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/ 40 days ago

Lionel Messi shares World Cup ‘dream remains intact’ message ahead of Argentina March friendlies

After arriving to Argentina to feature in the March friendlies, Lionel Messi shared a message stating that the World Cup "dream remains intact."
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/ 41 days ago

Griezmann becomes 20th World Cup winner in MLS: Messi and Muller among them

The arrival of Antoine Griezmann at Orlando City adds another World Cup winner to MLS, following the path of Lionel Messi and Thomas Muller, among others.
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/ 41 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo calms 2026 World Cup fears with positive four-word injury update as Al-Nassr return date approaches

Ronaldo has broken his silence with a brief but meaningful update, offering a glimpse into his recovery process
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/ 41 days ago

Lionel Messi’s MLS circle grows as another La Liga great and World Cup winner Antoine Griezmann joins Orlando City, but there’s a twist

While the headlines celebrate the blockbuster reunion of La Liga pedigree in MLS, there remains an intriguing layer beneath the surface that adds mystery to the deal.
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/ 41 days ago

Kylian Mbappé defends Real Madrid amid reported knee injury mishandling rumors: ‘There was a lot of speculation’

Although Kylian Mbappé has already returned from injury, the Frenchman may have had his knee at risk as Real Madrid reportedly mishandled his injury. In light of this, the 27-year-old striker decided to deny the information, defending los Blancos.
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/ 41 days ago

Brazil legend Romario backs Neymar for 2026 World Cup, criticizes Carlo Ancelotti over list absence

After being excluded for the March friendlies, Brazil legend Romario backed Neymar's inclusion in the 2026 World Cup squad while also taking a jab to head coach Carlo Ancelotti.
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/ 42 days ago

Report: Neymar ‘practically ruled out’ of Brazil’s 2026 World Cup squad by Carlo Ancelotti

Still struggling with fitness, reports have surfaced claiming that Neymar is "practically ruled out" of Carlo Ancelotti's plans for the 2026 World Cup with the Brazil national team.
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/ 42 days ago

Zinedine Zidane reportedly reaches an agreement to coach France, ruling out a return to Real Madrid

After several years away from the touchline, Zinedine Zidane appears to have defined his professional future. While Real Madrid had been monitoring a potential return, he has reportedly reached an agreement to take charge of France.
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/ 42 days ago

Nicolas Otamendi announces Argentina retirement after 2026 World Cup, leaving Messi as the only 2014 WC squad survivor

With Nicolas Otamendi announcing his retirement from Argentina national team after the 2026 World Cup, Lionel Messi will be left as the only survivor from the 2014 Brazil WC squad.
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/ 43 days ago

Neymar at center of controversy as father criticizes Carlo Ancelotti for Brazil omission from pre-2026 World Cup friendlies

The tension surrounding Neymar’s international future has reached a new level, with the Brazilian star once again omitted from the national team squad under Carlo Ancelotti.
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/ 43 days ago

Argentina’s run of low-quality rivals raises questions ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will find Argentina in the middle of a stretch of matches against lower-level opponents.
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/ 44 days ago

Messi, Ronaldo World Cup record to be challenged by Guillermo Ochoa after Mexico comeback

Guillermo Ochoa has returned to the Mexico national team and is now in contention to match Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo in a FIFA World Cup record.
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/ 44 days ago

Neymar out vs Cruzeiro: Key study shows why Santos’ bold move could shape his 2026 World Cup chances with Carlo Ancelotti watching

Neymar's availability has gained extra significance as Brazil boss Carlo Ancelotti monitors his fitness ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
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/ 44 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo’s Saudi Pro League Golden Boot rival Ivan Toney learns England friendlies fate with 2026 World Cup at stake

Toney’s rise in the Saudi Pro League has been nothing short of remarkable, placing him firmly among the most prolific strikers in world soccer. Yet, despite his extraordinary numbers, uncertainty continues to surround his international future with the England national team.
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/ 44 days ago

England’s Tuchel open to calling up Max Dowman at 16: Who’s the youngest ever to play at a World Cup?

Max Dowman has a chance of playing in the 2026 FIFA World Cup with England, head coach Thomas Tuchel acknowledged.