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Benzema handed major boost at Al Hilal as Hernandez and Bounou ready to face Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al Nassr

Ahead of the key SPL clash against Cristiano Ronaldo's Al Nassr, Karim Benzema will be counting with Al Hilal star teammates Theo Hernandez and Yassine Bounou.
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USMNT: Mauricio Pochettino faces first major absence as Johnny Cardoso set to miss 2026 World Cup due to injury

Mauricio Pochettino suffer the first major absence in the USMNT as Johnny Cardoso is set to miss the 2026 World Cup due to a new injury.
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James Rodríguez shuts down retirement talk after 2026 World Cup: ‘I have a couple of years left’

Following his limited role at Minnesota United, rumors about James Rodríguez retiring after the 2026 World Cup with Colombia began to gain momentum. Nevertheless, the 34-year-old star has decided to deny those rumors, making it clear that he still has several years left in his career.
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Lionel Messi backs Neymar’s return to Brazil for the 2026 World Cup: ‘He always has to be there’

Neymar Jr. appears to have very little chance of making the 2026 World Cup, as it has been three years since his last match with Brazil. Despite this, Lionel Messi has decided to support the return of the 34-year-old star, making it clear that he remains one of the best players in the world.
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With Lionel Messi and without Angel Di María, Argentina reveal preliminary squad for the 2026 World Cup

Just weeks before the start of the 2026 World Cup, Argentina have officially announced their preliminary squad. Amid the uncertainty, head coach Lionel Scaloni has included Lionel Messi, while leaving out Ángel Di María along with five other champions from Qatar.
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Neymar Jr. and Thiago Silva reportedly make Carlo Ancelotti’s preliminary Brazil 2026 World Cup squad

Throughout his tenure as head coach, Carlo Ancelotti has decided not to rely on Neymar Jr. and Thiago Silva, instead opting for younger players. Nevertheless, he has reportedly decided to include both veterans in Brazil’s preliminary squad for the 2026 World Cup, opening doors for a comeback.
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Alexander-Arnold’s absence from England’s World Cup squad is ‘mind-boggling,’ says icon Wayne Rooney

Wayne Rooney shared his thoughts on the possibility of Trent Alexander-Arnold being left out of England’s squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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Germany on alert: World Cup rivals Ivory Coast get boost as Inter’s Yoan Ange Bonny passes on France

Inter Milan forward Yoan Ange Bonny has decided to represent Ivory Coast instead of France, meaning he could face Germany at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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FIFA president Gianni Infantino faces new 2026 World Cup crisis as Iran agrees to participate only if seven demands are met

While Gianni Infantino remains focused on presenting the competition as a global celebration, Iran’s football federation (FFIRI) has officially confirmed that the national team will participate in the tournament only under a series of specific conditions.
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Carlo Ancelotti keeps Neymar’s hope alive with preliminary Brazil decision: Does it mean Santos’ star will make final cut, and when will 26-man squad be announced?

Neymar’s inclusion has revived hopes that one of the nation’s greatest players could appear at another World Cup, although questions still remain about whether the Santos attacker will survive the final selection process.
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Christian Pulisic fires back with plan to silence critics after rare goal drought at Milan ahead of home 2026 World Cup with USMNT

The Milan forward remains one of the biggest faces in American soccer, but questions surrounding his recent form have followed him into the final stretch of the season.
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2026 World Cup to have three opening ceremonies featuring major artists in Mexico, Canada and the US

FIFA are planning to hold opening ceremonies featuring major artists in each of the three host countries for the 2026 World Cup: Mexico, Canada, and the United States.
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Neymar receives major World Cup boost as Messi, Ronaldinho urge Brazil call-up

Lionel Messi and Ronaldinho voiced their support for Neymar’s inclusion in Brazil’s squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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Alphonso Davies’ injury setback prompts official Canada statement ahead of 2026 World Cup

Canada addressed the injury suffered by Alphonso Davies just over a month before the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.