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Germany's 12-year trophy drought continues as Paraguay defeats them on penalties in the World Cup Round of 16. Nagelsmann criticizes the team's slow attack, with only 11 crosses and one goal from 13 corners, while lamenting a missed open-net chance and a disallowed goal, leading to widespread frustration.

During the 2026 World Cup, Germany became the backdrop for celebration by South American teams twice. In the group stage, Germany lost 1-2 to Ecuador, and after the match Ecuador declared a national holiday to celebrate. In the knockout round of the top 32, Germany was eliminated by Paraguay, and Paraguay immediately declared a national holiday, with the president signing Decree No. 6280 to celebrate the advancement. Germany twice became the object of nationwide celebration for South American teams.

Brazil came from behind to defeat Japan 2–1 and secure a place in the World Cup Round of 16. The win was highlighted as a sign of growing maturity within the squad, with key late goals from Casemiro and Martinelli sealing the result.

FIFA appoints Jordanian referee Muhadma as the match official for the World Cup Round of 16 fixture between England and DR Congo, set for July 2 at 00:00 Beijing time. The 39-year-old has overseen two group-stage games in the current competition.

As Yannick Diomande's transfer to Paris Saint-Germain becomes increasingly clear, Liverpool are expected to step up their pursuit of Bradley Barcola.

Manchester City have officially announced that Enzo Maresca will replace Pep Guardiola as the first-team head coach. The Italian manager has signed a three-year contract with the club, valid until 2029.

On June 30, NBA insider Chris Haynes reported that the Nuggets and Celtics have started trade discussions for Jaylen Brown, with Denver offering Jamal Murray, Aaron Gordon, and Cameron Johnson.

Transfermarkt ranks the most expensive transfers of Argentine footballers, led by Enzo Fernandez’s €121 million move, with Higuain second and Alvarez and Di Maria tied for third.

Julian Alvarez is frustrated with Atletico Madrid's stance in transfer negotiations, feeling the club has reneged on promises to facilitate his move. Despite this, a transfer to Barcelona remains possible as talks continue.

The Netherlands lost 2-3 to Morocco on penalties in the 2026 World Cup Round of 16, their fourth such defeat in tournament history. That equals Spain's record for most penalty shootout losses. Their full shootout record: 1 win, 4 losses.

Morocco edged the Netherlands in a dramatic Round of 32 clash at the BBVA Stadium, coming from behind with a stoppage-time equalizer before winning 4–3 on penalties to advance to the Round of 16 against Canada.

Mexico head coach Aguirre praised Ecuador's growth due to overseas players, commended young talents Gil Mora and Ivan Vargas, and highlighted Mexico's overseas player count rising from 1 to 13-15, boosting competitiveness. He stressed managing the current squad and controlling what is within their power.

On June 30, in the World Cup Round of 16, Brazil came from behind to defeat Japan 2-1. After the match, Cunha stated that while the team anticipated a tough game, they didn't expect it to go down to the wire, and he is proud of the entire squad, especially Casemiro and Martinelli, who scored crucial goals. He emphasized that everyone will have their moment to shine, and the team's greatest strength is unity, with their core weapon being the team itself, maintaining humility and confidence. He also expressed admiration for surfer Italo Ferreira.

In the World Cup Round of 16, the Netherlands and Morocco finished 1-1 in regular time. In the 72nd minute, Gakpo scored from inside the box to give the Netherlands the lead. In the 90th minute, Diop headed home to equalize for Morocco. The match then went into extra time. During the game, Van Hecke suffered a head injury with bleeding, and Achraf hit the crossbar with a long-range effort.

Morocco's Issa Diop scores a stoppage-time equalizer against the Netherlands, marking only the second such goal in the nation's World Cup history, with the first coming from Abderrazak Hamdallah in 2022.

Three of four Round of 16 matches featured decisive stoppage-time goals or equalizers, with Canada, Brazil, and the Netherlands matches all dramatically affected in added time, while Germany vs Paraguay was the only match without late drama.

Netherlands forced extra time in their World Cup Round of 16 match against Morocco, marking their 8th extra-time appearance in World Cup history. This ties them with Spain, France, and Brazil for fifth all-time, behind Germany (12), Italy and Argentina (11 each), and England (10).

According to Adam Himmelsbach of The Boston Globe, center Nikola Vucevic is the Celtics' only remaining unrestricted free agent. He was traded from the Bulls to the Celtics last February, missed about a month due to a finger fracture, and never regained his rhythm. League sources say that while a return to the Celtics is possible, it is not likely...

The Boston Celtics officially announced on June 30 that they have exercised their team options on Neemias Queta, Jordan Walsh, and Dalano Banton. Queta's option is worth approximately $2.7 million, Walsh's about $2.4 million, and Banton's about $2.8 million. This season, Queta averaged 10.2 points, 8.4 rebounds, and 1.3 blocks in 25.3 minutes per game; Walsh averaged 5.4 points and 4.0 rebounds in 17.8 minutes per game; Banton averaged 2.0 points, 0.8 rebounds, and 1.8 assists.

Cody Gakpo's goal against Morocco brings his major tournament tally for the Netherlands to 9, placing him second all-time behind Dennis Bergkamp (10) on the Dutch scoring charts for World Cup and European Championship goals.