The opening quarter-final of the FIFA World Cup 2026 promises to deliver one of the tournament’s standout encounters as France meet Morocco at Boston Stadium in a high-stakes rematch of their memorable 2022 World Cup semi-final. The winner will advance to the last four to face either Spain or Belgium.

France enter the contest with the tournament’s only perfect record, winning all five of their matches in regulation time. Didier Deschamps’ side comfortably negotiated Group I before defeating Sweden 3-0 in the Round of 32. Their Round of 16 meeting with Paraguay proved far more demanding, but Kylian Mbappé converted a second-half penalty after Désiré Doué won a crucial foul inside the area to secure a 1-0 victory and keep Les Bleus on course for another deep World Cup run.

Morocco have been equally impressive. The Atlas Lions remain unbeaten after five matches, compiling three victories and two draws while extending their remarkable 34-match unbeaten streak across all competitions. They defeated Scotland and Haiti during the group stage, earned a valuable draw against Brazil, edged past the Netherlands in a dramatic penalty shootout in the Round of 32, and then produced a commanding 3-0 victory over tournament co-hosts Canada to reach the quarter-finals.

The fixture carries significant historical weight. France ended Morocco’s fairytale journey at the 2022 World Cup with a 2-0 semi-final victory thanks to goals from Theo Hernandez and Randal Kolo Muani. Overall, France hold the historical advantage with four wins from six meetings, while Morocco have registered one victory alongside two draws. Their only previous World Cup meeting remains that Qatar semi-final.

Much attention will again fall on Mbappé, who has scored seven goals during this tournament and remains firmly in contention for the Golden Boot. The French captain continues to climb the list of the competition’s greatest goalscorers and could add another milestone with a decisive performance in Boston.

Team selection also carries added intrigue. France will be without midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni after he failed to recover from an adductor injury, meaning Manu Koné is expected to continue alongside Adrien Rabiot in midfield. Michael Olise, Bradley Barcola and Koné also enter the match one booking away from suspension.

Morocco have suffered a major setback with tournament standout Ismael Saibari ruled out after sustaining a hamstring injury against Canada. Soufiane Rahimi is expected to replace him, while captain Achraf Hakimi, Nayef Aguerd and Romain Saïss continue to anchor the defensive unit.

With two unbeaten teams, a place in the World Cup semi-finals and the chance to settle unfinished business from Qatar, the opening quarter-final has all the ingredients for another memorable chapter between France and Morocco.

The dynastic families of the Gilded Age had money to vacation wherever they wanted.

Often, where they went was the Georgia coast.

Then, as now, the barriers islands there were known as the Golden Isles, a moniker coined by early Spanish explorers in search of riches, though the name also fit the landscape itself, where the marshes glow gold beneath the coastal sun.

In time, the islands attracted a different kind of wealth. The Vanderbilts. The Rockefellers. The Carnegies. The Morgans. They came to escape winter, dodge the spotlight, fish, sail, bicycle and, naturally, play golf.

More than a century later, the Golden Isles remain one of America’s great golf destinations, with a concentration of standout courses that ranges from Golden Age classics to modern championship tests. The lineup includes acclaimed layouts at Sea Island and St. Simons Island, along with the newly restored Great Dunes on Jekyll Island, a heralded Walter Travis design.

To experience the area firsthand, GOLF.com recently spent a long weekend roaming the islands with the crew from St. Andre Golf — a dynastic clan of the Instagram-era whose comedy sketches have earned them a massive following. Outfitted by Johnnie-O, which supported the trip, we did our best to look the part.

The itinerary carried us from Sea Island Resort and a round on the Plantation Course (it dates to the 1920s but has since been renovated by local boys Davis Love III and his brother, Mark Love), then on to Jekyll Island for a loop at the reborn Great Dunes.

Golf, though, was only part of the story. We also engaged in Gilded Age cosplay, cruising the Intracoastal in search of dolphins, indulging in fresh seafood and, because no visit is complete without it, stopping at Southern Soul, the famed barbecue joint that’s as much a local institution as any golf course.

The Golden Isles still attract their share of wealth, including a leaderboard’s worth of PGA Tour pros. But for all the luxury, the place has retained its laid-back, salt-air spirit.

Watch the video above for a taste of an excursion to one of America’s richest golf destinations — in every sense of the word.

July 5, 2026; Mexico City, Mexico; England’s Jarell Quansah looks dejected after being sent off after a VAR review. Mandatory Credit: Paul Childs-Reuters via Imagn Images

FIFA extended England defender Jarell Quansah’s red-card suspension to two matches on Thursday, meaning he will also miss the World Cup semifinal if his team advances that far.

