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Belgium 0-1 France, Turkey 1-4 Italy and more: Nations League – as it happened

Michael Olise earned France victory in Brussels and Italy bounced back with a big win over Turkey

The Guardian - UK · Sep 28

Australia 1-1 Brazil: men’s international football friendly – as it happened

The Socceroos have to settle for a draw as five-time world champions score a last-gasp goal to cancel out Irankunda’s stunning free kick

The Guardian - AU · Sep 25

Klopp, Xavi, Zidane, Mancini: big nations ready to unleash bigger dogs

In today’s Football Daily: At least there are some big names to entertain us in the international wilderness

The Guardian - UK · Sep 22

Can’t get enough of the World Cup? Here are the best books about soccer – chosen by experts

The pain. The penalties. The hairsplitting VAR decisions and astounding off-field politics. From ageing titans to miraculous goals, the FIFA World Cup brims with drama and athleticism.

The Conversation · Jul 7

World Cup 2026: Canada and USA enter fray; empty seats; Mexico’s winning start; McTominay fitness boost – as it happened

The latest news as co-hosts USA and Canada get their World Cup campaigns under way

The Guardian - UK · Jun 12

World Cup 2026 expansion raises debate: More teams, more games, but is football losing its edge?

The upcoming World Cup features more teams and games, sparking debate about its impact. While FIFA aims for global reach, concerns exist about diluted quality and player endurance. Despite potential drawbacks, the tournament anticipates significant revenue. Interest in international football remains strong, suggesting continued fan engagement with the expanded format.

The Economic Times · May 23

Premier League finale, French Open tennis and F1 in Canada – follow with us

Here’s how to follow along with our coverage – the finest writing and up-to-the-minute reports

The Guardian - UK · May 22

World Cup 2026 will be the biggest ever. But expansion comes with its perils for players and fans

Many have warned about the impact on top players being asked to play more and more football

The Independent UK · May 21

FIFA's big experiment may have made the World Cup too big for its own good

The World Cup expands with more teams and games. This raises questions about quality and player fatigue. FIFA believes this growth makes the sport global. New teams debut, offering dream opportunities. Concerns exist about player health and the value of scarcity. More games mean more revenue for FIFA. Fan interest…

The Economic Times · May 21

Manchester City v Chelsea: get ready for a Wembley FFP derby showpiece

In today’s Football Daily: Onwards to Wembley again

The Guardian - UK · Apr 27