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The 2026 FIFA World Cup is an international football tournament scheduled to be jointly hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. It will feature an expanded format with 48 teams, making it the largest World Cup in history. The tournament will showcase top football talent from around the globe and is expected to attract massive worldwide audiences.

2026 FIFA World Cup: Latest News and Updates

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Is this the most depressing set of fixtures ever? Play-off losers to meet in friendlies next week after seeing World Cup dreams dashed

27/03/26 10:17

Next week could see arguably the most depressing set of fixtures in football, with losers of play-offs set to meet after seeing their World Cup dreams dashed. Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland and Wales were among eight European nations to see their hopes of featuring in their summer's tournament come to an end on Thursday in play-off semi-finals. Wales suffered penalty heartbreak against Bosnia and Herzegovina, losing 4-2 in front of their home fans following a 1-1 draw on the night....read

Arsenal star scores World Cup play-off HAT-TRICK as former Chelsea manager edges closer to leading nation to a place in United States competition
26/03/26 23:02
Sweden will host Poland at the Strawberry Arena in Stockholm on Tuesday, with the winner booking a place at this summer's World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
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Wales 1-1 Bosnia and Herzegovina (PENS 2-4): Craig Bellamy's World Cup dream is shattered as hosts miss out on penalties AGAIN after letting ticket to the United States slip through their grasp
26/03/26 22:53
RIATH AL-SAMARRAI AT THE CARDIFF CITY STADIUM: Precisely two years since they lost to Poland by such means in a play-off for Euro 2024, they were edged by the Bosnians here.
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Italy 2-0 Northern Ireland: Sandro Tonali proves he is a man for the big moments as Man United target helps hosts keep World Cup dream alive with play-off victory
26/03/26 21:47
CHRIS WHEELER: Whatever the future holds for Sandro Tonali this summer, he is still in contention for a place at the World Cup.
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The two decades of failure that turned Italy from world champions to laughing stock: Left behind by cricket, rugby and baseball, cultural phenomenon holding back Azzurri's talent factory and the heroes of 2006's grand plan to bring back the glory days
26/03/26 02:00
The most surprising aspect of Italy's decline is that anybody is still surprised by it. Gianluigi Buffon called it hours after they were knocked out of the 2010 World Cup group stage.
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ITV will NOT show split-screen ads during the World Cup: Broadcaster make surprise decision due to little-known rule
25/03/26 17:13
The channel trialled the advertising method during the Six Nations and, though it received backlash from fans, was viewed as a success by bosses at the broadcaster.
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'Disney without Mickey doesn't exist': Inside Brazil's Neymar World Cup sideshow and why there's a clamour to pick fallen idol, his costly poker night, the birthday snub, why Carlo Ancelotti is standing firm and what it means for Matheus Cunha
25/03/26 17:00
Carlo Ancelotti's Brazilian World Cup team is shaping up to be hard-working and functional - hence the ongoing sideshow raging around Neymar's omission.
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Revealed: How Thomas Tuchel brought Ben White back into the England squad - months of talks, the moment that convinced Arsenal defender to return... and will he get a World Cup call-up?
24/03/26 12:17
After more than three years in exile, Ben White is back. The England recall, a first since he walked out on Gareth Southgate's World Cup camp in 2022, is a surprise shot at redemption.
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What's next for 'ridiculous' Nico O'Reilly, Man City's Wembley hero: Pep Guardiola's plans for him, why he's winning England left back race and what he's adding to his game in bid to become 'world-class'
23/03/26 17:00
That Tuchel was present for the Carabao Cup final matters little, O'Reilly's stock already sky high. It's not if he makes it on the plane for the World Cup, but how England squeeze the best out of him.
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Steven Gerrard offers Trent Alexander-Arnold theory after Real Madrid star was brutally snubbed by England boss Thomas Tuchel
21/03/26 12:35
Steven Gerrard admitted that he had been left 'surprised' by Thomas Tuchel's decision not to include Trent Alexander-Arnold in his 35-man England squad for the international break.
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'Not being able to wave goodbye to our fans still hurts me. I'll cherish their love forever': DAVID SILVA reveals the lingering pain of his Man City farewell, his favourite moments in Manchester and how Pep Guardiola unlocked his full potential
21/03/26 02:01
The man who would become Pep Guardiola 's brain in that awe-inspiring, greatest team in Premier League history leant heavily on that intelligence during a tough first day on these shores.
