Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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With 32 World Cup teams left, who has best route to final? Can Messi beat goal record? Day 17 recap
The knockout bracket is complete, who has easier run? How beautiful can a 0-0 be? Is Just Fontaine’s record in danger?
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Croatia’s maestro Luka Modric returns to form to prolong his World Cup farewell
At just a few months off 41, the Croatian midfielder has just become the oldest ever player to assist a World Cup goal
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The music your national team selected for the World Cup
The most popular song choice is the same as it was in Qatar four years ago.
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Chaudhary’s last-ball six wins it for Freedom after Hosein’s hat-trick
Mitchell Owen set up Freedom’s chase with 77 off 35 before the match hurtled towards a chaotic finish
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Prolific West Indies batter Charlie Davis dies aged 82
In a Test career that ran from 1968 to 1973, Davis scored 1301 runs at an average of 54.20
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Cristiano Ronaldo both legend and limitation for Portugal – but Martinez standing by him
The forward struggled as Portugal missed out on top spot in Group K to a more dangerous Colombia side – but can he be dropped?
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How Egypt and Iran played out dramatic draw in Group G finale at 2026 World Cup
Egypt had qualified for knockout stage before the match began, with Iran still hopeful of joining them.
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How Uruguay were eliminated from the 2026 World Cup after losing to Spain in Group H
Uruguay were knocked out of the World Cup after picking up just two points in a relatively easy group.
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How debutants Cape Verde drew with Saudi Arabia to reach round of 32 at 2026 World Cup
Cape Verde finished Group H with three draws, while Saudi Arabia failed to earn the win they needed to advance.
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How Senegal put five past Iraq to leave them on verge of World Cup 2026 round of 32
Senegal needed a big win and hit Iraq for five to set up potential clash with England.
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