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Ex-Sky Blue steers Pompey out of Championship drop zone

Aussie Adrian Segecic is doing his best to get on the plane to the World Cup, and keep Portsmouth in the Championship, with another goal in the draw at Watford.

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The World Cup is out of reach for many. The hope lies outside the stadiums

The opportunity for this tournament’s legacy is in the fan fests, camps and tune-ups accessible to more than the lucky few

The Guardian - US

World Cup boycott not the answer to Trump’s threats, says SNP Westminster leader

Stephen Flynn said there needs to be serious and committed international dialogue with allies.

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How Trump’s Greenland obsession could spark a World Cup boycott

IN FOCUS: Gianni Infantino’s cosying up to the US president has left Fifa in an awkward situation, writes Miguel Delaney, with the real prospect of lasting ramifications for the World Cup this summer

The Independent UK

Trump's Immigration Crackdown Threatens What Makes Sports Great

It’s not just the World Cup and the Olympics—baseball, basketball, and other sports are getting hit too.

Reason

Jesse Marsch Fires Strong Warning to Canada Squad Hopefuls Ahead of 2026 World Cup

Canada opened 2026 with a win over Guatemala, but face challenging roster decisions for the World Cup.

Sports Illustrated

‘He was so strong – I was like “Oh my god!”’ Kleberson recalls his shock at how pumped-up Manchester United’s squad was after joining in 2003

Brazilian World Cup winner Kleberson signed for Manchester United from Athletico Paranaense after winning the World Cup a year earlier

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Only a thrilling final can save a predictable Africa Cup of Nations from being forgotten

Despite high-quality matches, Senegal’s meeting with hosts Morocco may pale with the World Cup looming

The Guardian - UK

How early should you book World Cup travel

FIFA has received over 500 million ticket requests for the World Cup thus far

The Independent UK

$Geopolitical football: Iran? Trump? How the game can stand strong in a fractured world$

Geopolitical football: Iran? Trump? How the game can stand strong in a fractured world

The 2026 World Cup is set to be a polarising event but, even if it will not be the first to be politically contentious, it will expose a growing unease

The Guardian - UK

Aussie in the frame as England RL World Cup coach

Shaun Wane has stepped down as England rugby league coach, with Australian Willie Peters among those being tipped to take his place for the World Cup.

AAP

Australia set for Lahore exams before T20 World Cup

Pakistan is looking forward to three T20 internationals the team will play in Lahore against Australia in the build-up to the World Cup.

AAP

Trump’s latest travel ban leaves fans unable to travel to support their World Cup team

The restrictions include an exception for players, officials and immediate relatives. But no allowance has been made for supporters

The Independent UK

Australian athletes add another medal ahead of Olympics

Ahead of the Winter Olympics Australian athletes continue to wow on the World Cup stage, with Danielle Scott backing up her aerials gold medal with a bronze.

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Socceroo has injury setback, stalwart switches club

Sidelined Socceroo Harry Souttar has had a minor setback while two other defenders are on the move in Europe.

The Guardian - US

US actions in Venezuela put the 2026 World Cup in disgraceful company

In 1934 and 1978, Fifa’s big event was given over to authoritarian aims. There’s officially no more doubt that 2026 will be the same

Sports Illustrated

Five Bold Canada Predictions for 2026: A Historic World Cup and Jesse Marsch’s Future

Canada has lost all six of its World Cup games. Will things be better this summer?

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How much money does the World Cup winner receive?

The FIFA Council has approved an increase in World Cup prize money, so what's at stake for the winners of World Cup 2026?

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The Independent UK

Scotland set for new public holiday in celebration of World Cup return

New bank holiday to mark mens national team playing in the World Cup for the first time since 1998

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‘It’s going to be a hard task for England to win the World Cup – we have a chance like everyone else, but every player has got to be on it, you can’t afford to carry anybody’ Paul Gascoigne assesses England’s World Cup chances

Gazza turned out 57 times for England during his career

Sports Illustrated

Five Bold USMNT Predictions for 2026: A Deep World Cup Run?

The USMNT starts the year looking towards the World Cup, before the future becomes the focus.

Sports Illustrated

Canada FIFA World Cup Roster: Predicting Jesse Marsch’s 26-Player Squad

Canada will hope to make some noise on home soil.

Sports Illustrated

Mexico FIFA World Cup Roster: Predicting Javier Aguirre’s 26-Player Squad

Javier Aguirre should build a well-structured, versatile roster to maximize Mexico’s potential in the 2026 World Cup.

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"Some journalist went 'Obviously you might play now Gerrard’s not around?' It got my back up. So I made sure that whatever I did in that World Cup, I did myself proud" Nicky Butt recalls getting one over on Liverpool star at 2002 Finals

Manchester United midfielder Nicky Butt impressed at the World Cup in 2002 and has spoken up about his motivation

The Independent UK

This is the year where football might finally witness the unthinkable

FOOTBALL IN 2026 : From Manchester City’s charges and Arsenal’s title challenge to Donald Trump’s World Cup and England’s bid for glory, 2026 is unlikely to be just another year, writes Miguel Delaney

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