ALL POSTS TAGGED "World Cup - Page 10"

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/ 71 days ago

Not even Cristiano Ronaldo managed it: Ousmane Dembele makes history with rare feat, joining Lionel Messi, Zinedine Zidane, and Ronaldinho among few

Ousmane Dembele’s latest triumph has elevated him into a club of only ten players in the history of the sport, a distinction so unique that even Cristiano Ronaldo, Johan Cruyff, and Ronaldo Nazario never touched it.
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/ 72 days ago

Ballon d’Or World Cup curse: Why Dembele’s win could be a nightmare for France, and a relief for Spain ahead of 2026

Ousmane Dembele’s Ballon d’Or win could be bad news for France, and at the same time, a boost for Spain heading into the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Julian Finney

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/ 73 days ago

FIFA considering historic rule change for penalty kicks after the 2026 World Cup

Pierluigi Collina has proposed ending follow-up chances on penalties, a change that could take effect after the 2026 World Cup in North America.
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/ 75 days ago

Two decades after Marco Materazzi incident: Zidane may appear at 2026 FIFA World Cup, but not with France

Now, remarkably, the Zidane name could return to the World Cup spotlight in 2026. This time, however, it might not be the legendary playmaker himself, but his son, Luca Zidane, who steps onto soccer’s grandest stage.
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/ 76 days ago

Brazil legend Ronaldo Nazario issues stern 10-word World Cup 2026 warning about Neymar to Carlo Ancelotti

This week, one of the nation’s most legendary figures delivered a 10-word message that has everyone talking, particularly when it comes to Neymar Jr.’s role at the tournament.
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/ 78 days ago

Spain in danger of skipping 2026 FIFA World Cup for bizarre reason? Even Lamine Yamal may be powerless to stop it

The reigning European champions are one of the early favorites to lift the trophy in North America next summer — yet their participation is suddenly shrouded in doubt.
Omar Vega

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/ 79 days ago

World Cup 2026: FIFA president Infantino unveils €300 million plan to support clubs

Gianni Infantino has announced a €300 million plan aimed at compensating clubs during the FIFA World Cup 2026.
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/ 79 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo gets reality check from Portugal icon ahead of 2026 World Cup: ‘He’ll eventually lose’

A legend of Portugal’s national team has shared his thoughts on Cristiano Ronaldo and his chances of making it to the Fifa World Cup 2026.
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/ 80 days ago

Former Lionel Messi teammate at Barcelona and World Cup champion retires at 31

At just 31 years old, a former Lionel Messi teammate at FC Barcelona and World Cup champion took the decision to retire from professional soccer.
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/ 82 days ago

Will Neymar be in Brazil’s 2026 World Cup squad? Carlo Ancelotti responds with stern nine-word warning to Santos star

Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti has delivered a powerful statement that could define Neymar’s international future.
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/ 82 days ago

FIFA’s shock sanction: Two 3-0 forfeits crush nation’s 2026 World Cup dream

FIFA has imposed a decision that has completely reshaped one group in the 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign, costing one nation the chance to reach soccer’s biggest stage.
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/ 83 days ago

World Cup winner with Messi’s Argentina makes raw admission after doping ban: ‘Soccer had died for me’

A teammate of Lionel Messi from Argentina’s 2022 FIFA World Cup-winning squad has opened up about the doping suspension that derailed his career.
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/ 84 days ago

Bellingham, Alexander-Arnold at risk for World Cup 2026? Coach Tuchel shares ‘brave’ take on England’s big names

Thomas Tuchel spoke about his decisions as head coach of England ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 and delivered a message that could be concerning for stars like Jude Bellingham and Trent Alexander-Arnold.
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/ 85 days ago

Kylian Mbappe reveals the last time soccer nearly made him cry, and it wasn’t the 2022 World Cup final

Kylian Mbappe opened up about some of the hardest moments he’s faced in soccer — and pointed to a painful defeat that wasn’t the 2022 World Cup final.
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/ 85 days ago

FIFA World Cup 2026: Full list of the 18 teams qualified after September international window

After a packed September full of qualifiers, 18 teams have officially booked their place at the FIFA World Cup 2026.