The Latest Breaking News from World Cup

Congo’s famous living statue fan to miss World Cup play-off against Jamaica due to visa issues

Michel Nkuka Mboladinga posed as a statue of Congo’s assassinated independence hero Patrice Lumumba at the Africa Cup of Nations

The Independent UK · Mar 31

‘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.

Sports Illustrated · Mar 31

Elephant breaks free of her enclosure in New Mexico zoo: ‘She had a little night out’

Lynn Tupa, the associate director at the zoo, said that the elephant had been ‘out for a while’ when she was found

The Independent UK · Mar 31

Sarina Wiegman names uncapped 17-year-old in Lionesses squad for World Cup qualifiers

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The Independent UK · Mar 31

Japan’s Saki Kumagai: ‘I try to pass the baton to the next generation’

The defender, a sole link between the past and present, is focused on nurturing young talent to help her country realise its 50-year plan

The Guardian - UK · Mar 31

Jarrod Bowen in big chance to stake World Cup claim in fight with Arsenal duo

West Ham star set to start against Japan after Bukayo Saka and Noni Madueke dropouts

Evening Standard · Mar 31

‘Obviously’—Man Utd, Man City Receive Response From Leading Transfer Target

The two Manchester giants are battling for what could be the most expensive deal of the summer.

Sports Illustrated · Mar 31

The 20 Best Colombian Soccer Players of All Time—Ranked

Standout strikers and flamboyant goalkeepers represent some of Colombia’s greats.

Sports Illustrated · Mar 31

Thomas Tuchel outlines concern over England attackers as World Cup looms

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The Independent UK · Mar 31

Thomas Tuchel names England’s underperforming stars after club struggles

The England manager believes that too many of his key players are not producing the ‘numbers’ at club level

The Independent UK · Mar 31