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The Latest Breaking News from the World Cup

Gianluigi Buffon confirms Italy’s immediate plan after disastrous World Cup qualifying failure

Buffon and head coach Gennaro Gattuso will remain in charge of Italy for the short term despite the heartbreaking World Cup playoff loss to Bosnia

The Independent UK

Conflict-torn Congo celebrates historic World Cup qualification

Congo reached the World Cup for the first time in 52 years on Tuesday

The Independent UK

Thomas Tuchel facing huge World Cup headache after failed England experiment

Poor displays against Uruguay and Japan sparked more questions than answers

Evening Standard

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DRC and Iraq book 2026 World Cup spots after inter-confederation play-off wins

Democratic Republic of Congo and Iraq secured berths at the 2026 World Cup on Wednesday following victories over Jamaica and Bolivia respectively in the two inter-confederation play-off finals.

Radio France Internationale

Former Man United star sends DR Congo through to the World Cup

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The Independent UK

Has a club won the title with a better goal difference than points tally?

Plus: qualifying for the World Cup with no more than two wins, a 20-0 victory and scratching a 34-year itch

The Guardian - UK

Iraq secure final 2026 World Cup spot

Iraq became the final nation to book their spot at the 2026 World Cup by beating Bolivia 2-1 in Mexico on Tuesday night. It was Iraq who took the lead in the 10th minute through Ali Al-Hamadi, but Bolivia equalised seven minutes before half time thanks to Moises Paniagua. Iraq…

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Brotherly feedback helps drive Juric towards World Cup

Socceroos newbie Deni Juric has been able to lean on older brother and former Socceroos striker Tomi Juric for advice as he auditions for the World Cup.

AAP

Bosnia and Herzegovina, Turkey, Sweden and Czech Republic reach 2026 World Cup

Turkey, Sweden, Bosnia and Herzegovina as well as the Czech Republic advanced to the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Mexico and Canada on Tuesday night following European play-off final wins.

Radio France Internationale

Akturkoglu edges Turkey through to end Kosovo hopes of World Cup finals debut

Kerem Akturkoglu scored for Turkey in their 1-0 victory to reach the World Cup and end Kosovo hopes of securing a place at their first finals

The Guardian - UK

Sky's limit for Irankunda as Socceroos brace for Turkey

The Socceroos will face Turkey first at the World Cup, and after his brace against Curacao Nestory Irankunda will be a crucial part of plans to shock the world.

AAP

Infantino insists Iran ‘will be at the World Cup’ despite US war

Iranian football federation previously asked for World Cup games to be moved away from the US

The Independent UK

Soccer Quiz: Name Every Winner of the World Cup

The most watched tournament in all of sports was first contested almost 100 years ago.

Sports Illustrated

Infantino says Iran ‘will be at the World Cup’ despite war with United States

The Fifa president made the comments while in attendance at half-time of Iran’s friendly with Costa Rica in Turkey

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Fifa chief hails Mexico's readiness as teams prepare for World Cup finals

World football's most powerful administrator Gianni Infantino has hailed the readiness of Mexico for this summer's World Cup during a fact-finding tour of the country in which he met Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum, viewing the stadiums in Mexico City, Monterrey and Guadalajara that will stage matches during the month-long competition.

The Independent UK

Alan Shearer picks his England team for World Cup with bold Jude Bellingham call

Ex-England striker Shearer has named his preferred starting XI and highlighted one player who holds the World Cup key for Thomas Tuchel’s side this summer

Sports Illustrated

‘No Plan B, C or D’—FIFA President Takes Firm Stance on Iran’s World Cup Participation

Gianni Infantino has weighed in on the prospect of Iran boycotting the tournament which will be co-hosted by the U.S.

Radio France Internationale

Ghana football bosses sack head coach Addo after fourth straight defeat

Otto Addo has been dismissed as Ghana head coach after a damaging run of four straight defeats, with the Black Stars now facing a race against time to appoint a successor ahead of their 2026 World Cup opener against Panama.

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The Independent UK

England’s World Cup opponents Ghana sack manager just 72 days before the tournament

Otto Addo had overseen a run of four straight defeats in the build up to the tournament commencing

The Independent UK

England World Cup opponents sack their manager after four straight losses

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The Independent UK

Is Scotland v Ivory Coast on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch friendly for free

Steve Clarke’s side fell to a 1-0 defeat to Japan at Hampden on Saturday and now head to Liverpool to face Ivory Coast

Sports Illustrated

Sweden vs. Poland—World Cup Playoff: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

Tuesday’s playoff final will see one country earn a place at the 2026 World

Sports Illustrated

USMNT Manager Mauricio Pochettino Sends Message to Tottenham, Hints at Future

The USMNT take on Portugal on Tuesday after an embarrassing 5–2 defeat to Belgium over the weekend.

The Independent UK

US defender Chris Richards on what makes America unique: `Maybe the TSA lines'

Ahead of the World Cup, Chris Richards has a new take on what makes America unique

AAP

Different route to World Cup has Socceroos primed

Aziz Behich and Milos Degenek won't ever regret reaching the World Cup through the playoffs, but are relishing a different preparation for 2026.

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