World Cup 2026
FIFA Men's World Cup — USA, Canada, Mexico.
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England's World Cup 2026 squad and fixtures: Tuchel targets end of 60-year wait
Thomas Tuchel's England open their World Cup 2026 campaign against Croatia in Dallas, with a perfect qualifying record — eight wins, 22 goals, none conceded — fuelling confidence ahead of the tournament in North America.
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Pierre Ménès accuses certain media outlets of seeking to destabilize France ahead of World Cup
A few days before the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off, Pierre Ménès denounces an "unhealthy narrative" orchestrated according to him by certain journalists and influencers to sow discord within the French national team.
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Free festivals to floating pitches: inside the 2026 World Cup's 78 fan zones across North America
All 16 host cities across the United States, Canada, and Mexico will stage dedicated fan festivals for the 2026 World Cup, with FIFA-sanctioned zones numbering around 78. New York has pledged free entry across all five boroughs, while Toronto reversed a controversial $10 admission charge after public backlash.
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Haaland draws two out of ten from Norwegian press in nightmare World Cup warm-up return
Erling Haaland managed just four touches and had his only shot blocked as Norway drew 1-1 with Morocco in New Jersey on Sunday, earning a two out of ten rating from Dagbladet and a three from TV2 in his first appearance since May 19.
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Iraq face Haaland, Mbappé and Jackson in World Cup 2026's toughest group after 40-year absence
Iraq return to the World Cup for the first time since 1986 after beating Bolivia in the intercontinental playoffs, only to be drawn in a brutal Group I alongside Norway, France and Senegal.
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Iran's World Cup squad wear #168 pins on arrival in Mexico to honour school strike victims
Iran's players arrived in Tijuana on Sunday wearing gold lapel pins bearing the number 168, honouring the victims — predominantly children — killed in a February missile strike on a school in Minab, southern Iran. The gesture echoes a similar tribute the squad made in March.
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Clarke urges Scotland squad to embrace World Cup atmosphere at first tournament in 28 years
Steve Clarke has called on his Scotland players to soak up the World Cup experience after the squad arrived at their Charlotte base. Scotland face Haiti in Boston in their opening group fixture.
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Morocco winger Ezzalzouli faces tournament exit as knee injury clouds Scotland's World Cup group
Real Betis winger Abde Ezzalzouli, who scored 15 goals and added 13 assists last season, is facing a three-to-four week layoff after suffering a sprained knee ligament in Morocco's warm-up draw with Norway — potentially ruling him out of the entire World Cup.
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Roy Keane threatens to emigrate to Australia if England win the World Cup
The former Manchester United captain made the tongue-in-cheek declaration during a road-trip mini-series with Micah Richards, admitting England's deep runs in tournaments make him nervous.
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Ofcom warns social media platforms to stamp out abuse targeting players at World Cup 2026
UK regulator Ofcom has written to social media companies demanding they eradicate illegal hate and abuse during the World Cup, warning they will be held to account if they fail to protect players and pundits.
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Van der Vaart Defends Mbappé Against Critics Ahead of 2026 World Cup
Heavily criticized for his season at Real Madrid, Kylian Mbappé receives strong support from Rafael van der Vaart, who sees him shining with France this summer and contending for the Ballon d'Or.
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Frank Lampard joins Rest Is Football on Netflix for 2026 World Cup coverage
Coventry City manager Frank Lampard will appear as a special guest on The Rest Is Football podcast, streaming on Netflix from June 10 alongside Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer and Joe Cole for the 2026 World Cup.
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Mateta to AC Milan: Crystal Palace striker close to historic transfer
Author of 12 goals in the Premier League this season and selected by Deschamps for the 2026 World Cup, Jean-Philippe Mateta is reportedly in advanced negotiations with AC Milan, a year after a first agreement fell through during a medical examination.
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Leao red card for punching prompts Bruno Fernandes solidarity as £43m Man Utd target eyes Premier League move
Rafael Leao was sent off for punching an opponent during Portugal's World Cup warm-up win over Chile, prompting a show of support from Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes. The AC Milan winger, valued at £43m, has openly expressed his desire to play in the Premier League.
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Where to watch England's World Cup 2026 games across Greater Manchester
With England's World Cup 2026 campaign kicking off against Croatia on June 17, Greater Manchester has a host of pubs and venues setting up big-screen screenings, fanzones, and matchday events for supporters.
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Haaland silenced by Diop, just four touches against Morocco
Starting for Norway in the 1-1 draw against Morocco, Erling Haaland touched the ball only four times before his substitution in the 75th minute — his lowest total since 2019 in a match started as a starter.
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New York Mayor Mamdani quotes Balotelli in World Cup 2026 host city pledge
Zohran Mamdani, an Arsenal fan and Real Oviedo shareholder, invoked Mario Balotelli's famous postman quote while pledging a safe and well-run World Cup 2026 for New York City.
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Argentinian media hail Martinez as 'spectacular' bicycle kick lights up Honduras win
Lisandro Martinez earned praise from Argentine outlets after a solid defensive display and an eye-catching overhead kick attempt in Argentina's 2-0 victory over Honduras, boosting his World Cup selection hopes.
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Brazil call-up for Ederson days after £38m United move adds World Cup spotlight to Old Trafford deal
Ederson earned a surprise recall to the Brazil squad just five days after Manchester United confirmed his £38.3m signing from Atalanta, ending a 16-month international absence and handing the midfielder a World Cup stage ahead of his official arrival at Old Trafford.
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Ezzalzouli ruled out of World Cup, Mazraoui and Aguerd also uncertain for Morocco
Real Betis winger Abde Ezzalzouli suffered a right knee ligament sprain during a warm-up match against Norway and is expected to miss the 2026 World Cup. Noussair Mazraoui and Nayef Aguerd are also uncertain for Morocco's opening match against Brazil on June 14.
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