Harry Maguire omitted from England's 2026 World Cup squad by Thomas Tuchel. Wayne Rooney calls it 'very unlucky' and a 'shock'.

Cape Verde, Curaçao, Jordan, and Uzbekistan will debut at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The expanded 48-team format opens doors for these nations.

England's 26-man squad announcement sparks debate over Tuchel's starting XI. The choice between back three or back four and the untouchable core of Saka, Bellingham, and Kane dominate discussions.

South Africa's head coach Hugo Broos names a 32-man provisional squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Ronwen Williams is appointed captain. The final squad will be 26 players.

Chris Richards' World Cup participation is uncertain after an ankle injury. Conflicting reports from Crystal Palace and the player's camp create confusion for coach Pochettino.

As the 2026 FIFA World Cup prepares to kick off across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, an unexpected shadow has fallen over the tournament: an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). While global

Thomas Tuchel's 26-man England squad for the 2026 World Cup leaves out big names including Cole Palmer and Harry Maguire. Harry Kane will captain the side as they face Croatia, Ghana, and Panama in Group L.

Tottenham star Pape Matar Sarr, 23, has been included in Senegal's initial World Cup squad for the 2026 tournament. The midfielder, a key player for Spurs, will bring Premier League quality to the Lions of Teranga.

UK police send only 3 officers for 10,000 England fans at 2026 World Cup, down from 40 at Euro 2024, due to US funding refusal.

Cape Verde, Curacao, Jordan, and Uzbekistan qualify for 2026 FIFA World Cup, marking their debuts in the expanded 48-team tournament.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani announces a deal with FIFA President Infantino to offer 1,000 heavily discounted World Cup tickets to New Yorkers via lottery, challenging high costs.

Julian Nagelsmann recalls legendary goalkeeper Manuel Neuer for 2026 World Cup despite 2024 retirement. The 40-year-old Bayern icon returns to lead Germany's title challenge.

For the first time in 20 years, the Czech Republic will play in a World Cup. The preliminary squad for 2026 includes star striker Patrik Schick. The team open against South Korea on June 12 in Guadalajara.

Egypt announces 27-man provisional squad for 2026 World Cup, led by Mohamed Salah. Notable inclusions: Omar Marmoush and 18-year-old Hamza Abdelkarim. Mostafa Mohamed omitted due to poor form.

Crystal Palace defender Chris Richards is out of World Cup 2026 after tearing two ankle ligaments, compounding the USMNT's injury crisis ahead of the roster reveal.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup introduces 48 teams for the first time. Squads of 26 players must be finalized by June 1. Provisional lists of up to 55 players were due May 11.