World Cup 2018 LIVE: Latest news and updates from last-16 plus Neymar reaction after Brazil beat Mexico and Belgium win against Japan
All the latest news and updates from day 20 of the World Cup
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The 2018 World Cup is well underway in Russia.
It’s day 20 and the final two games in the round of 16 take place, with England looking to reach the World Cup quarter-finals for the first time since 2006 as they face Group H winners Colombia. First up, Sweden take on Switzerland with the winner awaiting either the Three Lions or the Colombians in the next round, with all eyes on Harry Kane’s side as they look to rediscover their form.
Belgium, who beat England last time out, nearly came unstuck in their last-16 encounter on Monday night as Japan pushed them all the way in a last-gasp 3-2 victory. That win, coming through a last-minute goal from Nacer Chadli, books Belgium a quarter-final against Brazil, who earlier in the day came through their clash with Mexico in a comfortable 2-0 victory.
We will have all the latest news, views, pictures and video direct from Russia throughout the day as we pick up the pace at the biggest football tournament in the world.
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Under-the-radar Sweden are confident of beating Switzerland today, and they are a better team without Zlatan Ibrahimovic.
The Colombian fans will bring plenty of colour and atmosphere tonight. Will star man James Rodriguez be fit?
In the wake of a disappointing group stage exit, Poland have confirmed that Adam Nawalka will leave his position as head coach at the end of the month after just under five years in charge.
Lunchtime listening - The Indy Football Podcast is DAILY during the World Cup, with the newest episode available now on iTunes and via acast. The latest episode features Ed Malyon and Mark Critchley discussing yesterday's action and look ahead to England-Colombia, while Miguel Delaney checks in from Samara with his thoughts on Brazil.
England don't have a fantastic history with penalty shootouts, as manager Gareth Southgate knows all too well.
If penalties are required tonight, who should step-up for England?
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