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Heartbreak for Ivory Coast as Amad Diallo's historic goal can't prevent loss to Norway in World Cup

Manchester United winger Amad Diallo makes history as Ivory Coast's first goalscorer in a FIFA World Cup knockout match, despite a 2-1 defeat to Norway.

Historic joy in Abidjan as Ivory Coast reach World Cup knockouts for first time

Ivory Coast reaches World Cup knockout stage for the first time after Nicolas Pépé’s brace beats Curaçao 2-0, sparking huge celebrations in Abidjan.

Airtel Kenya appoints new managing director as rivalry with Safaricom intensifies

Africa. The move comes at a pivotal moment for Airtel Kenya, which has emerged as the country's strongest challenger to Safaricom.

 Pepe Double Against Curacao Fires Ivory Coast Into Historic First World Cup Knockout Stage

Ivory Coast reach the World Cup knockout stage for the first time after Nicolas Pepe's decisive double against Curacao.

Ivory Coast into World Cup knockout round for 1st time

PHILADELPHIA — Ivory Coast got goals from Nicolas Pépé in each half and advanced to the World Cup knockout round for the first time in the West African team’s history with a 2-0 victory over Curaçao. Les Éléphants have crashed the party and made it out of their group for the first time in four [] The post Ivory Coast into World Cup knockout round for 1st time appeared first on Egyptian Gazette.

Erling Haaland's late winner fires Norway into World Cup round of 16

Man United’s Amad Diallo had scored a brilliant equaliser for the Ivory Coast.

Ivory Coast reach World Cup knockout for the first time

Ivory Coast reached the knockout stages for the first time in World Cup history, thanks to a Nicolas Pepe double as they eliminated minnows Curacao.

Curacao 0-2 Ivory Coast: Pepe becomes unlikely hero with brace to seal Ivory Coast's first World Cup last-32 spot

Nicolas Pepe scores twice to seal Ivory Coast's first-ever World Cup last-32 place with a 2-0 win over Curacao, making them the eighth African nation to reach the knockout rounds.

Coupe du Monde 2026 : l’Afrique du Sud terrasse la Corée du Sud et s’offre une qualification historique en 16es de finale

Surprise monumentale au stade de Monterrey ce mercredi 24 juin 2026 ! Au terme d’un match intense et disputé de bout en bout, l’Afrique du Sud a décroché une victoire capitale face à la Corée du Sud (1-0) pour arracher la deuxième place du groupe A. Ce succès historique permet aux Bafana Bafana de valider [] The post Coupe du Monde 2026 : l’Afrique du Sud terrasse la Corée du Sud et s’offre une qualification historique en 16es de finale first appeared on Guineematin.com.

South Africa vs. Canada Match Prediction, Betting Tips, And World Cup Odds (6/28/26)

History will be made when South Africa and Canada clash in the Round of 32 on Sunday, June 28, with both nations appearing in the World Cup knockout stage for the first time. Canada’s superior firepower, led by the prolific Jonathan David, gives them a clear edge over a South African side that has struggled [...] Read More... The post South Africa vs. Canada Match Prediction, Betting Tips, And World Cup Odds (6/28/26) appeared first on canadasportsbetting.ca.

Ivory Coast reach World Cup knockouts for first time

Ivory Coast reach the knockout stages for the first time in World Cup history thanks to a Nicolas Pepe double as they eliminate minnows Curacao.

