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.

Cristiano Ronaldo, at 40, scores twice in Portugal’s 2-2 draw with Hungary to reach another historic milestone — then delivers a powerful 10-word message to the world.

Following the draw against Hungary in the UEFA 2026 World Cup qualifiers, Cristiano Ronaldo delivered an optimistic 11-word message to his Portugal teammates.

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

El Salvador will face Guatemala in a Matchday 4 showdown of the CONCACAF World Cup Qualifiers third round. Fans in the United States can catch all the action live through various TV broadcasts and streaming services.

Cristiano Ronaldo may have left Europe's top leagues, but he remains a powerhouse with Portugal. His brace against Hungary set a new all-time scoring record for World Cup qualifiers, adding yet another milestone to his legendary football career.

Cristiano Ronaldo scored a brace for Portugal to complete the comeback in the UEFA World Cup qualifiers against Hungary, smashing yet another record in soccer history.

On Matchday 4 of Group F in the World Cup qualifiers, Portugal drew 2-2 with Hungary. Cristiano Ronaldo scored a brace.

Portugal and Hungary face off in the World Cup qualifiers, with Cristiano Ronaldo as the main attraction.

Italy will face Israel in a crucial Matchday 8 clash of the UEFA World Cup Qualifiers. Fans in the United States can watch the action live through several TV channels and streaming platforms.

Latvia will face England in a crucial Matchday 8 clash of the UEFA World Cup Qualifiers. Fans in the United States can watch the action live through several TV channels and streaming platforms.

Turkey will face Georgia in a crucial Matchday 4 clash of the UEFA World Cup Qualifiers. Fans in the United States can watch the action live through several TV channels and streaming platforms.

Portugal will face Hungary in a crucial Matchday 4 clash of the UEFA World Cup Qualifiers. Fans in the United States can watch the action live through several TV channels and streaming platforms.

Spain take on Bulgaria in a crucial Matchday 4 clash of the UEFA World Cup Qualifiers. Fans in the United States can watch the action live through several TV channels and streaming platforms.

Lamine Yamal's absence has left fans asking one question: why isn’t Spain’s brightest star taking part?