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The Latest Breaking News from the World Cup

World Cup 2026 AFC qualifiers: Teams, groups, format, schedule, favourites

When do the AFC qualifiers take place for the World Cup? How many countries are playing? Al Jazeera answers.

Al Jazeera

'New Jersey hosting a Premier League game? I would absolutely love that!' US Governor Phil Murphy wants a game that counts to come to America

In less than two years’ the World Cup final will kick off in New Jersey and Governor Phil Murphy believes the tournament will be gasoline on a soccer fire that is already burning across the country

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Peru's Former Soccer Boss Acquitted Of Two Murder Charges

Peru's national football team thrived under Oviedo's stewardship, which began in January 2015, qualifying three years later for the World Cup for the first time in 36 years.

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Emiliano Martinez signs new long-term Aston Villa deal

The World Cup winning Argentina keeper’s contract extension runs until 2029.

The Independent UK

The best international managers ever

Counting down the greatest coaches ever to do it with their country (and, in some cases, others)

FourFourTwo

World Champions Spain, New-look USA Top Olympic Women's Football Billing

A rejuvenated United States team under new coach Emma Hayes are targeting a record-extending fifth women's football gold medal at the Paris Olympics but face stiff competition, not least in the shape of World Cup holders Spain and their all-star line-up.

International Business Times

Men’s Olympic soccer remains stuck in the game’s second tier

The advent of the World Cup has turned the competition into a development vehicle

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World Cup 2.0: Why women’s Olympic football is a must-watch at Paris 2024

With top teams and star players, the women’s Olympic football competition will be like a mini World Cup for fans.

Al Jazeera

‘We’d probably win the World Cup’: Independent readers call for Jurgen Klopp to replace Gareth Southgate

Many said the former Liverpool manager was the ‘obvious choice’ to take England’s men forward after their crushing Euro 2024 defeat

The Independent UK

Next gen Boomers capable of new Games mark: Goorjian

Encouraging displays against Serbia and the US have given coach Brian Goorjian cause for optimism as the new-look Boomers chase Olympic medal glory in Paris.

AAP

Gareth Southgate made England relevant again – but it was time to go

The national team were in a dark place but he made them unrecognisably successful during his eight years in charge

The Guardian - UK

Adam Idah told Celtic transfer is best for his career - and the Republic of Ireland

Adam Idah has been told he can improve as a player and increase the Republic of Ireland’s chances of getting to the World Cup if he rejoins Celtic.

The National (Scotland)

Miami isn’t just Lionel Messi’s new home, it’s Argentinian football’s

As the national team chases Copa América glory on US soil, the AFA has established a permanent home in south Florida

The Guardian - US

France labour and wait for second phase at Euro 2024 as Germany and Spain shine

What is it with the captains of French national teams and their faces? Rugby darling Antoine Dupont had his angular visage smashed up during the World Cup last year but defied the medical predictions about his fractured cheekbone to come back valiantly and lead his muscular troops to an agonising…

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The Independent UK

Chinese soccer fans are pouring money into a food stall run by Singapore's goalkeeper. Here's why

Chinese soccer fans have poured their love — and money — into a Singaporean goalkeeper’s food stall after his performance in a game this week indirectly helped China advance to the third qualifying round for the World Cup in 2026

France 24

Germany aim to regain past lustre under new coach Julian Nagelsmann for Euro 2024

Having fallen into a slump since winning the World Cup in 2014, Germany’s national team, the Mannschaft, has rediscovered its dynamism and ambition since Julian Nagelsmann was appointed head coach in September. Hosts Germany are among the favourites to win Euro 2024, with fans nostalgic for the upbeat mood when…

The Independent UK

From Jesse to Jude: Tracing the four stages of Gareth Southgate’s England evolution

Over eight years of highs and lows, Gareth Southgate has evolved England from a reactive side trying to contain their opponents to a front-foot team who can compete with the best nations

The Guardian - UK

The highlights and lowlights of the 2023-24 rugby union season

The World Cup in France delivered several classic knockout ties and there were a few unexpected stories off the pitch

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The Independent UK

Tom Curry named in England’s summer tour squad despite limited game time

The 25-year-old has played just 34 minutes since the World Cup.

Evening Standard

How to watch Benin vs Nigeria FOR FREE: TV channel and live stream for World Cup qualifier today

The Super Eagles need to find some form if they are to be at the World Cup in 2026

Evening Standard

Tottenham's Cristian Romero responds to Kylian Mbappe's World Cup claim

Pair clashed during 2022 World Cup final

Evening Standard

Liam Livingstone reveals excitement ahead of T20 World Cup after two-year battle with knee injury

Livingstone likely did enough with the ball against Pakistan to earn his place in the World Cup side

The Independent UK

Cardiff wash-out dents the World Cup preparations of England and Pakistan

The weather held sway for the second time, with one game remaining in the four-match series.

FourFourTwo

Top scorers in World Cup history

From 1930 to 2022, a look at the top goalscorers in World Cup history...

AAP

Aussie rowers bag four World Cup silver medals

Building towards the Paris Olympics, Australia's rowing team have claimed four silver medals at the World Cup, but the highly fancied men's eight missed out.

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