Despite an expanded 35-player squad being named for England's final training camp before the 2026 World Cup, Trent Alexander-Arnold was conspicuously absent from the selection. The Real Madrid defender swiftly reacted to his non-inclusion on social media, a response that England manager Thomas
France achieved a 2-1 victory over Brazil in a friendly match that notably featured a new element set to be implemented at the upcoming World Cup: "cool breaks," also known as hydration breaks. These new stoppages, according to Didier Deschamps, divide the game into "four quarters," a practice
In the ongoing intercontinental play-offs for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Bolivia secured a significant 2-1 victory over Suriname. This crucial win propels them into the final round, where they are set to confront Iraq next Tuesday. The outcome of this decisive match will determine the fo
Gennaro Gattuso shared his initial thoughts after discovering Italy would face Bosnia and Herzegovina in the World Cup play-off final, emphasizing, "They have many experienced players; Wales presented a very different challenge." Following their 2-0 victory against Northern Ireland, the A
Turkey has taken a significant stride towards securing its spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The national team defeated Romania with a 1-0 victory in a crucial playoff match held on Thursday in Istanbul. This win propels the Turkish squad to the final stage of their qualification campaign.
Welcome to our comprehensive live coverage of the highly anticipated FIFA World Cup play-off match between Italy and Northern Ireland. Stay with us for instant updates, critical moments, goal alerts, and expert commentary as these two formidable nations clash for a coveted spot in the upcoming
With the 2026 FIFA World Cup less than three months away, the French national team is set to face Brazil in a highly anticipated friendly match. This significant encounter will take place in Boston, United States, serving as a crucial test for both sides. All eyes will undoubtedly be on Fre
For the third consecutive year, Italy finds itself in the demanding World Cup playoffs, battling for a chance to qualify for the prestigious tournament. After the significant disappointment of failing to reach the last two editions, Gennaro Gattuso's squad takes on Northern Ireland this Thursda
Pour la troisième fois consécutive, l'Italie se retrouve contrainte de passer par les barrages afin d'espérer décrocher sa qualification pour la Coupe du Monde 2026. Après deux échecs consécutifs lors des éditions précédentes, la Squadra Azzurra, désormais dirigée par Gennaro Gattuso, reçoit l'
Italy faces a pivotal moment in their quest for World Cup qualification, with the play-off semi-final against Northern Ireland scheduled for March 26. A potential final awaits on March 31, away against either Wales or Bosnia and Herzegovina. Both semi-finals will kick off at 20:45 CET. This int
In an astonishing turn of events, Kylian Mbappé reportedly underwent a medical examination on the incorrect knee, unfortunately delaying the start of his injury treatment. Reached by RMC Sport, Dr. Alain Meyer, a prominent orthopedic surgeon, expressed his surprise at such a 'blunder' occurring
Starting this Thursday, all eyes will be on the UEFA zone playoffs and the intercontinental playoffs held in Mexico, as the final berths for the 2026 World Cup are decided. Eighteen national teams are currently vying for the six remaining tickets to the prestigious summer tournament in this cru