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Cristiano Ronaldo's Last Dance at age of 41 will fuel Portugal's World Cup ambition, says Ricardo Quaresma
20/03/26 21:54
Cristiano Ronaldo's former international team-mate Ricardo Quaresma believes that Portugal will cope with the intense pressure at the World Cup to take their record goalscorer to glory.
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It's a brutal message for the likes of Trent Alexander-Arnold and Luke Shaw when they can't make this extended squad, writes JACK GAUGHAN
20/03/26 19:00
The thinking behind this camp gives England's manager some breathing space, leaving the question marks over some stellar names hanging, and yet Friday morning's roll call felt brutal to a few.
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Jude Bellingham unveils England's World Cup kits alongside Harry Kane and Marcus Rashford after working way back into Thomas Tuchel's plans
20/03/26 18:26
The strip was announced to great fanfare on Friday afternoon, just hours after Thomas Tuchel named his final squad for the last international break before travelling Stateside.
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Revealed: Thomas Tuchel has not spoken to Trent Alexander-Arnold after effectively ending his World Cup dream with brutal selection - hours after break-up from girlfriend was confirmed
20/03/26 15:54
Alexander-Arnold has played just 26 minutes under Tuchel, with his sole appearance under the England boss coming in a 1-0 win over Andorra last June.
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Thomas Tuchel makes huge Harry Maguire call in his penultimate England squad before the World Cup
20/03/26 07:52
Thomas Tuchel has been giving strong consideration to a first call up under him for the Manchester United defender.
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Socceroos coach Tony Popovic's warning shot for ENTITLED young stars defecting to other nations - there will be no free ride under my watch
20/03/26 00:53
Socceroos coach Tony Popovic is adamant international caps need to be earned, rather than handed out.
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JASON DOZZELL: I'm the youngest scorer in the English top flight... but I became a prisoner to that goal. So while I'd let Max Dowman ride the wave, here's my warning to Arsenal's new superstar
19/03/26 12:00
Jason Dozzell has had a beady eye on Max Dowman ever since August, when Arsenal's latest teenage sensation made his Premier League debut still four months short of his 16th birthday.
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Fox recruits soccer icon for World Cup TV role after failing to land David Beckham and Jurgen Klopp
18/03/26 19:43
The 44-year-old, who has built an off-field reputation for being forthright and supremely self-confident, will join the likes of Thierry Henry and host Rebecca Lowe in the Fox Studio.
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Man United Confidential: REVEALED - The plan to keep Bruno Fernandes, a new goalkeeper on club's radar and boost for travelling fans going to Bournemouth
17/03/26 17:15
Manchester United have told Bruno Fernandes that they will do everything to keep him at Old Trafford this summer. But the club only have so much control over their captain's future.
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'If your daughter brought him home, you'd be happy': Newcastle insiders reveal how Lewis Hall became England's best left back, why Thomas Tuchel loves 'the Slough Maldini', overcoming fears Eddie Howe thought he was 's***', and his hidden talent
14/03/26 02:00
CRAIG HOPE: Eddie Howe did not welcome mention of 'The Slough Maldini', but he knew without asking to whom the moniker belonged.
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Sir David Beckham is 'set to earn a staggering £19million for a month's work as he prepares to cash in on World Cup deals'
14/03/26 00:43
Brand Beckham is stronger than ever as Sir David reportedly signs a staggering £19 million ($25million) worth of World Cup deals ahead of the summer tournament in America.
Terrorism expert warns of 'awakening' on Iranian sleeper cells before the World Cup... and reveals stunning measures taken to stop them
13/03/26 18:05
'I've been around a long time,' Goldenberg tells the Daily Mail. 'I'm a seasoned veteran in counter terrorism, and I've been through it all.'
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Football cult hero, 40, on course to feature at a record-breaking SIXTH World Cup after team-mate's worrying injury
12/03/26 18:41
Many fans will recognise him by the long, curly hair, the black headband, and the miraculous performances which once saw him dubbed the 'Mexican Jesus' as far away as Hong Kong .
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President Donald Trump will still 'welcome' Iran at the World Cup, FIFA chief claims - despite ongoing conflict in the Middle East
11/03/26 10:40
Infantino, who awarded Trump the first FIFA Peace Prize in December, has now claimed the US President has reiterated that Iran are still welcome to compete at the tournament.
