Ivory Coast defeats France 2-1 in friendly ahead of the 2026 World Cup, as Manchester United’s Amad Diallo seals win. Published On 4 Jun 20264 Jun 2026 France has brushed aside concerns over their World Cup readiness after suffering a surprise 2-1 defeat by Ivory Coast in a tournament warm-up match, insisting the setback will … Read more
Iran were expected to fly from Turkiye to Arizona to continue World Cup 2026 preparations but will switch to Mexico. Published On 23 May 202623 May 2026 Iran will base their squad in the Mexican border city of Tijuana during this year’s World Cup after football’s world governing body FIFA approved a request to move … Read more
With Iran’s local football league suspended since March, most players in the squad have not been in action for months. Published On 19 May 202619 May 2026 Iran’s head coach Amir Ghalenoei believes his coaching and fitness staff would have their work cut out getting the squad ready for the World Cup at their training … Read more
Brazil’s all-time leading scorer Neymar called up for World Cup 2026 as Carlo Ancelotti turns to forward for first time. Published On 18 May 202618 May 2026 Neymar has made Brazil’s World Cup squad, a selection many local analysts and former footballers deemed unlikely only days ago. The 34-year-old is Brazil’s all-time top goal-scorer with … Read more
Atletico Madrid midfielder Cardoso is the latest name in the growing list of injured players for tournament cohosts USA. Published On 12 May 202612 May 2026 Atletico Madrid’s midfielder Johnny Cardoso will undergo surgery on his right ankle, the La Liga club has confirmed, dealing a significant blow to his hopes of playing at next … Read more
Spain international Dani Carvajal injured his right foot during a training session for Real Madrid last week. Published On 7 May 20267 May 2026 Spain manager Luis de la Fuente says Dani Carvajal could still make his World Cup squad but the right back must prove his fitness and form after suffering a foot injury … Read more
Dutch midfielder suffers suspected ACL injury in his right knee, ending his chances of playing in the FIFA World Cup. Published On 27 Apr 202627 Apr 2026 Tottenham Hotspur and Netherlands midfielder Xavi Simons says his football season has “come to an abrupt end” after suffering a serious knee injury that has ruled him out … Read more
Lamine Yamal pulled up injured when scoring the winning goal for Barcelona in their La Liga win against Celta Vigo. Published On 23 Apr 202623 Apr 2026 The consensus World Cup favourite could be in danger of missing its top attacking option after Spanish forward Lamine Yamal sustained an injury while playing for Barcelona on … Read more
Football’s governing body puts more tickets on sale but has introduced new premium-priced tiers that angered some fans. Published On 22 Apr 202622 Apr 2026 The International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) is putting more World Cup tickets on sale after angering some fans by adding new, more expensive categories. FIFA announced on Tuesday that … Read more
The Portuguese coach takes charge after the sacking of Otto Addo, and will lead the Black Stars at the FIFA World Cup. By Reuters and The Associated Press Published On 14 Apr 202614 Apr 2026 Ghana have appointed Carlos Queiroz as the head coach of their men’s national team, less than two months before the … Read more