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The Latest Breaking News from the World Cup

Socceroos to host FIFA pre-World Cup warm-up tournament

The Socceroos will get their last home hit-out before the World Cup finals in a four-team tournament on Australian soil next March.

AAP

USMNT’s Yunus Musah: Who Wouldn't Want to Play at the World Cup?

The 22-year-old midfielder is looking to make an impact and secure his place at the tournament.

Sports Illustrated

When are the 2026 World Cup play-offs? Dates, venues and format

There are still another six places at the World Cup up for grabs

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Manchester United have made offer for Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-Andre Ter Stegen: report

Germany international Marc-Andre ter Stegen is said to be looking at a potential January move to ensure he makes it to the World Cup next summer

FourFourTwo

USMNT 2026 Schedule: Road to the World Cup, Opponents, Dates

The U.S. men’s national team will reportedly play three top 10 FIFA-ranked teams before their group stage begins.

Sports Illustrated

DRC set for showdown against New Caledonia or Jamaica in bid to make World Cup

African playoff winners Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) will take on New Caledonia or Jamaica for the one-off match that could send them to the men's World Cup for the first time in more than 50 years.

Radio France Internationale

How to watch World Cup play-off draw: TV channel, online stream and start time

Here’s how you can watch the World Cup play-off draw unfold

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‘Can’t stop watching the replays’: Scotland fans on World Cup qualification

Five who were at Hampden Park or watching from afar share their reactions to the end of a 28-year wait

The Guardian - UK

Hammer to go with defensive anvil remains elusive for stuttering Socceroos

Unlocking Australia’s attack should be Tony Popovic’s main priority with the World Cup coming into sharp focus and scrutiny on his team increasing

The Guardian - AU

Andy Robertson relieved and honoured to lead Scotland to World Cup

Scotland beat Denmark in dramatic fashion to reach next summer’s tournament.

The Independent UK

Could Northern Ireland play Republic of Ireland in a World Cup 2026 Playoff Final?

Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland will find out their pathway to the World Cup soon, but could it involve a clash between the two?

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Scotland ‘utterly rejoicing’ after securing World Cup qualification – Swinney

The men’s squad will now make their first appearance in the tournament since 1998.

Evening Standard

How the best week of the football year surpassed all expectations

WORLD CUP 2026 : Scenes of celebration and anguish across the globe highlighted how the World Cup retains a special ‘magic’ - even as those emotions are being used by wider forces, writes Miguel Delaney

The Independent UK

Kieran Tierney revels in ‘very special’ night after firing Scotland to the World Cup

Kieran Tierney scored in stoppage time as Scotland beat Denmark on Tuesday night to book their place at next year’s World Cup

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Fans share delight after Scotland reach first men’s World Cup since 1998

Scotland beat Denmark 4-2 at Hampden in Glasgow.

The Guardian - UK

How many teams have qualified for the World Cup with a perfect record?

Plus: chants celebrating old memories, Trevor Wood from Jersey and ‘a Genghis Khan-like thick moustache’

FourFourTwo

Adidas has just massively improved the World Cup match ball with stunning new additions

Adidas is the technical supplier to the World Cup and some of its leading competitors and the Trionda collection is a whole new ball game.

The Guardian - UK

‘They could smell magic’: Steve Clarke delights in Scotland repaying fans’ faith

Steve Clarke said: ‘Right in the last part of the game, the crowd was still with us,’ after Scotland’s dramatic win against Denmark took them to the World Cup

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The Independent UK

Scotland book place at 2026 World Cup after dramatic Hampden Park finale

Scotland 4-2 Denmark: Stoppage-time goals from Kieran Tierney and Kenny McLean helped Scotland qualify for the World Cup for the first time since 1998

The Guardian - UK

Scotland 4-2 Denmark: World Cup 2026 qualifying – as it happened

Scotland qualified for the World Cup after beating Denmark in a wild match full of sensational goals

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Watch Spain vs Turkey: Live streams and TV info as La Roja look to tie up the World Cup 2026 qualification formalities

Only a mammoth shock will suffice for the underdogs in World Cup qualifying – here's how to watch Spain vs Turkey online and on TV today.

The Guardian - UK

Scotland approach one-game World Cup shootout with excitement and focus

Beat Denmark and Scotland’s qualification for the World Cup finals for first time since 1998 is guaranteed. Is it in the stars?

The Independent UK

Why Troy Parrott’s magic moment meant much more than just the World Cup play-offs to Ireland

The plight of Heimer Hallgrimsson’s team after four games meant none of this should have possible for a country which lacks the talent pool of yesteryear

Sports Illustrated

Is Now the Time for Portugal to Part Ways With Cristiano Ronaldo?

The global icon has scored 143 goals for Portugal during his career. But now banned for at least one World Cup match, here is why Roberto Martínez needs to cut ties with his talisman.

The Independent UK

Is Brazil v Tunisia on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch friendly for free

The five-time World Cup winners conclude the year with a friendly against African side Tunisia

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