World Cup 2026 Draw: Date, Time and Qualified Teams
The 2026 World Cup draw on 5 December will set the stage for the historic 48-team tournament. Discover the format, qualified nations, and how to follow the action.
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Scotland Reach First World Cup Since 1998 After Denmark Win
Scotland secure World Cup qualification after 27-year absence with thrilling 4-2 victory over Denmark. Steve Clarke's side now face Pot 3 draw in December. Read more about their historic achievement.
Italy World Cup crisis deepens after Norway humiliation
Italy face missing third consecutive World Cup after 4-1 Norway defeat leaves Gennaro Gattuso fighting for his job amid controversial qualification complaints.
Haaland scores twice as Norway qualify for World Cup
Erling Haaland led Norway to a stunning 4-1 victory over Italy, securing their first World Cup qualification in 28 years after a heated first-half confrontation. Read the full match analysis.
England's 2026 World Cup Draw: Date & Opponents
Discover when and where the 2026 World Cup draw takes place, who England could face, and the full schedule for the Three Lions' campaign in the USA, Canada, and Mexico.
Saudi Arabia Poised to Host 2034 FIFA World Cup
Exclusive: Saudi Arabia emerges as sole bidder for 2034 FIFA World Cup amid growing Middle Eastern football dominance, raising questions about sport's future direction.
USA, Mexico & Costa Rica to host 2031 Women's World Cup
FIFA awards 2031 Women's World Cup hosting rights to USA-Mexico-Costa Rica joint bid, marking a landmark moment for women's football in North America with Jamaica as key partner.
Boston Mayor Wu clashes with Trump over World Cup security
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu faces off against Donald Trump in a heated political showdown over security protocols for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, raising concerns about the politicisation of major sporting events.
Trump threatens to sabotage World Cup over Saudi bid
Exclusive analysis reveals Donald Trump's threat to leverage US power against the 2034 World Cup if Saudi Arabia's bid succeeds, creating a major diplomatic crisis in global football.
England World Cup Predictions: Kane's Golden Boot Hopes
Exclusive predictions for England's World Cup campaign in Qatar - from Harry Kane's golden boot chances to Southgate's tactical approach and potential knockout stage opponents.
Trump eyes Boston for 2026 World Cup matches
Exclusive: Donald Trump reveals ambitious plans to bring FIFA World Cup matches to Boston as part of joint US-Mexico-Canada bid, creating potential partnership with Mayor Michelle Wu's administration.
World Cup 2026 Draw Date Revealed for Historic Tournament
The FIFA World Cup 2026 draw date has been officially announced, setting the stage for the biggest football tournament in history featuring 48 teams across North America.
Cape Verde stun Cameroon to reach World Cup 2026
The tiny island nation of Cape Verde has defied all odds, booking their place at the 2026 World Cup after a dramatic victory over Cameroon, while Eswatini's fairytale run came to an end.
World Cup 2026 Draw Date Confirmed for Vancouver
FIFA announces December 2025 for the highly anticipated 2026 World Cup draw in Vancouver, setting the stage for the expanded 48-team tournament across North America.
Faroe Islands stun Czech Republic in World Cup shock
In one of international football's greatest upsets, the tiny Faroe Islands defeated the Czech Republic 2-1 in a World Cup qualifier that defied all expectations and footballing logic.
Equatorial Guinea footballers strike over unpaid bonuses
Equatorial Guinea's national football team refuses to play crucial World Cup qualifier against Malawi in dramatic protest over unpaid bonuses and poor conditions.
FIFA considers winter World Cups for Middle East hosts
Exclusive: FIFA considers radical shake-up that would see major tournaments like the World Cup shift to winter in Middle Eastern nations, potentially starting with Saudi Arabia's 2034 bid. Football's global schedule faces unprecedented transformation.
England's World Cup hopes dashed by South Africa defeat
England's women face early World Cup exit after dramatic batting collapse sees South Africa secure tense 3-run victory in crucial group stage match.
Bellingham: England never thought we could win World Cup
Real Madrid sensation Jude Bellingham opens up about England's World Cup challenges in Qatar, revealing squad concerns and tournament realities in exclusive interview.
Britain's Guide to Sporting Heartbreak: Lessons for US
As the US grapples with World Cup disappointment, Britain's long history of sporting despair offers valuable lessons in resilience, perspective, and finding joy beyond victory.
Trump bids for 2026 World Cup tickets amid legal cases
Donald Trump makes unprecedented move to secure premium 2026 World Cup tickets amid ongoing criminal cases, raising questions about FIFA's allocation process and political influence in football.
USA World Cup Dream 'Dead' After Shocking Defeat
The United States' hopes for the 2026 World Cup have been dealt a severe blow after a devastating loss to Panama. Outrage and disbelief ripple through the American football community as pundit Charlie Kirk labels the situation 'dead'.
Serbia stun England in dramatic World Cup qualifier
Gareth Southgate's England suffer a catastrophic 2-1 defeat to Serbia in Belgrade, throwing their automatic qualification for the 2026 World Cup into serious jeopardy after a disastrous second-half collapse.
World Cup Shock: Belarus stun Scotland in qualifier
Scotland's 2026 World Cup qualification hopes suffer a devastating blow after a shocking 1-0 defeat to Belarus in Minsk. Read the full match report and analysis.
Serbia Threaten to Report England to FIFA Over World Cup Prep
EXCLUSIVE: The Serbian FA has fired a major warning to Gareth Southgate's England, threatening to report the Three Lions to FIFA over World Cup preparations.
USA stun England in Rugby World Cup semi-final shock
The USA pulled off a monumental 20-18 upset against tournament favourites England, advancing to the 2025 Rugby World Cup final and ending the Red Roses' dominant 41-match winning streak in a historic semi-final clash.
England's World Cup Squad Crisis: Data Reveals Tuchel's Dilemma
Exclusive analysis reveals which England stars are facing a crucial nine-month trial under Thomas Tuchel's watchful eye as World Cup preparations intensify.
Rugby World Cup Shock: Samoa Stuns USA in Historic Win
Samoa's women's rugby team delivers a monumental shock at the 2025 Rugby World Cup, defeating the heavily favoured USA Eagles in a tense and physical Pool C clash.
PAK vs AFG LIVE: World Cup Survival Battle Underway
Live coverage from the T20 World Cup as fierce rivals Pakistan and Afghanistan face off in a must-win match for both teams' Super 8s qualification hopes. Get over-by-over updates and analysis.
Zimbabwe stun Sri Lanka in T20 World Cup opener
Zimbabwe pull off a stunning upset against Sri Lanka in a rain-affected T20 World Cup thriller. Get the full match report, key player stats, and what this means for Group B.
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