The World Cup knockouts begin with six Latin American teams through, Colombia names its first minister, and Uruguay's 12% tax lands Wednesday - your LatAm guide.

Bottom Line Up Front Today's verdict: Friday closes the World Cup group stage — Uruguay must beat Spain tonight to be sure of the last 32, after

Uruguay's 12% foreign-income tax lands Wednesday, the World Cup group stage ends with Uruguay out, and Colombia's cabinet takes shape - your LatAm daily guide.