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The Latest Breaking News from the World Cup

When is the World Cup 2026 inter-continental play-off draw? Date, format, rules and fixture dates

Six teams from five confederations will battle out for the final two World Cup places next year

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The 10 Favorites to Win the 2026 World Cup—Ranked

Defending champions Argentina face a tough test to secure a second successive world title.

Sports Illustrated

Nigeria vs DR Congo live: Leopards keep World Cup dream alive with dramatic penalty shoot-out win

Nigeria 1-1 DR Congo (DR Congo win 4-3 on pens): Captain Chancel Mbemba was the hero again as he scored the winning penalty in the shoot-out to send the Leopards through

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When is the World Cup 2026 play-offs draw and which pot are Wales, Ireland and Northern Ireland in?

The 12 group runners-up will be joined by four teams who reached the play-offs thanks to their Nations League performance

The Independent UK

How to Watch Italy vs. Norway on TV, Live Stream: 2026 World Cup Qualifier

Only a miracle will see Italy qualify for the World Cup at Norway’s expense.

Sports Illustrated

Mauricio Pochettino Sends Warning to Gio Reyna After Dazzling USMNT Return

The USMNT have their eyes on the World Cup, but Reyna will have to keep up his form if he wants to be there.

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Mexico 0–0 Uruguay: Takeaways From Performance of Violent Contrasts for El Tri

Mexico’s inherent strengths and weaknesses were both on full display against Uruguay.

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The four big World Cup choices that could define Thomas Tuchel’s England reign

Seven of Thomas Tuchel’s first-choice England XI look locked in but four positions are still up for grabs

The Independent UK

Scotland beaten by Greece but Belarus stun Denmark to keep World Cup qualifying group alive

Greece 3-2 Scotland: A wild game ended in defeat but Steve Clarke’s side can still qualify automatically for the World Cup with victory over Denmark on Tuesdsay

The Independent UK

Harry Kane closes on Pelé’s record but captain always puts England first

Harry Kane believes England squad is trending in right direction as he targets World Cup and Ballon d’Or in 2026

The Guardian - UK

Thomas Tuchel would prefer England defeat to red card in Albania

In light of Cristiano Ronaldo’s red card, Thomas Tuchel said he would prefer defeat to a player picking up a suspension for the World Cup finals

The Guardian - UK

Saturday’s briefing: Frustration for Northern Ireland as Germany face shoot-out

England manager Thomas Tuchel has been talking about singing the national anthem again.

The Independent UK

Thomas Tuchel wants England substitutes to channel anger into World Cup victory

Thomas Tuchel wants his England substitutes to channel any anger they feel at not starting into making the difference when they can because the team that win the World Cup will be defined by productivity off the bench

The Guardian - UK

How Thomas Tuchel plans to turn England headache into World Cup advantage

The England manager accepts he will need to harness the abundance of options available to him if England are to succeed at the World Cup next summer

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Will Lionel Messi Play at the 2026 FIFA World Cup?

The Argentine secured his greatest triumph of all at the 2022 edition in Qatar.

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Cristiano Ronaldo may miss World Cup 2026 - and this is why

Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed World Cup 2026 to be his last - but he may not even play at the tournament now

The Guardian - UK

Outsiders sense Chess World Cup glory after host of big names make early exits

Fifteen of the top 20 seeds were eliminated in the first four rounds, including world champion Gukesh Dommaraju, Germany’s Vincent Keymer and Hans Niemann of the US

International Business Times UK

Ariana Grande 'Attacked' by 'Pyjama Man' in Singapore — Same Aussie That Rushed Katy Perry, The Weeknd, and More

The man who rushed Ariana Grande at the Wicked premiere is a serial celebrity intruder, having previously targeted Katy Perry, The Weeknd, and the World Cup.

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Spain’s 2010 World Cup Winners: Where Are They Now?

Coinciding with Barcelona’s dominance at club level, Spain conquered the world in 2010.

The Guardian - UK

England 2-0 Serbia: player ratings from the World Cup qualifier at Wembley

Declan Rice helped run the show from midfield and Elliot Anderson looks his ideal partner, while Morgan Rogers advanced his case further forward

Radio France Internationale

Nigeria and DRC to face off in African final for World Cup play-off gala

Nigeria and Democratic Republic of Congo will meet in the final on Sunday for a place at next year's intercontinental play-off for berths at the World Cup after wins on Thursday night over Gabon and Cameroon respectively.

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How to watch Bermuda vs Curaçao: Live stream the World Cup qualifier

Can Curaçao stay in the hunt for World Cup qualification? Here's how to watch Curaçao vs Bermuda online, on TV, and for free.

The Independent UK

England v Serbia live: Result as Saka and Eze score in World Cup 2026 qualifying victory

The Three Lions have already secured a spot at the World Cup and continued their form with a 2-0 victory at Wembley

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Watch Norway vs Estonia: Live streams as Erling Haaland's group leaders look to move closer to World Cup 2026

The World Cup beckons for unbeaten Group I leaders Norway – here's how to watch Norway vs Estonia online, on TV, and from anywhere today.

The Independent UK

Nigeria v Gabon live: Osimhen brace gives Super Eagles place in World Cup 2026 play-off final

Nigeria 4-1 Gabon: Osimhen scored either side of Chidera Ejuke to seal an extra-time win for the Super Eagles in Rabat

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