The round of 32 wraps up on Friday at the 2026 FIFA Mens World Cup and the day begins in Dallas where Australia and Egypt meet in a game where a win would be historically important for either team. Then in Miami, one of the tournament's most heavily favored contenders in Argentina will face a true Cinderella team in Cape Verde that will try to pull off what would widely be considered as the greatest World Cup knockout upset of all time. The day and the round then ends in Kansas City, where emerging dark horse contender Colombia will face a Ghana team that plays with a defensive approach and a desire to slow the game down to frustrate opponents. Here is all you need to know for Friday at the World Cup. When: Friday, July 3, 2 p.m. ET Where: Dallas TV: FOX Stream: Watch three days free on FOX One Australia takes on Egypt at Dallas Stadium to kick off the day. Neither nation has ever won a World Cup knockout match in their respective histories. The Socceroos have played two knockout games in their history, losing both in very close and hard-fought games against the eventual champions. In 2006, it was a 1-0 loss to Italy when the games only goal came deep into stoppage time. In 2022, it was a 2-1 loss to Argentina. For Egypt, this is the countrys first time past the group stage. Its only other knockout appearance at the World Cup came in 1934 when the tournament that year did not have group stages and was instead single elimination (and Egypt lost to Hungary 4-2 in the first round). The big storyline in this game is the injury issues for Egypt, which begins with the teams captain and all-time greatest player, Mohamed Salah. In the teams group stage finale against Iran, the former Liverpool forward was forced off with a hamstring strain in the 57th minute. Head coach Hossam Hassan is optimistic that Salah will play, but Egypts offense will struggle to compete if Salah is not fit. It is not just the Salah injury for Egypt, left-back Ahmed Fatouh and central defender Mohamed Abdelmonem are doubtful. This makes Egypts backline also vulnerable. Australia enters this contest having only scored in one of the teams group stage games, the opening 2-0 win over Trkiye. The Socceroos followed that win with a 2-0 loss to the United States and a 0-0 draw with Paraguay. The win over Trkiye showed that Australia is very comfortable sitting deep and looking to hit on counter-attacks. Tony Popovics team likely wont be quite that defensive, but it will be conservative in its approach. Neither team likes to play an up-tempo, fast-paced game. This game will likely be slow in the early goings, with teams looking for individual quality in the final third or set pieces to make the difference. An early goal could change that and force the opponent out of its shell. Player to Watch It was a shocking decision shortly before the first game when Popovic benched veteran starter and now former captain Matthew Ryan in favor of the inexperienced Beach, who plays domestically for Melbourne City. Beach has only five caps with Australia but put in a stunning performance in the win over Trkiye and then earned a second clean sheet against Paraguay. Beach is likely going to need to be at his best again if Australia is to advance. When: Friday, July 3, 6 p.m. ET Where: Miami TV: FOX Stream: Watch three days free on FOX One Fridays second game takes us to Miami, where an Argentina team steeped in history plays a Cape Verde team that had no meaningful accomplishments prior to this tournament. Cape Verde has been one of the best Cinderella stories of any recent World Cup and the Blue Sharks surprisingly advanced to the round of 32 with a 0-0 draw against Saudi Arabia to finish second in its group with three points from three draws. The reward is a game against reigning champion Argentina, who has won all three of its group stage games by multi-goal margins and boasts arguably the greatest player to have ever played. What has made Cape Verdes story so endearing to fans is that the team was drawn into a difficult group with former champions Spain and Uruguay along with Saudi Arabia. The archipelago nation of just 525,000 opened the tournament with a stunning 0-0 draw with Spain and then fought Uruguay to a 2-2 draw. When the group stage ended, Cape Verde was undefeated. Under coach Pedro Leito Brito (commonly known as Bubista), Capo Verde sits very deep in a 4-5-1 formation and offers opponents very little space. In back of that formation is 40-year-old goalkeeper Vozinha, who has been one of the tournament standouts, especially for his effort against Spain. But not everything is positive with this Cape Verde team ahead of this game. This week it was revealed that captain Ryan Mendes is under a criminal investigation in New Zealand over allegations that he raped a woman in March. How the team and its federation handle this matter and respond is unknown. As for Argentina, it will be on the front foot from the opening whistle and looking to break down a very compact defense. But with individual talent such as Lionel Messi and Lautaro Martnez leading the attack, Cape Verde is likely to be overwhelmed. The Blue Sharks held Spain to a 0-0 draw, but it is impossible to see them also keeping Argentina at bay. La Albiceleste has won its last 10 games and are playing like the team to beat. It is an obvious pick to say Messi is the player to watch, but there is no other realistic pick. Messi now has 19 World Cup goals and at age 39, he is the tournaments co-leading scorer and arguably the best player yet again. It is hard to see the Blue Sharks keeping him off the scoreboard when no one else can. When: Friday, July 3, 9:30 p.m. ET Where: Kansas City TV: FOX Stream: Watch three days free on FOX One The final game of the round of 32 takes us to Kansas City Stadium where heavily favored Colombia takes on Ghana in Fridays nightcap. Colombia has lived up to its reputation as one of the potential dark horses of the tournament after winning Group K with wins over Uzbekistan and DR Congo while playing Portugal to a 0-0 draw where it had the better of play. Nstor Lorenzos team plays with a very fluid and very attack-oriented style. Led by top attacker Luis Diaz, captain James Rodriguez, midfielder Gustavo Puerta, and attacking fullback Daniel Muoz, Colombia will be a very difficult team to eliminate at this World Cup. On top of that, Colombia is one of the most well-supported teams in the tournament and Kansas City Stadium is expected to be packed with very loud La Tricolor supporters. Ghana advanced as one of the third-place teams, behind England and Croatia in Group L. Recently hired head coach Carlos Queiroz has done a great job repairing the teams previously broken defense in quick order. But part of his successful turnaround has been bringing about a very physical style of play, led by defensive midfielder Thomas Partey, that often turns games into a grind for opponents. Ghana also does not attack very often as it only had 15 total shots in the three group stage games. The test for this game is whether Ghana can take Colombia out of its free-flowing and open style. Ghanas only chance is to turn this game into an ugly and physical contest. Colombia will be hoping to avoid that. Colombia is heavily favored in this game, but the drastic difference in styles should be a concern. Player to Watch Colombias captain has not had much club success in recent years, but he continues to be an excellent player for his national team. For Rodriguez, the test is for him not just to play well, but to also be a leader on the field for his team against an opponent that will aim to frustrate with a much slower and more physical approach.

