Argentina World Cup Defence Challenge highlighted as coach Lionel Scaloni warns retaining the World Cup will be difficult despite strong form
Hervé Renard Saudi Arabia sacked shock exit confirmed as French coach departs months before 2026 World Cup preparations
FIFA World Cup transport costs spark row as New Jersey governor blames FIFA for high fan travel prices to stadiums in the US
Ronaldo Tears Warning emerges as DR Congo minister Didier Bodembo predicts Cristiano Ronaldo will struggle in 2026 World Cup clash
FIFA and CAF have praised DR Congo after their 1-0 win over Jamaica secured qualification for the 2026 World Cup, ending a 52-year wait
DR Congo World Cup qualification backed by Udeze as former Super Eagles defender explains why he supports the Leopards’ 2026 bid
Ronaldo sixth World Cup sees Cristiano Ronaldo prepare for 2026 at 41, joining football’s most enduring World Cup veterans
Tuchel England squad Alexander-Arnold dropped shock as England boss leaves out Trent Alexander-Arnold and others in 35-man World Cup audition list
Iran is negotiating with FIFA to relocate its first-round World Cup matches from the US to Mexico due to security concerns amid Middle East tensions
DR Congo World Cup playoffs face uncertainty as visa delays and FIFA dispute threaten their March 2026 intercontinental match
Miroslav Koubek appointed Czech Republic coach for 2.5 years, aiming for 2026 World Cup qualification