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The Latest Breaking News from the 2026 World Cup

Socceroos secure World Cup place with come-from-behind win over Saudi Arabia

The Socceroos secured their qualification for the 2026 World Cup thanks to a 2-1 win over Saudi Arabia in Jeddah where, crucially, they avoided heavy defeat

The Guardian - AU

Watch as ex-Celtic striker scores to send his country to 2026 World Cup

Former Celtic striker Hyeon-gyu Oh scored to send South Korea to the 2026 World Cup this morning.

The National (Scotland)

Luka Modric: AC Milan near deal for legendary midfielder after missing out on Europe

The Croatia international hopes to continue playing at a high level ahead of the 2026 World Cup

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Why Is Christian Pulisic Not Playing At CONCACAF Gold Cup?

Christian Pulisic has decided to opt out of the US Men's National Team roster for the CONCACAF Gold Cup, as he prioritizes the 2026 World Cup.

Sports Lens

Gary Lineker to leave BBC after this weekend’s Match Of The Day

The former England striker will leave the corporation earlier than planned and will not front BBC coverage of the 2026 World Cup.

Evening Standard

US men to play South Korea, Japan in September friendlies with World Cup looming

The US will travel to Harrison, NJ and Columbus, OHI for the first of four sets of friendlies before the 2026 World Cup

The Guardian - US

What Are The 2026 World Cup Stadiums? Location, Capacity, Final

The United States, Canada and Mexico preparing to host the 2026 World Cup - but what stadiums will be hosting the iconic event?

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Trump gives Rudy Giuliani’s son top World Cup post

‘Together, we will ensure that the 2026 World Cup will be the best-run soccer tournament the world has ever seen,’ Trump said

The Independent UK

FIFA World Cup 2026 'Trionda' Match Ball Leaks, Featuring U.S., Mexico and Canada Colors

The 2026 World Cup is fast approaching, and fans got a first glimpse of the match ball on Friday.

Sports Illustrated

I'm a forgotten Celtic outcast - here's how I aim to be at 2026 World Cup

Celtic loanee Marco Tilio has set his sights on playing at the 2026 World Cup.

The National (Scotland)

Will Trump’s tariffs against Canada and Mexico hit the 2026 World Cup?

Increasing concerns about the feasibility of holding the 2026 FIFA World Cup between the US, Canada and Mexico have emerged, following Trump's tariffs against both these countries.

Euronews

Road to 2026: Morocco maintain surge as Nigeria slip up

Hours after traditional powerhouse Nigeria dropped points at home to Zimbabwe, Morocco maintained their status as the only team with a 100 percent record in the African qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup with a 2-0 win over Tanzania.

Radio France Internationale

Chris Wood suffers injury ahead of Nottingham Forest’s FA Cup and Man Utd clashes

Wood appeared to injure his right hip as New Zealand qualified for the 2026 World Cup

The Independent UK

Every nation to have qualified for the 2026 World Cup

A whopping 48 teams will take part in the expanded World Cup next summer and sides are beginning to seal their spots

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Road to 2026: Gabon edge past Kenya to pile pressure on Cote d'Ivoire

Gabon retook pole position in the race with Cote d'Ivoire to play at the 2026 World Cup with a 2-1 victory over Kenya on Sunday afternoon.

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‘England supporters are craving some success. If Tuchel can come in and finish the brilliant job Gareth Southgate started, nobody will care if he leaves’: Ex-Three Lions international gives his take on Thomas Tuchel's short-term deal

Thomas Tuchel has signed an 18-month deal as Three Lions boss that runs until the end of the 2026 World Cup

Radio France Internationale

Road to 2026: Senegal target top as Ivorians stay solid and Nigeria wake up

African football powerhouse Senegal take on Sudan on Saturday night in a battle for supremacy of Group B in the qualifying campaign to play at the 2026 World Cup in United States, Canada and Mexico.

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How to watch Uruguay vs Argentina: Live streams for top-of-the-table clash in World Cup qualifying

It's a mouth-watering match-up between the top two teams in Conmebol qualifying for the 2026 World Cup – here's how to watch Uruguay vs Argentina online and on TV.

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The Independent UK

Thomas Tuchel unimpressed as new England era begins with with over Albania - reaction

England 2-0 Albania: Lewis-Skelly made history as the youngest player to score on his debut as the 18-year-old scored the first goal of the Tuchel era

International Business Times

US Border Crackdown No Threat To 2026 World Cup: Football Chief

CONCACAF football chief Victor Montagliani played down concerns over a US border crackdown impacting the 2026 World Cup on Thursday, following a flurry of recent cases involving foreign visitors who have been detained or deported after attempting to enter the United States.

Al Jazeera

Japan first team to qualify for 2026 World Cup after victory over Bahrain

Japan ensure a top two finish with 2-0 win against Bahrain in Group C of Asia qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup.

The Independent UK

Fifa is losing its dignity as Infantino bows to Trump’s ‘Maga World Cup’ dream

2026 WORLD CUP: Gianni Infantino is having his ‘dignity’ questioned, explains chief football writer Miguel Delaney, as the Fifa chief cosies up to Trump ahead of the 2026 World Cup in the USA, Canada and Mexico

The Guardian - UK

Road to the 2026 World Cup: how is it shaping up with 48 places at stake?

With more teams to qualify than ever we take a look at the situation in the six confederations, from Japan being close to securing their place to Brazil’s struggles

The Guardian - US

Gianni Infantino and Donald Trump have taken the 2026 World Cup for themselves

The tournament will be leveraged for the glorification of a leader to a degree not seen since Benito Mussolini dominated the 1934 World Cup in Italy

The Guardian - US

Dangerous heat is a real threat for the 2026 World Cup. Are teams ready?

Experts warn that cooling breaks and later kickoff times may be needed to cope with scorching temperatures when North America hosts the tournament

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