Late goal gives Canada first-ever World Cup knockout stage victory

Canada beat South Africa 1-0 thanks to a stoppage-time strike by Stephen Eustaquio from distance to reach the World Cup last ​16 for the first time in their history. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X : https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.news/AJEMobile

Kanada lakar sejarah mara ke pusingan 16, kalahkan Afrika Selatan 1-0

LOS ANGELES: Jaringan kemenangan pada masa kecederaan oleh Stephen Eustaquio memastikan Kanada menewaskan Afrika Selatan 1-0 dalam perlawanan pertama pusingan kalah mati Piala Dunia, sekali gus membawa tuan rumah bersama itu ke kelompok 16 pasukan terbaik buat kali pertama dalam sejarah. Dalam aksi yang menyaksikan kedua-dua pasukan membuat penampilan sulung di pusingan kalah mati, perlawanan ... Read more The post Kanada lakar sejarah mara ke pusingan 16, kalahkan Afrika Selatan 1-0 appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

Cote d'Ivoire: Côte d'Ivoire Make World Cup History As Pépé Double Sends Elephants Through

[CAF] Côte d'Ivoire reached the knockout stage of the FIFA World Cup for the first time in their history after Nicolas Pépé scored twice in a composed 2-0 win over Curaçao in Philadelphia on Thursday night.

Canada manager Jesse Marsch doesn’t ‘give a sh*t’ if people call his speeches ‘performative’

The first country to advance to the 2026 FIFA World Cup’s round of 16 has never done so before. Canada took down South Africa 1-0 on Sunday at SoFi Stadium. Stephen Eustáquio scored the match’s only goal in second-half stoppage time. CANADA WITH THE GO-AHEAD GOAL IN STOPPAGE TIME! Jacqui Oatley with the call for

Ivory Coast into World Cup knockout round for 1st time on strength of Pepe's 2 goals

Ivory Coast got goals from Nicolas Pepe in each half and advanced to the World Cup knockout round for the first time in the West African team's history with a 2-0 victory over Curaçao on Thursday in Philadelphia.

Ivory Coast Reach World Cup Knockout Stage for First Time in History as Pépé Breaks the Curse

Nicolas Pépé's close-range finish against Curaçao sent Ivory Coast to the World Cup knockout stage for the first time in their history on Thursday, ending twenty years of group-stage pain across four tournament appearances. Germany topped Group E with seven points as Ecuador were eliminated.

Gabriel Diallo upsets Terence Atmane in first round of Eastbourne

Gabriel Diallo of Montreal, Quebec recorded his first win in over two months on Monday, and in the process delivered an upset. Diallo, the 91st ranked player in the world, upset Terence Atmane of France, the 50th ranked player in the world, 6-7, 6-4, 6-5. The serve was a key statistic win the match. Diallo [] The post Gabriel Diallo upsets Terence Atmane in first round of Eastbourne appeared first on Canadian Sport Scene.

World Cup guide: Historic playoff match between Canada and South Africa

World Cup guide: Historic playoff match between Canada and South Africa

Cape Verde continue remarkable World Cup storty with Uruguay draw

By Adam Millington, BBC Sport journalist, June 22:At a glanceKevin Pina scores Cape Verde's first World Cup goal with th...

'Goal of the tournament' - Amad's brilliant equaliser for Ivory Coast

Amad Diallo scores a goal of the tournament contender to equalise for Ivory Coast against Norway in their last-32 match.

Former Korean coaching candidate takes Canada to last 16

Jesse Marsch, who was once considered a leading candidate to coach South Korea's national team, is making history with Canada at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Canada defeated South Africa 1-0 in the Round of 32 at Los Angeles Stadium in California on Sunday. After advancing to the knockout stage for the first time in World Cup history as the runner-up in Group B, Canada secured its place in the Round of 16 with the victory, becoming the first team at this year's tournament to reach the last 16. South

HISTORIC! Bafana Bafana Reach World Cup Knockout Stage for First Time Ever

MONTERREY, Mexico — South Africa has made World Cup history, qualifying for the knockout rounds for the first time ever after a hard-fought 1-0 victory over South Korea at Estadio BBVA on Wednesday night. The momentous occasion was sealed by winger Thapelo Maseko’s 63rd-minute strike, which sent the Bafana Bafana bench into raptures and sparked []

Anthea Jeffery: Botswana beats SA at its own game — here's how to fix Mining

Anthea Jeffery: Botswana beats SA at its own game — here's how to fix Mining

🥹Emotional: how Canada’s goal sealed a place in the last 16

Without a doubt, Canada has made history after defeating South Africa, as they have reached the World Cup round of 16 for the first time ever. Let’s remember that they qualified for two World Cups: ...

