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After a lackluster World Cup showing, several Asian football associations have announced leadership changes, including the departures of Chung Mong-gyu, Hong Myung-bo, Son Heung-min and Yasser Al-Misehal, while coaches in Jordan, Qatar and Uzbekistan also face turnover.
Portugal will meet Croatia in a pivotal World Cup last‑32 match in Toronto, with a place in the round of 16 on the line. The game features a refreshed midfield, a veteran attack led by Cristiano Ronaldo, and a defensive setup aimed at advancing the Portuguese campaign.
Despite heavy defeats on the field, Uzbekistan's White Wolves have become a rallying point for national pride, youthful ambition and broader reforms under President Shavkat Mirziyoyev.
The Russian national team is barred from major tournaments, yet its players seek abroad moves, the Premier League loses value, and debates over reintegration intensify.
A look at the highlights from Matchday 6, featuring Messi, Mbappe and Haaland, and a preview of the upcoming fixtures.
Uzbekistan is set to make its debut in the World Cup, sparking pride and reflecting broader societal changes as the team prepares for a challenging group that includes Portugal, a match made special by admiration for Cristiano Ronaldo.