Quansah was already ineligible for Saturday’s quarterfinal clash with Norway in Miami Gardens, Fla., after drawing a red card in the 54th minute of England’s 3-2 win against Mexico in the round of 16 on Sunday.

Quansah, 23, was sent off following a VAR review of his high tackle against Mexico defender Jesus Gallardo. Adding a second game to his suspension indicates FIFA thought his challenge rose to the level of serious foul play.

The absence of Quansah, who plays professionally for Germany’s Bayer Leverkusen, leaves manager Thomas Tuchel with limited options at right-back because of injury concerns with Reece James and Djed Spence.

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The United States have confirmed that forward Christian Pulisic fractured his leg during his side’s 4-1 defeat by Belgium in the World Cup last 16.

Pulisic was substituted in the 59th minute just moments after Belgium scored their third goal in Seattle.

The 27-year-old appeared to suffer the injury early in the second half as he attempted a shot but instead kicked the back of Belgian midfielder Youri Tieleman’s leg.

“Christian Pulisic has been diagnosed with a microfracture and bone bruise of the tibia/fibula in his right leg suffered during the match against Belgium,” said a US Soccer federation statement on social media.

US Soccer and Pulisic’s club team, AC Milan, will collaborate on his recovery plan.

The US players were widely criticised in the US media after suffering elimination with their heaviest World Cup defeat in 36 years, with Pulisic’s early withdrawal questioned.

“I was a bit disappointed in Christian Pulisic. Whether he wants to be the star of this team or not, we didn’t see enough from him in this particular game – and, really, the whole World Cup. Little glimpses here and there,” said the US’ all-time leading goal scorer Carli Lloyd.

Recalling Pulisic’s decision to sit out the Gold Cup in 2025 in order to rest and recover before a World Cup year, she posted on X: “You rest when your playing career is over. Period.”

Landon Donovan, the all-time US top scorer at men’s World Cups, said: “I would have punched the doctor in the face and said, ‘You’re not taking me off the field’.”

While US Soccer did not give a timeframe for Pulisic’s recovery, he would not have been able to play had his side progressed to the quarter-finals.

The Athletic reported that Pulisic “will be sidelined for several weeks but not months,” citing multiple people briefed on the diagnosis.

AC Milan begin their Serie A campaign on 23 August against Torino.

The 2026 World Cup quarterfinals kick off Thursday, and title favorite France won’t be taking anything for granted when they face Morocco at 4 p.m. ET in Foxborough, Mass. Les Bleus are +180 favorites at FanDuel to win the World Cup, while the Atlas Lions are +2700 longshots, with only Belgium and Switzerland (both +3000) facing longer odds. It’s a rematch of a 2022 World Cup semifinal, when France took a 2-0 victory. The Moroccans dispatched Canada with ease in the Round of 16 while the French beat Paraguay 1-0. France are loaded with stars like Kylian Mbappe and Michael Olise, which is why they are -400 favorites to advance and -170 to win on the 90-minute money line at FanDuel. Morocco rely more on defending and counter-attacking, but they have plenty of options for World Cup anytime goalscorer picks.     

Mbappe is just one goal behind Lionel Messi in the Golden Boot race with seven goals (and owns the assists tiebreaker), and with players like Ousmane Dembele and Olise alongside him, France have a ton of firepower. Players like Brahim Diaz and Ismael Saibari (if healthy) are dangerous attackers in their own right. So where is the value in Thursday’s anytime goalscorer odds for France vs. Morocco? 

We have the best bets to score a goal today here, and you can get more analysis of the 2026 World Cup from SportsLine experts like Jon Eimer, Martin Green and Brad Thomas. You need to see what they are saying about Thursday’s matches. Anyone following their World Cup betting advice at sportsbooks and on betting apps could have seen huge returns.

Best World Cup goalscorer picks for Thursday

• Ousmane Dembele, France (+210, FanDuel)
• Desire Doue, France (+260, FanDuel)
• Brahim Diaz. Morocco (+500, FanDuel) 

Ousmane Dembele, France (+210)

The 29-year-old Paris Saint-Germain winger showed what he is capable of with his first-half hat trick in a 4-1 victory against Norway in the group stage. He didn’t play a big role in the victory against Paraguay but had an assist against Sweden and scored one and set up another against Iraq. Dembele had 21 goals for PSG two seasons ago and had 10 in 11 starts (22 appearances) last season. The French attack is loaded so it can be tough to pick one player, but Dembele is overdue for some brilliance.       