Iraq begs FIFA for help as Iran war threatens to ruin country's first World Cup visit in 40 years
09/03/26 02:11
Iraq is scheduled to play either Bolivia or Suriname in Monterrey, Mexico on March 31 for one of the last two qualification places for the World Cup in the United States, Mexico and Canada.
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'Fulham can achieve great things - we can push for Europe, I want to be an important part of that': OSCAR BOBB on Marco Silva's persuasive pull, leaving Man City, and his 'random' Pep Guardiola meeting at 15 after FIFA stopped his career for three years
08/03/26 02:00
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY MATT BARLOW: The academy awards will go to Manchester City as the succession of emerging stars continues, but their Oscar has gone to Fulham.
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World Cup insider reveals Trump's plans for ICE during tournament across America
04/03/26 19:34
The threat of ICE raids overshadowed the build up to last month's Super Bowl after secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem vowed ICE would be 'all over' the end-of-season finale.
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Richarlison hits back after 'fake' World Cup statement: Spurs star issues angry response to claims he will refuse to play for Brazil in the US after American attacks
03/03/26 20:36
An account on X posted a screenshot of the Tottenham star which had been edited to include a quote allegedly from the Brazilian.
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Nick Woltemade is a problem Newcastle don't have a solution for. CRAIG HOPE reveals how he reacted to being moved into midfield by Eddie Howe, what it means for his World Cup dream... and the truth about Bayern Munich interest
02/03/26 02:00
Consider Harry Kane rewired as a deep-lying midfielder at Bayern in the coming months. That is what Germany are witnessing with their World Cup No 9, Newcastle's Nick Woltemade.
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'Everton felt perfect. If you win a trophy here you'll go down in history - this fanbase deserves good times': KIERNAN DEWSBURY-HALL on being 'ready' for England, the 'mental block' his team have at new stadium and his guilty pleasure
28/02/26 02:00
Now, three-quarters of the way through a debut season at Everton, Dewsbury-Hall can talk about a career revived and some ambitions of winning a first cap for his country.
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How Harry Maguire turned his Man United career around after Greece scandal, being booed by his OWN fans and losing the captaincy - and why the club want him to sign a new deal, writes CHRIS WHEELER
27/02/26 22:25
CHRIS WHEELER: Two significant dates are marked in the calendar for Harry Maguire next week. Safe to say, he will only be turning up at one of them.
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Mauricio Pochettino breaks his silence on ongoing links to the Tottenham job - with US men's coach offering faint hope to 'emotional' fans amid his preparations for the World Cup
27/02/26 11:53
Despite leaving in 2019 amid a run of disappointing form, the Argentine manager remains a well-loved presence in north London - and in spite of his season-long spell at Chelsea.
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Scotland persuade FIFA to allow their fans to wear sporrans on their kilts to World Cup games - after fears they were too large to meet bag restrictions!
25/02/26 16:29
Tournament rules only permitted certain types of bags into stadiums, and the pouch traditionally worn by Scots at the front of their kilt was deemed too large to meet the strict criteria.
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Zinedine Zidane 'agrees to takeover the French national team' after FIVE years in the wilderness since France legend stepped down as Real Madrid manager
21/02/26 18:58
The 53-year-old is believed to have had his heart set on taking over Les Bleus for some time, but was not able to unseat his former team-mate Didier Deschamps as head coach.
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How Crysencio Summerville became West Ham's saviour: The 'showtime' promise he's living up to, a vision board, World Cup dream and how 'the most delightful, skillful feet' are finally producing - 'he wants to attack the goal every time'
21/02/26 02:00
Those who know Summerville well say he feels he must make up for lost time, not just to show West Ham fans why the club splashed out on him but also with a World Cup coming up this summer.
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Revealed: Who the Socceroos will play in their final warm-up game ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup
18/02/26 23:29
The Socceroos will play their final warm-up game in California ahead of the World Cup - but they can expect a hostile reception from the fans of their opponents.
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Why Socceroos fans could be forced to shell out an astonishing $300,000 for tickets to the FIFA World Cup - after some already paid $99 to Football Australia only to miss out in the ballot
14/02/26 05:41
Many Socceroos fans have been have priced out of tickets to the FIFA World Cup this year, with greedy scalpers asking for an astonishing $322,000 for some games.
