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The six England squad decisions awaiting Thomas Tuchel for the World Cup

Tuchel selected at 35-man squad for the March internationals and still has a lot of thinking to do over who will make the cut this summer

The Independent UK

Thomas Tuchel explains the importance of hotel windows to England’s World Cup preparation

England aim to set up a base in Kansas City throughout the duration of the World Cup, with group stage games in Dallas, Boston and New York

The Independent UK

Czech Republic World Cup 2026 squad: Miroslav Koubek's latest selection ahead of the World Cup qualifying play-offs

The prospective Czech Republic World Cup 2026 squad face the Republic of Ireland two games out from a place in North America

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A Save the World Cup bill just hit the floor after Democrats accused the ICE chief of planning a terror campaign that could ruin the entire tournament

A brand new “Save the World Cup” bill just hit the floor in Congress, aiming to put a firm stop to any potential immigration enforcement raids near FIFA World Cup matches and fan festivals in the United States this summer. New Jersey Congresswoman Nellie Pou, a Democrat, introduced this legislation…

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‘I was joking with Ben Davies and Brennan Johnson about Italy possibly playing Wales in the World Cup play-offs. I told them both that we’re going to win it, 100 per cent!’ Destiny Udogie on what he said to Spurs team-mates

There was plenty of banter flying around the Tottenham training ground when November’s draw was made

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Thomas Tuchel addresses Arsenal teenager Max Dowman's England pathway

Thomas Tuchel has addressed the possibility of exciting Arsenal teenager Max Dowman being called up for England at the World Cup

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Thomas Tuchel feels ‘parental responsibility’ for Max Dowman and offers Myles Lewis-Skelly example

Tuchel had earlier said that ‘game-changer’ Dowman would be under consideration for the World Cup

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England: Thomas Tuchel reveals 'responsibility' for Max Dowman and makes Myles Lewis-Skelly comparison

Clamour for the Gunners wonderkid’s inclusion has been met with some calls for caution

Evening Standard

2026 World Cup Power Rankings: Spain, Argentina Favorites; Norway the Dark Horses

Traditional powerhouses and emerging nations will be in contention for soccer’s grand prize.

Sports Illustrated

Thomas Tuchel explains ‘tough’ Alexander-Arnold decision: ‘I know what Trent can offer us’

The Real Madrid right back’s chances of going to the World Cup appear slim after he was left out of Tuchel’s latest squad despite the injury to Reece James

The Independent UK

Iran Soccer Chief Defines Terms of 2026 World Cup ‘Boycott’

A desire to play Iran’s World Cup opener in Mexico has been expressed.

Sports Illustrated

Seven uncapped players included in Red Roses squad for Women’s Six Nations

England are set to return to action for the first time since winning the World Cup

The Independent UK

Socceroos' mystery World Cup rivals no concern: Popovic

Despite not having all their group stage opponents confirmed for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Socceroos coach Tony Popovic is not letting that affect preparations.

AAP

Fifa president responds to Iran’s request to move World Cup games out of US

FIFA President Gianni Infantino announced that the World Cup will proceed as scheduled, rejecting Iran's request to move its games from the United States to Mexico.

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Fifa issues decisions on Iran’s World Cup request and Israel complaint

Gianni Infantino said Fifa wants the World Cup to go ahead as scheduled

The Independent UK

Iran football chief vows to ‘boycott America, but not the World Cup’ amid bid to move matches to Mexico

Iran’s participation in this summer’s World Cup is in doubt after Donald Trump claimed it would not be ‘appropriate’ for them to play ‘for their life and safety’

The Guardian - US

New bill would bar ICE raids near World Cup matches in US host cities

Nellie Pou’s bill follows refusal of ICE chief Todd Lyons to rule out enforcement near stadiums and fan festivals

The Independent UK

Iran will ‘boycott America, but not the World Cup’ – federation president

Iran are due to play all three of their group matches in the US.

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You might be watching the World Cup in a very different way this year... free on YouTube

YouTube and FIFA have announced a deal expanding access to the World Cup this summer

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On-song North Korea seal long-awaited World Cup return

A hat-trick from Hong Song-Ok in a dominant 4-0 defeat of Taiwan has ensured North Korea will return to the World Cup despite their early Asian Cup exit.

The Independent UK

Three major England decisions facing Thomas Tuchel ahead of latest squad announcement

England will play Uruguay and Japan at Wembley in the last international break before Tuchel names his squad for the World Cup

The Guardian - UK

Iran will boycott the US but not the World Cup, country’s football head says

Iran will ‘boycott the United States’ but ‘not the World Cup’, the Iranian football federation president, Mehdi Taj, has said

AAP

Brazil bound: Aussie connection guides Filipinas to WC

Australian coach Mark Torcaso has guided the Philippines back to the World Cup, beating Uzbekistan in their Asian Cup play-in qualifier on the Gold Coast.

Sports Illustrated

The FIFA World Cup Rule Changes Supporters Need to Know

New rules have been introduced ahead of the biggest World Cup ever.

Sports Illustrated

USMNT’s Mauricio Pochettino Speaks on Christian Pulisic’s Worrying Goal Drought

Matches against Belgium and Portugal loom large for the USMNT.

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