In a pivotal Group K final-round match that concluded on June 28 Beijing time, DR Congo came from behind to defeat Uzbekistan 3-1. With four points, DR Congo secured a place in the knockout stage and, in doing so, formally ended South Korea's World Cup hopes. Before this match, South Korea already sat in eighth place among the 12 third-placed teams, hanging by a thread just one step away from elimination.

In a crucial final Group K match of the World Cup on June 28, Beijing time, the Democratic Republic of Congo came from behind to defeat Uzbekistan 3-1. With four points, the DRC secured their spot in the knockout stage, which also officially marked South Korea's exit. After the harsh reality of failing to advance was confirmed, multiple South Korean media outlets collectively expressed their disappointment.

In the final group match of the World Cup's L group, England beat Panama 2-0, finishing top of the group and advancing to the knockout round of 32.

According to a Vietnam News Agency correspondent in Canada, the atmosphere ahead of the Canada vs. South Africa Round of 16 match at the 2026 World Cup is heating up by the hour in Toronto. At Canada Soccer House, the gathering place for fans of the national team, belief in a new historic milestone for Canadian football is spreading after the team advanced past the group stage for the first time in a World Cup.

The match between Canada and Switzerland on June 24 is not just the final group stage clash, but could also become a historic milestone for Canadian soccer. After two matches, the host nation holds a significant advantage: a draw alone would see Canada advance past the World Cup group stage for the first time, and could even finish top of the group.

Manchester United had hoped Manuel Ugarte would shine at the World Cup to facilitate his summer sale, but not only did he fail to achieve that goal, he also suffered a severe injury during Uruguay's tearful 0-1 defeat to Spain, being carried off on a stretcher. According to Uruguayan journalist Rodri Vázquez, the Red Devils' defensive midfielder has already undergone an MRI scan in Playa del Carmen, Mexico.

On June 28, Beijing time, a crucial match in the final round of World Cup Group K kicked off. The Portuguese national team faced South American powerhouse Colombia. At halftime, the score was still 0-0. Both teams had already advanced to the knockout stage before this game. However, Portugal needed to beat Colombia to secure top spot in the group. Just two minutes into the match, Colombia created a dangerous opportunity.

It's hard to believe that Thomas Tuchel's team struggled so much against Panama, a side ranked 30 places below them. In front of David Beckham and England women's star Chloe Kelly in the VIP area, they had to wait over an hour for Jude Bellingham to open the scoring. Then they began chanting "Hey Jude" by The Beatles to praise him.

The 2026 World Cup is capturing fans' full attention, but for Vietnamese football, this summer is the decisive period. Coach Kim Sang Sik is quietly filtering the squad, creating intense competition in every position to prepare for the 2026 ASEAN Cup and the bigger goal of the 2027 Asian Cup.

Breaking Vietnamese football news for June 28: The Vietnam national team is left with 27 members; Ho Tan Tai has signed with Ninh Binh FC.