Cabo Verde claimed the first World Cup point in its history by holding Spain to a draw on Monday, while Saudi Arabia, Egypt and New Zealand also took points from more fancied opponents.
Norway head coach Stale Solbakken said striker Erling Haaland is fit and "the world's best goalscorer" ahead of the team's FIFA World Cup opener against Iraq on Tuesday.
China's Zheng Qinwen battled back from a set down to defeat sixth-seeded Maria Sakkari of Greece 4-6, 7-6 (1), 6-4 at the WTA 250 Nottingham Open on Monday, claiming her first grass-court win of the season.
Sweden manager Graham Potter praised the growing understanding between Liverpool's Alexander Isak and Arsenal's Viktor Gyokeres after both scored in a 5-1 World Cup Group F win over Tunisia on Sunday.
Japan head coach Hajime Moriyasu said his team gained confidence from a 2-2 draw with the Netherlands in their FIFA World Cup Group F opener on Sunday, while also admitting disappointment at failing to secure victory.
Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti sent a message of hope to the team's fans on Sunday, less than 24 hours after a 1-1 draw with Morocco in their World Cup Group C opener.
Germany head coach Julian Nagelsmann said his side's emphatic 7-1 victory over Curacao in its opening Group E match at the FIFA World Cup on Sunday would provide a significant confidence boost as the four-time world champion pursues another deep run in the tournament.
Spain coach Luis de la Fuente said star player Lamine Yamal "recovered well" but will not start in the team's first game of the 2026 FIFA World Cup against Cabo Verde on Monday.
Lewis Hamilton claimed his long-awaited first victory for Ferrari at Sunday's Formula 1 Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, delivering a landmark triumph for both driver and team after a difficult first season together.
China closed out its 2026 FIVB Men's Volleyball Nations League campaign at the Linyi leg with a 3-0 victory over Cuba on Sunday, earning its first win of the season.
Germany launched its 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign in emphatic fashion with a 7-1 victory over Curacao in their Group E opener at NRG Stadium in Houston on Sunday afternoon.