2026 World Cup news and analysis.
Egypt heads to the 2026 World Cup unbeaten in qualifying, driven by Mohamed Salah. Key group stage clash vs Belgium on June 15. Coach Hassan's pragmatic 4-3-3 system and 18-year-old talent Hamza Abdel Karim add intrigue.
USMNT defeated Senegal 3-2 in Charlotte. Christian Pulisic assisted and scored, ending a six-month international goal drought. Sadio Manรฉ scored twice for Senegal. Pochettino's side showed attacking promise but defensive issues remain.
As host nation, USMNT announces 26-man roster under Pochettino, featuring veterans like Pulisic and McKennie, and redemption stories for Robinson, Richards, and Pepi.
Mohamed Salah will captain Egypt at the 2026 World Cup. The 33-year-old Liverpool star leads a 27-man squad including uncapped 18-year-old Hamza Abdelkarim.