Need to knowAll the latest World Cup news that you might have missed as France take on Morocco on Thursday with World Cup knockout football returning07:01, 09 Jul 2026Updated 07:06, 09 Jul 2026All you need to know as England gear up for their knockout clash with the World Cup resuming todayHigh-Stakes Knockout Clash: England are gearing up for a major World Cup knockout fixture against a highly dangerous Norway team. This match represents a critical hurdle for the Three Lions but things appear to be far from rosy within the Norwegian camp.Mind games begin: In the last 72 hours, reports have emerged that there is a sickness bug within the Norway squad, as well as friction with Alexander Sorloth as he plays out of position to complement Erling Haaland. Complaints have also been made by their federation after moving from their five-star hotel in Fort Lauderdale.What is the truth? Only the truth will be revealed when Norway head coach Stale Solbakken speaks to media ahead of Saturday's World Cup quarter-final. The reports of an illness outbreak within the camp have been downplayed while the Norway team logistics manager has described their preparations as brutal.Belgium's World Cup Complaints Continue: The Belgian national team has run into logistical friction regarding their designated tournament training facilities. The squad has expressed deep unhappiness with the condition of their practice setup as they prepare for their quarter-final.Official Pitch Complaints: Belgium has lodged an official complaint with FIFA regarding the poor state of their training pitch grass. Team officials claim the patchy, uneven surface is entirely unacceptable for a tournament of this magnitude.Get the latest World Cup news straight to your inbox by signing up to our Make Football Great Again newsletter now!FIFA Appeal Rejected: FIFA has officially denied France's appeal to overturn the controversial yellow card issued to winger Michael Olise during their recent tournament match. Head coach Didier Deschamps confirmed that the governing body chose to maintain the original refereeing decision despite the French federation's formal protest.Severe Suspension Risk: This disciplinary decision means that if Olise receives another yellow card during that game, he will face an automatic suspension from competing in a potential semi-final. It follows an on-field altercation with Paraguayan player Matías Galarza that saw the Bayern Munich star booked and now treading a disciplinary tight-rope.Late-Game Altercation: The disputed yellow card was handed to the winger deep into stoppage time in the 97th minute of play. The caution was triggered by an aggressive on-field altercation with Paraguayan player Matías Galarza.Another Managerial Change: Former Barcelona star defender Rafael Márquez has officially been named the new head coach of the Mexico national team. He steps up directly from his previous position as the team's assistant coach to replace Javier Aguirre and take the top job.Legendary Playing Status: The federation's announcement highlighted the 47-year-old Márquez's immense standing as the country’s fourth-highest capped player in history. They expressed immense official gratitude to the departing Aguirre for his years of service.Read the full story: Bank Holiday for England, big Norway change, angry FIFA appeal