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Didier Deschamps addresses Kylian Mbappe and William Saliba status ahead of France’s first pre-World Cup friendly

Set to face Ivory Coast for France's first pre-World Cup friendly, coach Didier Deschamps addressed Kylian Mbappe and William Saliba's status.
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Lionel Messi vs Cristiano Ronaldo: Economist who predicted the last three World Cup winners forecasts the match and a new champion

The economist who predicted the last three World Cup winners projected a Lionel Messi vs Cristiano Ronaldo and a new champion.
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‘We don’t have the Messi of five years ago,’ admits former Argentina teammate Zabaleta on World Cup hopes

Pablo Zabaleta shared his thoughts on the role he expects Lionel Messi to play for Argentina at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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Argentina on alert as 2026 World Cup opener rival Algeria defeat Netherlands 1-0 in friendly

Argentina's first opponent at the 2026 World Cup, Algeria, pulled off a stunning upset victory over the Netherlands in a pre-tournament warm-up match.
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Lionel Scaloni reportedly identifies five backup players for Argentina ahead of possible last-minute World Cup call-ups

With some players dealing with physical setbacks, Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni has reportedly identified five backup players that could have a last-minute call-up to be part of the 2026 World Cup.
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Nico Paz set for unprecedented Argentina milestone at the 2026 FIFA World Cup

Argentina will have an unusual case in Nicolas Paz at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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Iker Casillas picks three main rivals for Spain at the World Cup

Iker Casillas sees Spain as a World Cup candidate, but he thinks there are three teams on their level.
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Gianni Infantino oversees biggest commercial event as FIFA set for historic financial windfall from expanded 2026 World Cup

Behind the growing excitement, the figures tied to FIFA’s next cycle are becoming just as attention-grabbing as the tournament itself, pointing toward a commercial explosion built around expansion and global demand.
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Cristiano Ronaldo faces unique logistical twist: Why did Portugal delay U.S. arrival for June 12, one day after 2026 World Cup start?

As national teams begin landing across North America, the Portugal national team has chosen a notably later departure date.
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Mbappe and France teammates reportedly clash with federation over World Cup tickets and bonuses

The French Football Federation and France national team players, including Kylian Mbappe, are reportedly engaged in discussions ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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Nico Paz reportedly undergoes special knee treatment, 13 days before Argentina’s 2026 World Cup opener

Nico Paz is reportedly undergoing specialized rehabilitation for a knee injury just 13 days before Argentina begins its 2026 World Cup title defense against Algeria.
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Lionel Messi and Son Heung-min lead MLS as league ranks seventh in 2026 World Cup player count

Lionel Messi and Son Heung-min are headlining a historic World Cup for Major League Soccer, as a record-breaking contingent pushes MLS to seventh among all global leagues in player representation.
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Lamine Yamal won’t feature in Spain friendlies and might miss 2026 World Cup opener as well

Spain manager Luis de la Fuente has confirmed that Lamine Yamal will miss the team's pre-tournament friendlies. While remaining optimistic about the forward's recovery, the coaching staff has stopped short of guaranteeing his availability for the 2026 World Cup opener.
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Cristiano Ronaldo has every reason to believe in 2026 World Cup dream win thanks to Portugal’s stunning tournament format-change record

Alongside a talented generation featuring stars such as Vitinha, Joao Neves, and Bruno Fernandes, the national team heads into the 2026 tournament carrying a fascinating piece of history that has captured the imagination of supporters.
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Christian Pulisic hit with harsh market value reality check just days before home World Cup begins after 2026 goal drought with Milan

The United States captain is preparing to lead his national team on home soil, but he does so after a difficult few months at Milan that have resulted in a significant decline in his market value and sparked fresh debate about his form.