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OG Anunoby endeared himself to New York Knicks fans for his heroics in the 2026 NBA Finals. He played fearlessly against the San Antonio Spurs and delivered clutch baskets, including his legendary tip-in during Game 4. The 6-foot-7 forward also garnered attention on Thursday when he talked about his teammates fashion.Anunoby answered fans questions. The topics ranged from which actor he wants to portray him in a movie to how he feels ahead of games.MORE: Knicks historic Game 4 comeback draws strong reactionsHis demeanor remained the same from what fans have been accustomed to seeing from him. Anunoby responded nonchalantly, including when asked about whose fashion he admires.I dont admire anyones style on the Knicks, Anunoby said. I think no one has a good style besides me.The two-time champion added that none of his teammates shoes are up to his standards.No, Anunoby said. No one has good shoes. No one has good anythingIts unsure whether Anunoby was serious with his answers or if he was just trolling. His laid-back and mellow tone has been his signature, but it has also confused some fans.Jun 10, 2026; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) hugs forward OG Anunoby (8) after Anunoby's go ahead basket late during the fourth quarter of game four of the 2026 NBA Finals against the San Antonio Spurs at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters ConnectOG Anunoby in the 2026 NBA FinalsOutside of Jalen Brunson, Anunoby was arguably the Knicks most important player in the finals. He averaged 21.2 points, 4.8 rebounds, 1.0 assists, 1.4 steals and 1.4 blocks per game.The Indiana Hoosiers product showed no fear when attacking the basket despite Victor Wembanyama lurking. Anunoby showcased his elite skill set throughout the series and shone for New York. He will continue to be relied upon next season as the team aims to defend its title.

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Luka Modri and Cristiano Ronaldo have shared the pitch 233 times over the course of their illustrious careers; 222 as teammates and 11 as opponents. Thursday night at Toronto Stadium might have been their final time. After Croatia's 2-1 loss to Portugal in the round of 32, Modri is widely expected to retire from international soccer, closing a chapter in the midfielder's storied career. Ronaldo, who was teammates with Modri at Real Madrid from 2012 to 2018, praised Modri following what could be his final World Cup match, and their last time playing each other. "I played with Luka so many years," Ronaldo said. "Were nearly the same age. I think hes a legend of football. Hes still a legend of football." The two soccer legends shared a few smiles and an embrace ahead of the coin toss before the match. The two met on the pitch after the match, hugged and exchanged a few words. Modri led Croatia to second- and third-place finishes in 2018 and 2022, and the match carried the weight of the two aging stars each trying to realize the dream of winning the World Cup. Modri is 40; Ronaldo is 41. Croatia coach Zlatko Dali said this was "probably" Modris last World Cup, but added, "only God knows what will happen in the next four years. Well see. Well talk about it in Croatia." The Associated Press contributed to this report.

Photo by Mert Alper Dervis/Anadolu via Getty ImagesCristiano Ronaldo and Portugal have defeated Croatia in the Round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The blockbuster matchup between Cristiano Ronaldos Portugal and Luka Modrics Croatia ended in a 2-1 win for CR7.Ronaldo scored one of Portugals goals from a spot kick before being subbed off in the second half as coach Roberto Martinez brought on Goncalo Ramos.At the time, the game was tied at 1-1, but Ramos fulfilled his super-sub role with a memorable 94th-minute goal.Photo by Miikka Skaffari/Getty ImagesDave Portnoy reacts to Portugal subbing off Cristiano RonaldoComing back to Ronaldo, the 41-year-old striker was subbed off from the game at the 81st minute as Martinez wanted to inject the team with fresh legs.Upon seeing the decision, Dave Portnoy had a lot to say as he found a way to criticize the Portuguese legend.Its tough for me to take Renaldo seriously when they sub him in the round of 32 with a tie game in the 80th minute, Portnoy wrote on X. Sorry, but I like my superstars to be in the game with the World Cup on the line.While Ronaldo is the biggest name in the current Portugal squad, he is no longer the undisputed best player in the team.In fact, if Portugal hadnt subbed him off, theres a chance that Croatia would have reclaimed its lead and eliminated Ronaldos team from the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Read more:World Cup fans shocked as Cristiano Ronaldo is awarded man of the match award vs CroatiaPiers Morgan hits out at pathetic British commentators after Cristiano Ronaldo goalCristiano Ronaldo ends 20-year wait with World Cup goal for Portugal against Croatia

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