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2026 World Cup playoffs: How did the draw for European teams turn out?

Although some national teams that have qualified directly for the 2026 World Cup are already set, the journey to the tournament continues. Several teams still need to secure their spots in the playoffs, and UEFA has revealed the draw, offering some surprise matchups.
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Spain boss De la Fuente sets sights on Finalissima against Messi’s Argentina after 2026 World Cup qualification

After sealing their qualification in the 2026 World Cup, Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente has set the expectations high for the Finalissima clash against Lionel Messi's Argentina.
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CONMEBOL reportedly weighing on the ‘UEFA Nations League format’ ahead of 2030 World Cup

With Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay already qualified to the 2030 World Cup, CONMEBOL is reportedly weighing on the possibility of implementing a "UEFA Nations League format" for the next qualifiers.
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Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi tempers expectations about a Barcelona return: ‘I’ll be at the stadium as just another fan’

Lionel Messi downplayed the possibility of a move from Inter Miami back to FC Barcelona on the short term: "I'll be at the stadium as just another fan."
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Argentina’s Mastantuono explains the Messi trait that impresses him most: ‘It surprises me a lot’

Franco Mastantuono spoke about his teammate on the Argentina national team, Lionel Messi.
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Salah, Hakimi and three other stars set to miss a significant part of the season due to the Africa Cup of Nations

Mohamed Salah and Achraf Hakimi are among the players who will compete in the Africa Cup of Nations this year.
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Is Christian Pulisic’s future at AC Milan in danger? Two Premier League giants reportedly target the USMNT star

Although Christian Pulisic remains one of AC Milan's most important players, his contract renewal does not seem to be progressing as expected. Given this situation, his future with the Italian team appears to be in doubt, as two Premier League giants are seeking to sign him.
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Lionel Messi at PSG: Former sports director reveals what went wrong despite Neymar and Mbappé alongside him

Former PSG sports director Leonardo Araújo revealed what went wrong for Lionel Messi despite counting with Neymar and Kylian Mbappé.
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Carlo Ancelotti’s Brazil overtake Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal in FIFA rankings ahead of World Cup 2026 draw

With Carlo Ancelotti as coach, Brazil have improved noticeably in the FIFA rankings, moving ahead of Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal just days before the World Cup 2026 draw.
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Is Rodrygo sending a message to Xabi Alonso? Real Madrid star opens up on his reduced playing time

Even though Rodrygo Goes was one of Real Madrid's best players a few seasons ago, he hasn't been getting much playing time since Xabi Alonso took over. In response, the Brazilian made some comments about his playing time that seem to be a message to the coach.
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Cristiano Ronaldo visits Donald Trump and receives White House key: ‘I stand ready to do my part’

After receiving the White House key, Cristiano Ronaldo issued a message after his visit to Donald Trump: "I stand ready to do my part."
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Messi snubbed in Globe Soccer Awards 2025 nominations: Cristiano Ronaldo among finalists, but there’s a catch

The Globe Soccer Awards have announced the finalists for the 2025 ceremony, with Cristiano Ronaldo included but Lionel Messi absent.
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Mikel Arteta acknowledges Pep Guardiola’s profound impact on his coaching career: ‘It’s big thanks to him’

Mikel Arteta has become one of the best coaches in the Premier League, with Arsenal at the top of the standings. Given his high level of performance, he acknowledges the impact Pep Guardiola has had on his coaching career, reflecting on his time at Manchester City.
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Erling Haaland surges past Harry Kane, Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Kylian Mbappe to claim elite key international goalscoring record

The forwards who carry the hopes of Norway, England, Argentina, Portugal, and France have rewritten scoring standards for their nation, but only one of them holds the edge in one particularly revealing international record.
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Argentina or Italy? Matias Soule reveals final decision with 2026 World Cup looming and drops emotional eight-word reaction to Lionel Scaloni’s latest snub

Reports of a final decision have collided with a newly revealed reaction to Lionel Scaloni’s latest omission, a response that the young attacker has kept quiet until now.