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Thomas Tuchel has signalled his dalliance with England isn't fleeting by signing new deal, writes JACK GAUGHAN - and why Man United trio may be part of his World Cup plot
12/02/26 21:50
JACK GAUGHAN IN BRUSSELS: Asked if he had spoken to any suitors, he added: 'Confidential. But I was very committed to the idea after November to stay.'
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Jude Bellingham faces a 'race against time' to return for England's final matches before the World Cup, reveals Thomas Tuchel - as Three Lions are handed tough Nations League draw
12/02/26 19:00
JACK GAUGHAN: The central midfielder suffered the problem during a win over Rayo Vallecano almost a fortnight ago and Real had earmarked the start of next month as a realistic return date.
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England's pre-World Cup opponents revealed as Thomas Tuchel's squad head to Florida before setting up camp at plush Kansas City base
11/02/26 18:00
MIKE KEEGAN: The Three Lions will stage a pre-tournament camp in South Florida before, as previously reported, moving to Kansas City when the action kicks off.
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Crystal Palace weigh up knee surgery for Jean-Philippe Mateta as France striker bids to be fit for World Cup - after £30m deadline day move to AC Milan failed due to medical issues
03/02/26 18:06
Jean-Phillipe Mateta and Crystal Palace are weighing up whether he should undergo surgery in a bid to make the World Cup with France.
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Why Thomas Tuchel will be pleased at Manchester United's revival and its implications for his England World Cup squad, writes CRAIG HOPE
02/02/26 02:00
CRAIG HOPE AT OLD TRAFFORD: Stepping from the shadows are a trio of Englishmen central to the revival - Harry Maguire, Luke Shaw and Kobbie Mainoo.
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Revealed: Jude Bellingham learns severity of his hamstring injury - as Real Madrid confirm how long England star will be out for with just months until the 2026 World Cup begins
01/02/26 21:39
The England and Real Madrid midfielder was forced off in the 10th minute of Sunday's 2-1 La Liga victory Rayo Vallecano after pulling up while chasing a loose ball early on.
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Three Lions find their £197-a-night 'English cottage' for the World Cup - and the silver lining for Man United after woeful Money List dip
01/02/26 16:49
INSIDE SPORT - MIKE KEEGAN: Elite level footballers often attract criticism for a love of the finer things and a perceived detachment from reality.
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Argentina's new super stadium: River Plate unveil plans to increase capacity to 101,000 - in time to host special game at the 2030 World Cup
29/01/26 17:22
Their famous Monumental Stadium - which hosted the 1978 World Cup final in which Argentina beat the Netherlands - was at full capacity for the club's home games last year.
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Jamie Carragher picks his England World Cup squad: Kobbie Mainoo and Jordan Henderson are IN - with an ex-Liverpool star as his wildcard - but there's no room for £112m Arsenal duo or six-time Premier League winner
26/01/26 23:49
Thomas Tuchel will name his squad following the March international break, which will give him his final chance to see his squad before naming his selection for this summer's tournament.
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England to make £15m facility with six pitches and mini stadium in Kansas their base for World Cup - and two major rivals will be close by
23/01/26 18:33
MIKE KEEGAN: England will be on familiar territory in Kansas City as they plot a first World Cup victory since 1966. According to reports in the US, Tuchel's side will be based at the Swope Soccer Village.
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Gianni Infantino's swipe at England fans in Davos was the latest joke that failed to land from FIFA's King of Cringe... his gaffes and pathetic attempts to curry favour with politicians make me ashamed of football, writes OLIVER HOLT
23/01/26 13:00
Infantino likes to put his foot in his mouth so much that one can only assume he enjoys the taste.
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A World Cup cancellation seems utterly unthinkable despite Donald Trump's imperialism - but here is why FIFA should be concerned ahead of this summer's showpiece, writes IAN HERBERT
17/01/26 23:55
IAN HERBERT: Governments decide whether to withdraw their teams from a World Cup, but it would be hard to see anything but a boycott for the Danes in those circumstances.
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'I wouldn't be playing for England if I hadn't joined Nottingham Forest': ELLIOT ANDERSON on going to a new level after leaving Newcastle, the surprise boss who turbocharged his career - and his link to Love Island
15/01/26 17:03
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY IAN LADYMAN: Elliot Anderson always knew he was a good footballer. He couldn't ignore the evidence. He was on the books of Newcastle United from the age of eight.
