Thomas Tuchel says Harry Kane is in 'top shape' and 'ready to go' for the 2026 World Cup. The England head coach praised Kane's leanness and high pressing, a contrast to past tournaments where fitness was a concern.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup, with 48 teams, is set to break long-standing records including most titles, appearances, and goals. Brazil leads with five titles, while Messi, Ronaldo, and Ochoa aim for a sixth tournament. Klose's 16-goal record is under threat.

Manchester City dominates World Cup 2026 with a record 19 players from 12 nations. The Premier League also shows strong global influence, while veteran stars seek final glory.

Scotland coach Steve Clarke has called up 19-year-old Manchester United midfielder Tyler Fletcher as a last-minute injury replacement for the 2026 World Cup, after Billy Gilmour suffered a knee injury. Fletcher, with less than 20 minutes of Premier League play this season, leapfrogged more experienced standby players.

Uncapped at World Cup level, Sunderland's Nilson Angulo joins Ecuador's 2026 squad featuring stars Caicedo, Hincapie and Valencia.

Guillermo Ochoa joins Messi and Ronaldo as first players selected for six World Cups. Mexico coach Aguirre overhauls squad after Qatar failure, blending experience with youth for co-hosted 2026 tournament.

Curaçao, with just 156,000 residents, becomes the smallest nation ever to qualify for the World Cup. They face Germany in the group stage, and 78-year-old coach Dick Advocaat will make history as the oldest coach in the tournament.

Julian Nagelsmann names 26-man squad for 2026 World Cup, recalling 40-year-old Manuel Neuer as first-choice goalkeeper, sparking debate.

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

Manuel Neuer, 40, reverses international retirement to join Germany's 2026 World Cup squad as No.1, reshaping the goalkeeping hierarchy.

Julian Nagelsmann reverses plan, picks 40-year-old Neuer over Baumann for 2026 World Cup, sparking debate on age and legacy.

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

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.

At 40, Manuel Neuer has reversed his international retirement and been named Germany's undisputed number one for the 2026 World Cup by manager Julian Nagelsmann.