The Latest Breaking News from World Cup

Italy officially decline World Cup 2026 rescue route – even if Iran withdraw

World Cup 2026 will not feature Italy after the government ruled out the Azzurri's participation

FourFourTwo · Apr 24

Will Lamine Yamal Play at the 2026 World Cup?

Barcelona’s star forward is in a race against time to get ready for Spain’s trip to the U.S.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 24

Italy 'Offended' as Trump Envoy Paolo Zampolli Suggests It Replace Iran at 2026 FIFA World Cup

Italy has rejected a proposal to replace Iran at the 2026 World Cup, calling it inappropriate and offensive amid rising political tensions.

International Business Times UK · Apr 24

USMNT Stock Up, Stock Down: Turner Sends Message, Balogun Delivers Again

The pool of U.S. players are doing all they can to make the 2026 World Cup roster.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 24

Seven Real Madrid Players With Points to Prove in Final Few Weeks of 2025–26

There’s plenty to play for at the Bernabéu for a number of under-pressure high-profile players.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 24

Bulls beat 'Nix as Duke makes final World Cup audition

With Socceroos coach Tony Popovic in the stands, World Cup hopeful Mitch Duke helped Macarthur FC demolish Wellington Phoenix in a dead-rubber match.

AAP · Apr 24

World Cup visitors warned they could face ‘serious harm’ due to US immigration crackdown

World Cup visitors have been encouraged to ‘exercise caution’ when travelling in the US

The Independent UK · Apr 24

England star suffers ‘bad injury’ just weeks before World Cup

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The Independent UK · Apr 24

World Cup 2026: The biggest public transport rip-offs and bargains for fans

Many cities are offering either free or very cheap ways to get around

The Independent UK · Apr 24

England World Cup hopeful could miss rest of reason with ‘bad injury’

Tino Livramento may miss the end of the Premier League season but Newcastle boss Eddie Howe said there would be further scans

The Independent UK · Apr 24