Desire Doue, France (+260, FanDuel)

The 21-year-old is struggling to find playing time, but with this game having the potential to be decided late or potentially go to extra time, he could see enough time on the pitch to make a difference. I wouldn’t risk a lot, but Doue did have a goal against Norway and has three in 12 international matches. He’s just getting started, and he can be a difference-maker off the bench if Les Bleus need a spark. He has 13 goals in league play over the past two season with PSG, starting 34 of his 54 appearances.  

Brahim Diaz, Morocco (+500, FanDuel)

The Atlas Lions have a lot of guys who can score goals. Diaz is one of six players on the roster with double-digit international goals. The 26-year-old has 14 in 31 matches, while Saibari has 12 in 35 matches at age 25. Saibari is emerging as a difference-maker for Morocco and scored in all three group stage matches, but he suffered a hamstring injury and had to come off against Canada. With his status in doubt, Diaz will need to carry more of the load. I expect the Real Madrid man to get his first World Cup goal to go with his four assists.

Expected lineups

France:  Maignan – Koundé, Upamecano, Saliba, Digne – Koné, Rabiot – Dembélé, Olise, Doué – Mbappé (C)

Morocco: Bounou – Hakimi (C), Diop, Riad, Mazraoui – Bouaddi, El Aynaoui – Diaz, Ounahi, El Khannouss – Rahimi.

 

France dismantled Sweden 3-0 in their opening round of 16 encounter before overcoming Paraguay to secure their passage to the quarter-finals. Didier Deschamps‘ side have maintained an unbeaten record throughout the tournament, combining attacking prowess with defensive discipline. Kylian Mbappé has been particularly influential, his goal-scoring tally continuing to mount as France pursue another World Cup crown.

Morocco claimed the first quarter-final spot after a dominant 3-0 victory over Canada in Houston, with Selim Ounahi’s brace and Soufiane Rahimi’s late strike showcasing their attacking quality. The Atlas Lions have been one of the tournament’s most impressive sides, topping their group before delivering superb knockout performances. This quarter-final represents a genuine opportunity for Morocco to reach their second World Cup semi-final, though they face one of world football’s elite sides in France.

The Los Angeles Dodgers are set for what is now becoming an annual trip to the White House.

After becoming the first team to win back-to-back Fall Classics since the New York Yankees won three straight from 1998 to 2000, the Dodgers will once again pay a visit to President Donald Trump in the nation’s capital.

The White House confirmed to Fox News Digital that the team will visit on July 23, an off day between series in Philadelphia and New York.

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“President Trump is excited to welcome the Los Angeles Dodgers BACK to the White House to celebrate their World Series championship!” White House spokeswoman Taylor Rogers said in a statement to Fox News Digital.

The California Post was the first to report the news.

The Dodgers were crowned champs again after completing a Game 7 comeback against the Toronto Blue Jays in 11 innings in one of the wildest games of all time.

The visit will not come easily to some — shortly after winning the Fall Classic, an immigration rights group pleaded with the team not to visit again.

“The Los Angeles Dodgers have always been more than a baseball team — they’re part of the spirit of who we are as a city. The team represents our neighborhoods, our families, and our shared love for our diverse communities. But right now, our community, our city are under siege, we need them to stand with us, on the right side of history,” the National Day Laborer Organizing Network (NDLON) wrote in an online petition.

“Ask the team to honor the unity, integrity and diversity they themselves represent. They cannot stay silent as our families and neighbors face violence, detention, and deportation. By visiting a president who has used his power to harm the most vulnerable, the team would be turning its back on the very people who fill the stadiums, wear the jerseys, and give this team its heart. By encouraging the team to do the right thing, we will show the White House that Los Angeles stands for compassion, dignity, and solidarity with their immigrant neighbors.”

Hard-throwing reliever Brusdar Graterol, along with some others, missed out on the celebration last year, which celebrated the 2024 title. Graterol opted to stay at “my brown house.” Freddie Freeman did not attend while he had been on the injured list at the time, but several injured players like Clayton Kershaw, Gavin Stone, Michael Kopech and Michael Grove were there.

Meanwhile, outfielder Mookie Betts decided to go last year after opting out of the trip with the Boston Red Sox in 2019.

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“This is not about me; I don’t want anything to be about me. This is about the Dodgers. Because these boys were there for me,” Betts said, via the Los Angeles Times.

Betts said he regretted not making the trip in 2019, which manager Alex Cora and pitcher David Price also skipped, saying he felt he was a distraction. Cora recently admitted he skipped out on meeting Trump because he wanted to prioritize his home of Puerto Rico. When the Red Sox visited the White House in May 2019, Puerto Rico was still recovering from the destruction of Hurricane Maria in 2017, and Cora wasn’t satisfied with the federal government’s response.

