The day's essential Malaysian news, briefed.
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.
Three Norwegian players with World Cup heritage—Erling Haaland, Alexander Sørloth and Kristian Thorstvedt—are determined to eclipse their fathers' 1994 tournament experience as Norway advances through the group stage.
Marius Borg Høiby, son of Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit, has been sentenced to four years in prison after conviction on two rape charges, among numerous other offences. The case has drawn intense international attention.