's history and stating no advice was needed for Harry Kane.

Bosnia and Herzegovina head coach Sergej Barbarez downplayed the US team's dismissive remarks towards Bosnia before the match. He emphasized that the team does not need such comments to provide extra motivation when facing the US in the World Cup round of 32 match.

On July 1st, Diario Sport reported that Barcelona's Lamine Yamal needs to cut inside to the center to enhance his impact, drawing parallels to Messi's positional evolution. A former Barcelona coach highlighted Messi's transition from right wing to central roles, which remained unverified after his early exit. Yamal, despite different traits, is following a similar path under Flick and Spain coach De la Fuente, who seeks partners to free him in the 'number 10' role, while Barcelona also scouts for a striker.

The Kings are pursuing a sign-and-trade for Pistons restricted free agent center Jalen Duren, who is unhappy with Detroit's offer and considering a move. The Lakers have also met with Duren.

Shen Lei analyzes Asian teams' World Cup failures, highlighting Iran's aging issues, South Korea's FA conflicts, Saudi and Qatar's failed investments, and warns Chinese football has repeated these mistakes via overpriced leagues, naturalization, and state capital, urging focus on youth and league stability.

Free agent Bogdan Bogdanovic has agreed to a one-year contract with the Houston Rockets, signed on July 1. Standing 1.96m with a 2.11m wingspan, his versatility as a shooting guard/small forward adds depth. Last season with the Clippers, he averaged 7.4 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 2.2 assists in 19.7 minutes over 23 games.

Belgium manager Garcia and forward De Ketelaere gave a pre-match press conference. De Ketelaere said scoring goals is most joyful but the team's performance is more important; his knee swelling has recovered. Garcia confirmed the team has adapted to the environment, defender Van den Bosch will return, and the best Belgium can beat any opponent.

On July 1 Beijing time, three knockout matches in the World Cup Round of 32 offer distinct storylines. Match 080: England vs DR Congo. England aims to continue their dominant form, while DR Congo relies on defensive resilience. Match 081: Belgium vs Senegal is the most unpredictable, with both teams closely matched. Match 082: USA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina sees the USA with home advantage, but Bosnia's counterattacks could pose a threat.

World Cup Round of 16: Norway beats Ivory Coast 2-1, forward Nuusa scores and calls it his career's most important goal. Ahead of the match against Brazil, Nuusa shows respect but insists both teams are evenly matched, vowing to give everything.

In a show, Chelsea legend John Terry and former Premier League manager Sean Dyche discussed Maresca's departure. Dyche pointed to unseen noise, interference, and pressure behind the scenes at Chelsea. Terry revealed multiple conversations with Maresca this season, learning he felt frustrated early on. Terry was disappointed Maresca didn't finish his work at Chelsea but understood his potential move to Manchester City. Despite Chelsea receiving £17 million in compensation, they missed Champions League qualification, with Terry suggesting the club and fans were losers.

Ecuador head coach Beccacece departs after his team lost 0-2 to Mexico in the World Cup Round of 16, as his contract expired post-tournament. He expressed gratitude and confirmed he would not continue, having led Ecuador to 9 wins in 24 matches since August 2024.