The Dodgers visited former President Joe Biden in July 2021 to celebrate their 2020 World Series title.

Several major sports champions, including each NBA title winner, have declined to visit the White House during both of Trump’s terms. The Dodgers, Philadelphia Eagles, Florida Panthers, Ohio State football team, Indiana football team, LSU baseball team and Inter Miami have all visited the White House to celebrate their championships since Trump’s second term began in January 2025.

It remains to be seen whether the Seattle Seahawks and Carolina Hurricanes will follow suit, but Knicks owner James Dolan said his team would visit. That would make them the first NBA team to visit Trump.

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Last year, the Florida Gators were the first college basketball team to visit Trump since the Baylor women’s team in 2019.

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The Overrun and Outnumbered is a main story quest in Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced that will begin once you complete the Sage’s Buried Treasure story mission. After Edward and James Kidd make their way through the Mayan hideout for the Assassins and learn about the Sage, they will return to the surface to find out that the Templars have attacked the island.

This article will cover the Overrun and Outnumbered Mission in Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced and give you a walkthrough on how to complete it.

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How to complete the Overrun and Outnumbered main story quest in Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced?

Once you complete the ancient temple and learn the Sage’s identity, you will discover that the Assassins are under attack by the British. James Kidd will give you a new tool, the Blowdart, that will allow you to covertly take down the attackers and free the Mayan Assassins.

Let’s go over how to complete the Overrun and Outnumbered mission in Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced.

Free the Prisoners

During the Overrun and Outnumbered main story quest in Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced, Edward will be tasked with freeing a total of 9 Assassins that the Britishers have captured. You will have the Blowdart with you that comes with two types of bullets: The Sleep Dart and the Berserk Dart.

Take out the first guard with the Sleep Dart, after which James Kidd will go and kill him. Next, go to your left, and you will find the first batch of prisoners. Do not engage in combat, as the guards will execute the Assassins.

Head inside the temple on your left and hit both the guards will sleep dart. A third one will approach you from the left, and if you are quick enough, you can stealth assassinate him. Dispatch the British troops that you put to sleep and free the first batch of prisoners.

Head left, and you will come across a small set of stairs, with a single guard and prisoner waiting above. Silently dispatch the soldier by hiding in the bushes and free the prisoner to continue the Overrun and Outnumbered main story quest in Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced.

You will find two more riflemen holding a group of prisoners just ahead. Similar to the first batch, hit the soldiers with Sleep Dart. There is a soldier right behind them, and he will come to investigate. Take him down first, and then the soldiers you hit with the sleep dart before freeing the prisoners.

To continue the Overrun and Outnumbered mission in Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced, head up the stairs to your right and take out the two guards near the cliff. You can double assassinate them if you are careful.

Drop down on top of the ruins and follow Kidd. He will take down one of the guards, and if you are quick enough, you can assassinate the other one. If you fail, Kidd will take him down by himself.

You can find the next Prisoner in the Overrun and Outnumbered mission in Assassin’s Creed Black Flag in the village, as marked on the image above. Do keep in mind that a sniper is waiting on the tower nearby, and it is wise to take him down first. Now, use the bushes to sneak up on the two guards in the village and kill them.

Go back to the watchtower and look at the temple ruins nearby. You will find two prisoners here, guarded by a few British troops. Use sleep darts on the first two, move close to them, and then sleep dart the Captain and the remaining guard.

Take them out and free the prisoners. If done carefully, you can avoid conflict with the Guard Captain, who can prove to be a challenge based on your difficulty in Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced.

For the next prisoner in the Overrun and Outnumbered mission in Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced, follow the path under the arched tree. You will encounter a brute here. Kill him and take a right up the small set of steps. Take a left here, and you will find two guards holding a prisoner. Take them out to free the prisoner.

Go back to the place where you took down the brute moments ago, and make a right to find a settlement with a few huts and guards. Given that this is located high above, keep heading straight till you find a few palm leaves on the ground. You will be able to scale up the wall here.

Take down the British Soldier standing near the ledge and hit the two soldiers near Adewale with Sleep Darts. Take them down and free your friend to continue the Overrun and Outnumbered mission in Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced.

Return to James Kidd

Follow the objective marker to find Kidd and Ah Tabai. You will witness the Britishers leaving the shores of Tulum, and after a small objective, Kidd will introduce Edward to the contracts the Assassins send over the Caribbean. Keep following Kidd, and he will take you to the inner sanctum of the Mayan Temple, showcasing a particular door.

Similar to the original game, you can unlock this door to obtain the Mayan Armor in Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced. But you will need the Mayan Stones scattered around the Caribbean for that. This will also conclude the Overrun and Outnumbered mission.

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