The Latest Breaking News from World Cup

Mejbri banned for spitting at Leeds fans, Merino may keep place as Arsenal striker – as it happened

Plus, Pep Guardiola confirmed Rodri is still not fit and Eddie Howe gave a positive update on Sandro Tonali

The Guardian - UK · Dec 5, 2025

Thomas Tuchel insists ‘anything is possible’ for England ahead of World Cup 2026 draw

England will find out who they will face at the 2026 World Cup when the draw takes place on Friday afternoon

The Independent UK · Dec 5, 2025

Sports quiz of the week: Premier League goals, Ashes centuries and the F1 finale

Have you been following the big stories in football, cricket, motor sport, rugby union and snooker?

The Guardian - UK · Dec 5, 2025

City desperate for solution to Socceroo's injury woes

Powerful Socceroo Mathew Leckie can't get a break from his injury woes, but Melbourne City hope they have gotten to the bottom of his problems.

AAP · Dec 5, 2025

Garber distances MLS from USMNT success and raises stakes for Vancouver’s long-term home

Major League Soccer commissioner Don Garber said ‘hard decisions’ may need to be made about the MLS Cup finalists Vancouver Whitecaps

The Guardian - US · Dec 5, 2025

Supercomputer Predicts 2026 World Cup Winner Before Draw

Argentina will have to fend off some European giants to retain their World Cup crown.

Sports Illustrated · Dec 5, 2025

Why Lionel Messi vs. Thomas Muller Is the Biggest Opportunity in MLS Cup History

With television broadcasts and star power, the 2025 MLS Cup could break records on Saturday.

Sports Illustrated · Dec 5, 2025

White House fails to rule out ICE raids in and around World Cup stadiums ahead of draw

The 2026 World Cup draw is taking place on December 5 and will determine the initial schedule for next year’s competition

The Independent UK · Dec 5, 2025

Thomas Tuchel believes England have ‘team spirit’ to win World Cup as draw looms

Thomas Tuchel said England would dare to dream of glory at the World Cup next summer and could achieve it if they brought a fighting attitude

The Guardian - UK · Dec 4, 2025

Ruben Amorim frustrated as Manchester United drop points against West Ham

Soungoutou Magassa scored from a late corner to cancel out Diogo Dalot’s second-half strike.

The Independent UK · Dec 4, 2025