Canada grabs a late winner to eliminate South Africa in opening game of the World Cup’s Round of 32

A late second-half goal from Stephen Eustáquio allowed Canada to inch past South Africa in the opening game of the World Cup’s Round of 32, sending Les Rouges through to the next round. It’s the first knockout round victory in Canadian history as they became the first World Cup co-host to play an elimination game The post Canada grabs a late winner to eliminate South Africa in opening game of the World Cup’s Round of 32 appeared first on Egypt Independent.

दक्षिण अफ्रिकालाई हराउँदै क्यानडा विश्वकपको अन्तिम १६ मा

काठमाडौँ। दक्षिण अफ्रिकालाई हराउँदै क्यानडा फिफा विश्वकप फुटबल २०२६ को अन्तिम १६ मा प्रवेश गरेको छ। अमेरिकाको लस एन्जलस रङ्गशालामा आज भएको पहिलो नकआउट खेलमा दक्षिण अफ्रिकालाई १–० गोलअन्तरले पराजित गर्दै क्यानडा प्रिक्वार्टरफाइनलमा प्रवेश गरेको हो। क्यानडाका लागि स्टेफेन युस्टाकियोले निर्णायक गोल गरे। उनले खेलको दोस्रो हाफको अतिरिक्त समयमा गरेको गोल नै निर्णायक साबित भयो। यससँगै []

4 Takeaways From Ivory Coast's Win Over Curaçao In Group E Finale

Ivory Coast secured second place in Group E with its win over Curacao. Here's what we learned.

LIVE – South Africa v Canada: World Cup 2026 commentary, updates, goals and stats for first knockout stage clash

Opportunity knocks for both Canada and South Africa with a place in the World Cup round of 16 on offer to the winner. See who takes their chance with our live commentary...

Live updates: Canada vs. South Africa locked at 0-0 in 1st knockout match of FIFA World Cup 2026

Live updates: Canada vs. South Africa locked at 0-0 in 1st knockout match of FIFA World Cup 2026

Egypt edge Australia on penalties to reach World Cup last 16

Hossam Abdelmaguid scored the winning penalty as Egypt made history by beating a dogged Australia 4-2 on penalties to reach the World Cup last 16 on Friday. A tense affair in which Egypt and their off-colour captain Mohamed Salah wasted the better chances had ended 1-1 after 120 minutes in Texas. Lionel Messi’s Argentina loom [] The post Egypt edge Australia on penalties to reach World Cup last 16 appeared first on The Namibian.

Cape Verde pull off second stunning World Cup upset as Uruguay held to dramatic draw

Uruguay 2-2 Cape Verde: Kevin Pina ​scored the island nation’s first World Cup goal as they took a surprise lead, and substitute Helio Varela later capitalised on a mistake to notch a second-half equaliser

Golf: E. Obeng wins 2nd Senchi Invitational tourney

Emmanuel Obeng produced an outstanding performance to win the highly competitive second Senchi Invitational golf tournament, played at the Royal Senchi Hotel and Resort golf course in the Eastern Region. Obeng, a member of the Bok Nam Kim Golf Club, exceeded expectations by returning an impressive gross score of 65 to claim the coveted title. The post Golf: E. Obeng wins 2nd Senchi Invitational tourney appeared first on Ghanaian Times.

South Africa’s Broos smiles and snarls before Canada World Cup showdown

South Africa and Canada are both competing in the knockout stages of a World Cup for the first time.

Tolulope Tunde Ajiboye Calls Young Nigerians to Choose Strength, Courage and Purpose at The Undaunted Conference 2026

Written By Tolulope Tunde Ajiboye The post Tolulope Tunde Ajiboye Calls Young Nigerians to Choose Strength, Courage and Purpose at The Undaunted Conference 2026 appeared first on BellaNaija - Showcasing Africa to the world. Read today!.