USMNT Set to Play Groundbreaking Game Ahead of 2026 World Cup—Report The Stars and Stripes are in for a major test just three months before they kick off their World Cup campaign. Sports Illustrated · Nov 17, 2025
Trump rolls out Fifa ‘pass’ to give priority visas to 2026 US World Cup visitors Secretary of State Marco Rubio says World Cup ticket holders will get priority appointments but undergo the same vetting as other visa applicants The Independent UK · Nov 17, 2025
Scotland approach one-game World Cup shootout with excitement and focus Beat Denmark and Scotland’s qualification for the World Cup finals for first time since 1998 is guaranteed. Is it in the stars? The Guardian - UK · Nov 17, 2025
Thomas Tuchel reveals plan to visit Trent Alexander-Arnold as Real Madrid star loses England place Full-back has struggled with injury this season Evening Standard · Nov 17, 2025
Tuchel says ex-Liverpool star ‘a tiny bit ahead’ of Alexander-Arnold in England pecking order IN FULL The Independent UK · Nov 17, 2025
Denmark boss insists his team are more ‘fired up’ than Scotland for crucial World Cup qualifier Scotland and Denmark are battling for automatic qualification to next year’s World Cup The Independent UK · Nov 17, 2025
Thomas Tuchel to contact every overlooked England player with World Cup advice Clarity has been key in the German’s reign and something he will provide to those on the fringes during the four months between now and March’s camp. The Independent UK · Nov 17, 2025
Tuchel knows perfection is an illusion but England have reasons to dream The team’s qualifying record is impressive but not as important as their burgeoning confidence and momentum The Guardian - UK · Nov 17, 2025
Germany and Netherlands secure qualification, and more: World Cup 2026 qualifying – as it happened A brilliant performance saw Germany secure qualification by beating Slovakia 6-0, while the Netherlands confirmed their presence with a win over Lithuania The Guardian - UK · Nov 17, 2025
Watch Germany vs Slovakia: Live streams for the deciding Group A World Cup 2026 qualifier in Leipzig It's win and in for either of Group A's tied top two – here's how to watch Germany vs Slovakia online and on TV today. FourFourTwo · Nov 17, 2025
Craig Bellamy urges Wales to claim ‘massive’ second place in World Cup qualifying group Wales face North Macedonia on Tuesday requiring a win to leap into second place of Group J The Independent UK · Nov 17, 2025
Scotland dealt injury blow ahead of decisive World Cup qualifier against Denmark Scotland can book their place at next summer’s World Cup if they beat Denmark on Tuesday The Independent UK · Nov 17, 2025
Anthony Joshua says he will ‘break the internet over Jake Paul’s face’ in Miami The pair have agreed to eight three-minute rounds with regulation 10oz gloves being used, while Joshua has a weight limit of 245lbs. The Independent UK · Nov 17, 2025
Why Troy Parrott’s magic moment meant much more than just the World Cup play-offs to Ireland The plight of Heimer Hallgrimsson’s team after four games meant none of this should have possible for a country which lacks the talent pool of yesteryear The Independent UK · Nov 17, 2025
inkl · Nov 17, 2025 Haaland Powers Norway to Their First World Cup Appearance in 28 Years The football World Cup is the sport’s grandest stage, so it’s only fitting that the best players in the beautiful game are present and correct.
The Independent UK · Nov 17, 2025 The joy and the lesson of Ireland hero Troy Parrott’s now-famous World Cup qualifier goal INSIDE FOOTBALL: The latest Miguel Delaney: Inside Football newsletter explores Ireland’s dramatic World Cup qualifier win, Troy Parrott’s unforgettable goal, and how moments like this highlight the enduring magic and unpredictability of football
The Guardian - US · Nov 17, 2025 Ireland’s big moment is what World Cup qualifying is all about Troy Parrott’s last-gasp goal and DR Congo’s triumph proved once again why the best soccer is almost never about the soccer
Sports Illustrated · Nov 17, 2025 Is Now the Time for Portugal to Part Ways With Cristiano Ronaldo? The global icon has scored 143 goals for Portugal during his career. But now banned for at least one World Cup match, here is why Roberto Martínez needs to cut ties with his talisman.
The Guardian - UK · Nov 17, 2025 Troy of the Rovers: Parrott trick sends Republic of Ireland into delirium In today’s Football Daily: an Irish hero and voodoo
Evening Standard · Nov 17, 2025 Manchester United: Conor Gallagher addresses January transfer links and reveals talks with Thomas Tuchel England midfielder has been linked with a Premier League return to boost hopes of making World Cup squad
The Independent UK · Nov 17, 2025 Is Brazil v Tunisia on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch friendly for free The five-time World Cup winners conclude the year with a friendly against African side Tunisia
The Independent UK · Nov 17, 2025 Harry Kane reveals England’s five-man leadership group as Tuchel makes Bellingham call Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice and Marc Guehi are also among England’s dressing room leaders
FourFourTwo · Nov 17, 2025 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
Sports Illustrated · Nov 17, 2025 Mauricio Pochettino Pleads With USMNT Fans to Follow Example of Argentina, Brazil Over 17,000 attended the friendly with Paraguay at the Philadelphia Union's Subaru Park.
Sports Illustrated · Nov 17, 2025 Three Reasons Why Portugal Are Hopeful of Cristiano Ronaldo Avoiding World Cup Ban Ronaldo’s straight red card against the Republic of Ireland could have dire consequences.