World Cup 2026
FIFA Men's World Cup — USA, Canada, Mexico.
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Algeria vs Bolivia Friendly to Be Played Behind Closed Doors with No TV Coverage
Algeria face Bolivia on Wednesday at 22:00 in Kansas City for their final warm-up match before the 2026 World Cup, but the match will be held behind closed doors for security reasons and will not be broadcast on any channel.
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Ian Wright brands World Cup 2026 'chaos' after Somali referee denied US entry
Ian Wright has publicly condemned FIFA and the United States over the exclusion of Somali referee Omar Artan, who was turned away at Miami International Airport despite holding valid travel documents and being named in the tournament's official officiating roster.
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Neymar shows 'good progress' in recovery race to face Morocco at World Cup opener
Brazil's all-time leading scorer is making encouraging strides in his recovery from a calf injury, with the Brazilian Football Confederation confirming he remains on track ahead of their World Cup group opener against Morocco on 13 June.
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Knee injury: Ezzalzouli hopes to return for Morocco's second World Cup match
Abde Ezzalzouli, Betis Sevilla winger, suffered a right knee ligament sprain during Morocco's warm-up match against Norway (1-1) on Sunday. He is expected to miss Morocco's opening World Cup fixture against Brazil on June 14, but the Atlas Lions' medical staff hope to have him fit for the second group match against Scotland on June 20.
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Spence reveals broken jaw will force him to wear mask throughout World Cup
England full-back Djed Spence will play the entire 2026 World Cup in a protective mask after suffering a broken jaw in a challenge with Chelsea striker Liam Delap in May. The Tottenham defender says the injury will take three months to fully heal.
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Platini files criminal complaint against Infantino days before World Cup begins
Michel Platini has launched criminal and civil proceedings in French courts against FIFA president Gianni Infantino, alleging Infantino worked to exclude him from the 2016 FIFA presidential race. The complaint arrives just days before the World Cup kicks off.
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Platini files criminal complaint against Infantino days before World Cup kicks off
Michel Platini's legal team have launched criminal proceedings in Paris against FIFA president Gianni Infantino and two former FIFA officials, alleging malicious prosecution and influence peddling that derailed Platini's bid to lead world football.
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Barcelona's Nou Camp debt crisis threatens to derail £26m Rashford deal
Barcelona are struggling to fund a permanent move for Marcus Rashford after a £1.25bn Goldman Sachs loan proved insufficient to complete their Nou Camp renovation, leaving the club seeking an increased credit limit and reluctant to meet Manchester United's asking price.
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Jota's widow urges Robertson to carry his World Cup dream to the finals
Rute Cardoso, the widow of Diogo Jota, has written a heartfelt letter to Scotland captain Andy Robertson asking him to live the World Cup dream the two friends had shared, weeks after Robertson's emotional tribute following Scotland's qualification.
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France's Defence Worries Despite Olise Hat-trick Ahead of World Cup
France beat Northern Ireland 3-1 on Monday night, powered by Michael Olise's hat-trick, but the performance failed to ease concerns as the World Cup approaches. Defensive frailties have been exposed again: five consecutive matches conceding at least one goal, porous flanks, and Dembélé deployed as a false 9 dividing opinion.
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England's Florida training camp shaken by 6.1-magnitude earthquake ahead of Costa Rica warm-up
A 6.1-magnitude earthquake — the strongest in the region for 150 years — struck off the Cuban coast and was felt across Florida on Tuesday, rattling England's World Cup training base in West Palm Beach a day before their warm-up against Costa Rica in Orlando.
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Quiet against Northern Ireland, Dembélé reassures ahead of 2026 World Cup
Starting as number 10 in France's 3-1 victory over Northern Ireland in Lille, Ousmane Dembélé delivered a subdued performance, earning L'Équipe's lowest French rating of 4/10. Deschamps and the 2025 Ballon d'Or winner downplay the concern.
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Rodri survives training scare to play 60 minutes in Spain's 3-1 win over Peru
Manchester City midfielder Rodri came through a training-ground scare — caused by a strong challenge from Barcelona's Gavi — to feature for 60 minutes as Spain beat Peru 3-1 in their final World Cup warm-up.
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Earthquake strikes England's Florida World Cup base as buildings shake across Orlando
A 6.1-magnitude earthquake originating off Cuba's western coast sent tremors through Orlando and surrounding Florida cities on Monday night, rattling the region where Thomas Tuchel's England squad are preparing for the World Cup. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
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England and Nike unveil retro-inspired Energy Top ahead of 2026 World Cup
England and Nike have launched a '90s-inspired lifestyle shirt as part of the new Energy Pack range. The blue Energy Top, priced at £69.99, will not be worn during the 2026 World Cup but has already drawn mixed reactions from supporters.
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Ratcliffe backs Anderson wage demands as United re-enter £100m race with City
Manchester United have revived their interest in Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson, with Sir Jim Ratcliffe reportedly willing to meet the 23-year-old's £150,000-a-week wage demands despite Manchester City's competing bid and Forest's £100m asking price.
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Iran's World Cup ticket allocation withdrawn days before tournament begins
Iran's Football Federation (FFIRI) confirmed on Tuesday that its entire ticket allocation for the World Cup has been pulled with the tournament imminent, leaving supporters who had already made travel plans unable to attend their team's matches.
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Manchester United sign Ederson from Atalanta for £35m as Brazil call-up delays official announcement
Manchester United have agreed a £35m deal to sign Atalanta midfielder Ederson, but a late call-up to Brazil's World Cup squad means the transfer paperwork is unlikely to be completed until after the tournament.
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Joe Cole visits Margate pub that won Samsung tech upgrade ahead of England's win over New Zealand
Former England midfielder Joe Cole made a surprise appearance at The Lord Byron in Margate, Kent, joining fans for the pre-match build-up before England's 1-0 friendly victory against New Zealand on Saturday.
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Earthquake strikes England's World Cup camp as African referee denied US entry
England's preparations for the 2026 World Cup were disrupted by an earthquake near their training base, while a separate controversy emerged after an African referee was refused entry into the United States ahead of the tournament.
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