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/ 161 days ago

Morocco break stunning Spain record after win over Congo in 2026 World Cup qualifiers

Following their standout performance in Qatar 2022, Morocco remain as one of the world's most consistent national teams. Their 2026 World Cup qualifier win over Congo broke Spain's longstanding record, solidifying their status as a formidable force on the global stage.
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/ 161 days ago

Size vs. success: 10 most populous countries yet to reach FIFA World Cup

In world soccer, size doesn’t always translate to success. Some nations boast millions, even billions, of people, yet have never seen their flag fly at the FIFA World Cup.
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/ 161 days ago

Unbelievable FIFA World Cup fact you will have to read twice: Four of five giants won’t be present at 2026 edition

As the dust begins to settle on the penultimate stage of the World Cup 2026 Qualifiers, a staggering revelation has emerged — four of the world’s five most populated nations will not feature at next year’s finals.
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/ 161 days ago

Kane’s England become first European team to clinch World Cup spot: When was their last FIFA tournament miss?

Harry Kane led England to qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a brace against Latvia.
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/ 162 days ago

FIFA reportedly planning another major change towards the 2026 World Cup

After several years of continuity, FIFA has decided to implement major regulatory changes ahead of the 2026 World Cup. With just a few months before this eagerly awaited tournament, another significant change is reportedly under consideration, offering national teams fresh perspectives.
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/ 162 days ago

Report: Neymar Jr eyes bold career move to secure a spot with Brazil for the 2026 World Cup

Following a two-year absence from Brazil's lineup, coach Carlo Ancelotti discussed Neymar Jr.'s potential return. After those statements, the veteran is contemplating a significant career change to earn a spot on the 2026 World Cup roster.
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/ 162 days ago

El Salvador vs Guatemala: Lineups for key clash in 2026 CONCACAF World Cup qualifiers

El Salvador and Guatemala meet in a crucial CONCACAF qualifier after their last two winless matches. This showdown could determine their 2026 World Cup fate, ensuring an intensely competitive clash. Here are the predicted lineups.
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/ 162 days ago

Lionel Messi’s Argentina teammate makes bold 2026 World Cup claim: ‘Spain, France, and Argentina are candidates’

Less than 9 months for the kickoff of the competition, a Lionel Messi’s star teammate made a bold claim ahead of the 2026 World Cup: "Spain, France, and Argentina are candidates."
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/ 163 days ago

World Cup winner and former Borussia Dortmund teammate weighs in on Christian Pulisic’s evolution

Christian Pulisic has emerged as one of the standout performers at the start of the 2025-26 season, and a World Cup winner and former Borussia Dortmund teammate has weighed in on his rise.
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/ 163 days ago

Cape Verde secures historic 2026 World Cup qualification: Who are the other debutant nations so far?

Cape Verde secured its ticket to the 2026 World Cup on Monday, joining the list of debutant nations in the competition.
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/ 163 days ago

Will Neymar Jr make a comeback with Brazil? Coach Carlo Ancelotti gives a bold update on his return

Despite being Brazil's all-time leading scorer, Neymar Jr is still absent from the squad. Coach Carlo Ancelotti recently addressed the star's potential return to the national team, breaking his silence on the matter.
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/ 163 days ago

Kylian Mbappé’s honest admission after World Cup loss to Lionel Messi: ‘Argentina deserved to win’

Years after the World Cup defeat against Lionel Messi's Argentina, Kylian Mbappé made an honest admission: "Argentina deserved to win."
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/ 164 days ago

Not Portugal or England: Thomas Tuchel reveals his top four national teams to win the 2026 World Cup

With months left until the 2026 World Cup qualifiers conclude, Thomas Tuchel has named his top four title contenders. Surprisingly, he left out both England, his squad, and Portugal from his list.
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/ 164 days ago

Report: Messi’s Argentina set for two friendlies in the US just days before World Cup 2026 debut

As part of their preparation for the FIFA World Cup 2026, Lionel Messi’s Argentina are reportedly set to play two friendly matches on U.S. soil.
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/ 167 days ago

World Cup could undergo big future shift, hints FIFA president Gianni Infantino

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has spoken about a potential major shift that could impact future editions of the FIFA World Cup.