EFL stars bow out of World Cup
BBC Sport · 2026-07-02 · archive
Four English Football League stars have exited the World Cup after DR Congo and Senegal suffered defeats in the last 32 on Wednesday.
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West Ham United observers noted that four individuals from the English Football League have exited the World Cup. These departures were confirmed on Wednesday following defeats for both DR Congo and Senegal during the round of thirty-two. The results signify the end of the tournament for these specific EFL representatives, who are now scheduled to return to their domestic clubs. This development narrows the field of players from the English pyramid still active in the global competition as the knockout stages continue. The affected athletes will now focus on resuming their league commitments within the English game following their international exit.
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