latest articles by Martina Alcheva

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/ 48 days agoWhy Khvicha Kvaratskhelia is not playing in the 2026 World Cup
After establishing himself among Europe's elite, the Paris Saint-Germain winger appeared destined to shine on soccer's biggest stage. Instead, he will be forced to watch from afar as the world's leading national team competes for the most prestigious trophy in the sport.

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/ 48 days agoWhy Russia is missing the 2026 World Cup: FIFA ban explained
The national team, which famously hosted the 2018 World Cup and reached the quarterfinals that year, will once again watch from afar as the competition unfolds across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

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/ 51 days agoBruno Fernandes and Goncalo Guedes inspire Portugal to 2-1 win over Chile in pre-World Cup 2026 international friendly after Cristiano Ronaldo’s exit at the break
Catch the live action as Cristiano Ronaldo leads Portugal against Chile in a crucial World Cup warm-up clash! Follow our live blog for real-time updates, lineups, and commentary from Lisbon. Don't miss a single beat, and join the live blog!

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/ 51 days agoLionel Messi comparison prompts honest admission from Portugal boss as Roberto Martinez clarifies Cristiano Ronaldo’s authority within 2026 World Cup squad
Scaloni openly discussed how closely he works with Messi on major decisions involving Argentina, leading many to wonder whether Martinez follows a similar approach with Ronaldo inside the Portugal camp.

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/ 51 days agoCarlo Ancelotti monitoring Neymar closely as Brazil star still has chance to face Morocco in 2026 World Cup opener, but one key factor will decide everything
Neymar remains unavailable as he continues recovering from injury, but the possibility of seeing the Santos star in Brazil’s opening match against Morocco has not been completely ruled out.

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/ 51 days agoIs Cristiano Ronaldo playing? Confirmed lineups for Portugal vs Chile in pre-World Cup 2026 international friendly
Today's friendly against Chile at Estadio do Jamor in Oeiras may not carry competitive stakes, but it offers an important glimpse into how Roberto Martinez’s side is shaping up before heading to North America.

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/ 51 days ago2026 World Cup atmosphere could change forever after FIFA’s unprecedented stadium decision on iconic vuvuzelas and plastic water bottles
Just days before kickoff, FIFA has introduced a controversial stadium policy that is already generating strong reactions from supporters around the world.

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/ 51 days agoChristian Pulisic ends 2026 goal drought but receives sobering 2026 World Cup reminder from USMNT great Tim Howard: ‘He is not living on this planet’
The Milan forward finally ended a frustrating scoring drought, but even that positive moment was followed by a sobering reminder from former United States goalkeeper Tim Howard about the expectations that come with being the face of the national team.

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/ 51 days agoCristiano Ronaldo learns reason behind Portugal’s unusual 2026 World Cup travel plan as Roberto Martinez explains decision
In the midst of what may be the last World Cup of Cristiano Ronaldo's extraordinary international career, Roberto Martinez is making sure that Portugal is ready for its 2026 tournament. As other national teams settle into their North American bases, Portugal has chosen a different route, creating intrigue around its unusually late arrival in the […]

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/ 51 days agoCristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, Lamine Yamal, and Vinicius face brutal conditions as more than 30% of 2026 World Cup matches at risk of dangerous heat levels
A new analysis suggests that weather conditions across several host cities in North America could become one of the tournament's biggest talking points.

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/ 52 days agoCristiano Ronaldo and Portugal monitor Group K tension after James Rodriguez overshadows Colombia’s 2026 World Cup send-off with controversial moment
Instead of focusing solely on soccer preparations, the Colombian camp has found itself at the center of an unexpected controversy involving captain James Rodriguez.

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/ 52 days agoChristian Pulisic could return from 2026 World Cup to major crisis as Milan faces crucial deadline to avoid surprising 2026-27 Serie A season exclusion threat
The American forward arrives at the tournament determined to help the USMNT make a deep run on home soil, but events surrounding Milan have created a storm that is impossible to ignore.

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/ 52 days agoCristiano Ronaldo watches closely as Portugal’s Group K rival DR Congo hit with fresh trouble ahead of massive 2026 World Cup showdown
Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal are preparing for what promises to be a challenging Group K campaign at the 2026 World Cup, but one of the national team's rivals has encountered a significant setback just days before the tournament begins. While Portugal remains focused on its own preparations, developments surrounding DR Congo have added another layer […]

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/ 52 days agoCristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr reportedly close to finalizing blockbuster friendly against River Plate as possible date and time emerge
While details continue to emerge, growing speculation indicates that discussions have advanced significantly, creating excitement among supporters on both sides of the world.

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/ 53 days agoCristiano Ronaldo loses $2.3 million in value despite Saudi Pro League title, but remains world’s most valuable over-40 player in pre-2026 World Cup market update
Despite leading his club to a long-awaited league title and producing another prolific season in front of goal, the latest market update has delivered an unexpected twist ahead of the 2026 tournament.
