The day's essential Malaysian news, briefed.
Australia qualified for the World Cup round of 32 with a 0-0 draw against Paraguay at the San Francisco Bay Area Stadium, clinching second place in Group D and setting up a last-16 encounter with the runner-up from Group G.
Ousmane Dembele's rapid hat-trick in the first half carried France to a 4-1 victory over Norway, securing Group I honours and setting up a likely knockout meeting with Sweden.
France will pursue top spot in their World Cup Group I against Norway on Friday, with assistant coach Guy Stephan emphasizing that finishing first would allow the team to remain in the Northeastern United States and avoid grueling travel to distant American cities.
Colombia aim to build on their 3-1 opening victory over Uzbekistan when they face DR Congo on Tuesday, seeking to clinch a Round of 32 spot. DR Congo arrive buoyed by a shock draw against Portugal.
Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti remains composed after his team's opening 1-1 draw with Morocco, viewing Friday's Group C clash against Haiti as an opportunity to correct tactical issues and build momentum.