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New Jersey locals set for eyewatering World Cup windfall as Airbnb listings reach astronomical figures for the final
14/01/26 19:08
MetLife Stadium - the home of the New York Jetsand Giants - will host the final on July 19 and already prices are skyrocketing for homestays near the arena.
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World Cup thrown into chaos as Trump blocks fans of 15 nations from entering the US
14/01/26 16:46
The State Department released an internal memo on Wednesday that directed consular officers to deny visas from 75 different countries ahead of this summer's big tournament.
The start of TikTok's live football takeover? World Cup clips to be shown on social media platform after deal following Donald Trump's ban threat
08/01/26 19:48
The deal will also see world football's governing body give access to select press conferences and training sessions to content creators.
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Revealed: The US city high on England's wishlist as a base for 2026 World Cup - as they await thumbs up from FIFA
08/01/26 19:00
Tomorrow night, the FA will inform FIFA of its preferred travel plans for the tournament, which is being held in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
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Javier Zanetti interview: Why I told Sir Alex Ferguson I could never join him at Man United, how Jose Mourinho built my Inter Milan team into Treble winners, beating England at France '98 and who's going to win this year's World Cup
07/01/26 17:00
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY MATT BARLOW: Zanetti is one of football's gentlemen. He was loyal to Inter for 19 years and 858 senior appearances, politely declining the chance to join United.
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Jarrod Bowen's make-or-break five months for West Ham and England, where his future lies and why the Hammers need their captain to step up in a team sorely lacking leaders
02/01/26 17:00
It's the biggest five months of Jarrod Bowen's career. Five months to keep West Ham in the Premier League, five months to get in England's World Cup squad. Take care of one. and the other may follow.
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Football's 22 best wonderkids who will take the world by storm in 2026, including the next William Saliba wanted by Arsenal and Chelsea, Italy's next great striker and the Finnish star on Manchester City's radar
01/01/26 17:00
Our expert TOM COLLOMOSSE has been scouring the globe for the finest young talents that you haven't yet heard of, but soon will. These are the 22 names you need to know in 2026
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Football legend Roberto Carlos is hospitalised with heart surgery 'complications' in Brazil
31/12/25 11:19
Brazilian football icon Roberto Carlos has been hospitalised in Brazil with a heart problem - and surgery to fix it took over three hours due to 'complications'.
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'We need that crazy guy': The hidden side of Matheus Cunha that has been invaluable for Man United - insiders and players tell NATHAN SALT what Brazilian brings beyond goals and what Ruben Amorim has challenged him to do next
29/12/25 17:00
NATHAN SALT: Team-mates flock to Cunha and academy players who have stepped into first-team training sessions rave privately about him for helping them settle in.
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How your 'Dodgy Fire Stick' will lead the police right to your door: Insiders who know enforcers' tactics reveal the key words in text messages and seized customer database that targets viewers in new crackdown
24/12/25 02:00
In a semi-detached house on the outskirts of London, 'David' can get you access to live football across the world for £50 a year.
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'It would be the ultimate revenge': Gary Lineker is ready to hit back at the BBC - and MIKE KEEGAN can now reveal nightmare scenario for former employers, including taking away their crown jewel and dwarfing his old salary
18/12/25 17:00
Hell hath no fury like a woke man scorned. And industry insiders believe that by showing Gary Lineker the door, the BBC may have opened itself up to a world of pain.
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World Cup's latest outrageous cash grab: Now football fans must fork out £10 just to watch matches on big screens at fan zones in New York
18/12/25 09:45
MIKE KEEGAN: Traditionally fan zones, which tend to be in giant parks in host cities, have allowed supporters free entry and serve as a key part of the tournament's inclusion.
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Revealed: England to reward loyal fans with FIFA's new cheaper World Cup tickets after widespread backlash over extortionate pricing
17/12/25 19:19
England have confirmed that they will reward the team's most loyal supporters with the cut-price 'Supporter Entry Tier' tickets FIFA begrudgingly issued amid backlash over outlandish prices.
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Fans of TWO more nations face missing out on trip to the World Cup after Donald Trump's latest ban
17/12/25 15:22
The two African nations were drawn into Group I and Group E, respectively, but fans from those countries may be excluded from matches held on US soil.
