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Argentina star ‘Dibu’ Martinez eases 2026 World Cup fears after positive injury update

After missing the last Aston Villa game, Argentina star goalkeeper Emiliano "Dibu" Martinez eased the concern over his participation in the 2026 World Cup with a positive injury update.
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Report: Lozano to miss 2026 World Cup after talks with Mexico coach Aguirre amid MLS controversy

As he remains sidelined by San Diego FC in MLS, Hirving Lozano now appears set to be left out of representing Mexico at the 2026 FIFA World Cup following a conversation with Javier Aguirre.
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Why Son Heung-min faces a crucial test ahead of the 2026 World Cup in LAFC vs Cruz Azul clash

LAFC will face Cruz Azul on Tuesday in the Concacaf Champions Cup, a matchup that could serve as a valuable test for Son Heung-min ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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Good news for Messi: Argentina star Lo Celso returns from three-month injury with eyes on World Cup

Giovani Lo Celso, a key teammate of Lionel Messi with Argentina, is back from a lengthy injury just two months ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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Neymar warned as Carlo Ancelotti reveals one key condition Santos’ captain must meet to earn Brazil recall for 2026 World Cup

In the middle of growing speculation, Ancelotti made his stance unmistakably clear regarding Neymar’s path back into the squad.
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2026 World Cup: Spain handed encouraging injury update on Arsenal star Mikel Merino

Arsenal star Mikel Merino could return from injury earlier than expected, boosting his chances of being available for Spain at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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Jens Petter Hauge on Norway’s World Cup 2026 chances: ‘I think everything is up for grabs for us’

Norway star Jens Petter Hauge discusses his journey from AC Milan to Bodø/Glimt and his confidence heading into the World Cup 2026 as Norway returns to the global stage.
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Argentina on alert as Lautaro Martinez suffers second straight injury two months before 2026 World Cup

Lautaro Martinez suffered another injury, keeping Argentina concerned ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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Neymar’s Brazil World Cup hopes boosted by Ancelotti’s son: ‘He has a chance’

Carlo Ancelotti’s son and assistant with the Brazil national team delivered an encouraging message for Neymar ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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Harry Maguire reportedly rejected move to Messi’s Inter Miami to focus on Manchester United and World Cup

Focused on Manchester United and in the 2026 World Cup, Harry Maguire has reportedly rejected a move to Lionel Messi's Inter Miami.
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‘Messi will be in the World Cup, there’s no doubt,’ says former Argentina assistant after private meeting

Claudio Gugnali, former assistant coach of Argentina, spoke with Lionel Messi and expressed confidence that he will play in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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‘Ronaldo is a star, a very good player, but he’s not a genius like Messi,’ says 1986 World Cup champion Oscar Ruggeri

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo have been at the center of one of the most intense rivalries. While some praise the Portuguese scoring prowess, others praise the Argentine’s all-around capacity. In light of this, 1986 World Cup champion Oscar Ruggeri makes the difference between both stars.
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Lionel Messi faces change of plans for Argentina’s final two friendlies before the 2026 World Cup

In a sudden change of plans, the two rivals of Lionel Messi's Argentina prior to the 2026 World Cup have been reportedly revealed.
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Christian Pulisic’s USMNT teammate Patrick Agyemang speaks from the heart after devastating ACL injury blow ends his 2026 World Cup dream

Christian Pulisic’s international teammate Patrick Agyemang was expected to shape the United States’ attacking identity heading into the 2026 World Cup, yet he is now facing a heartbreaking setback.
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Luis Suarez could face Lamine Yamal’s Spain at 2026 World Cup as he leaves door open for Uruguay return

Luis Suarez could end up facing Lamine Yamal’s Spain after leaving the door open for a return to Uruguay national team ahead of the 2026 World Cup.