Cândido Costa near arrest and Croatia protest Portugal result

Cândido Costa nearly arrested at the World Cup

Former Portugal international Cândido Costa came close to being detained during the World Cup in the United States, according to a story published by Correio da Manhã. Costa was in the country as a commentator and was preparing to enter the stadium for Portugal's match against Colombia when things escalated. He has not been charged with anything. The piece does not detail exactly what triggered the incident, but Costa shared the account himself (1).

Croatia file FIFA complaint over Portugal defeat

Croatia are not letting it go. The Croatian FA has filed a formal complaint with FIFA over their round of 32 elimination at Portugal's hands, specifically questioning VAR decisions in the match (2). No details yet on which incidents are being disputed. FIFA has not responded publicly. The result stands for now.

England and Argentina meet for a sixth time

Not directly about Portugal, but worth noting: England and Argentina face each other at the World Cup for the sixth time in history (3). It is a rivalry that needs no introduction, and the winner could end up on Portugal's side of the bracket if results hold.