FIFA offer discounted tickets for 2026 World Cup after significant backlash from Socceroos fans
17/12/25 01:16
The cost of tickets for the biggest sporting event on the planet has left millions of fans furious - but FIFA has just offered some a helping hand.
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FIFA back down after HUGE fan backlash over extortionate 2026 World Cup ticket prices
16/12/25 18:31
MIKE KEEGAN: FIFA's initial categorisation meant England fans faced shelling out more than £5,000 should Thomas Tuchel's side reach the final at the tournament.
Revealed: The shockingly low number of tickets England will receive for their World Cup opener against Croatia at 70,122-seat AT&T Stadium in Dallas
16/12/25 09:16
Despite the venue having a listed capacity of 70,122 for the tournament, both England and Croatia have only a small number of designated tickets for their supporters.
Mohamed Salah's truce with Arne Slot: Don't be fooled, this divide is far from over for Liverpool - and suitors from Saudi and the States know it as they prepare £100m moves, insiders reveal to LEWIS STEELE
13/12/25 02:00
Yesterday morning, like every day, Mohamed Salah sat at the edge of his bed, back straight and eyes closed, one of many daily rituals he performs to be one of the best athletes in the world at 33.
The great World Cup ticket rip-off: 'Man of the people' Rio Ferdinand under fire from England fans after he said prices would be 'accessible' - and resurfaced document exposes costs being ramped up TEN TIMES over
12/12/25 11:02
Fans were told that they could buy tickets for $21 (£15.69) but FIFA say the cheapest seats available to England fans for the matches against Ghana and Panama will cost $220 (£164).
From Mallaig and Eriskay to Dulwich, these are Britain's 20 most jaw-dropping places to watch football, with hidden gems and stunning backdrops - by groundhopper who's been to more than 5,000
11/12/25 02:00
Forget 'Doing the 92'. Steve Broughton has visited a staggering 5,630 grounds and travelled almost a million miles, in a hobby that's stretched more than 40 years.
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Revealed: Which World Cup games the BBC and ITV will show next summer as broadcasters CONFIRM match split
10/12/25 13:17
The BBC and ITV have unveiled their live match split for the 2026 World Cup. Both broadcasters will show the final at the MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19.
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Revealed: The astonishing £25,000 cost of following England at the World Cup - with flights, hotels and match tickets for the group stage alone hitting a five-figure bill
10/12/25 10:42
How much would it cost to take the trip of a lifetime and cheer on England at the World Cup? It's a question lots of us have been asking. After all, this could finally be a chance to witness them win.
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FIFA announce there will be three-minute hydration breaks in each half of the 2026 World Cup - even if matches are played in cool conditions
08/12/25 14:12
The upcoming World Cup will feature new elements to past iterations and that includes the introduction of two set hydration breaks per match.
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World Cup match dedicated to Pride will feature two nations where homosexuality is ILLEGAL - with FIFA facing tricky diplomatic saga
08/12/25 09:59
MIKE KEEGAN: A dedicated Pride match at the World Cup will feature two countries in which homosexuality is illegal.
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A late winner! Pubs could open at 2am for Scotland fans to watch World Cup
07/12/25 19:44
Football fans could watch Scotland's return to the World Cup in late-night pubs, the Scottish Government has suggested. Health secretary Neil Gray said ministers would work with
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England kick off World Cup campaign in Dallas before facing lengthy group stage trek.. while Scotland face nightmare trip to Miami for Brazil clash
06/12/25 17:51
England were drawn in a challenging group of Croatia, Panama and Ghana on Friday, but were among the teams left awaiting the match schedule for next summer's tournament.
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Revealed: What England fans will pay for a beer at every World Cup stadium, including the venue CHEAPER than Wetherspoons - and the £10.49 pint!
06/12/25 13:46
The price of a beer at each of the 16 venues at next summer's World Cup in the US, Canada and Mexico has been revealed.
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Socceroos' World Cup opponents confirmed ahead of 2026 tournament - and fans should feel optimistic
05/12/25 22:56
The Socceroos will take on hosts USA, Paraguay and either Turkey, Romania, Slovakia or Kosovo in next year's World Cup group stages after the draw was confirmed on Saturday AEDT.
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England fans fearing a THIRD heartache at the hands of 40-year-old Luka Modric after 2026 World Cup draw
05/12/25 22:06
The fallout of the protracted World Cup draw has continued with some fans fearing the worst from one of England's Group L opponents.
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