A World Cup-winning Argentina teammate of Lionel Messi once failed a trial at Barcelona: “He was very bad.”

The English striker, now leading the scoring charts in the Saudi Pro League after outscoring Cristiano Ronaldo, has forced himself back into conversations surrounding England’s attacking future.

l dream and the national team prepares for a new era under a high-profile coach. At club level, Neymar’s return has been met with excitement, curiosity, and cautious optimism, while the countdown to the 2026 World Cup continues to shape every decision in his recovery journey.

With the 2026 FIFA World Cup fast approaching, Lionel Messi could see the return of an Argentine star who retired from international soccer years ago.

Although Neymar Jr. has remained away from Brazil call-ups, the veteran continues to hold a clear hope of returning for the 2026 World Cup. Carlo Ancelotti is reportedly open to a possible comeback from the 24-year-old, setting a clear condition for it.

A few months from the 2026 World Cup, Lionel Messi's Argentina is one of the favorite national teams to win the title, with several players still in top form. Even a Premier League team is targeting a mainstay of Lionel Scaloni's team after the anticipated tournament.

Brazil star Vinicius Junior addressed who he sees as the favorites for the 2026 World Cup, naming Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal and Lionel Messi's Argentina among the contenders.

With the 2026 World Cup on the horizon, Portugal head coach Roberto Martinez made a bold claim over Cristiano Ronaldo's retirement timeline.

With Mike Maignan’s renewal already secured, attention has shifted to a new wave of contract negotiations that could shape the Rossoneri’s identity well into the next decade.

With the French national team heading toward another global tournament as one of the leading favorites, speculation is already building around how the attacking unit will look and who will be entrusted with carrying Les Bleus’ ambitions in North America.

Expected to make his return to the pitch with Santos next Sunday, Neymar received a concerning warning: "It doesn’t matter if we leave him out of the World Cup."

Lionel Messi's hopes in the 2026 World Cup have been put in doubt as head coach Lionel Scaloni is reportedly concerned over several Argentina players.

Behind the scenes, negotiations have stalled, rumors have multiplied, and clarity has been slow to arrive. Yet, a crucial decision has now emerged, and it could shape his trajectory for years to come.

Mexico’s national team is finalizing its preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Jerome Opoku discusses his unconventional path from London to Istanbul, overcoming a season-ending injury at 17, and his pride in representing Ghana ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.