The U.S. Men's National Team officially announced its 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup, blending veterans like Pulisic with fresh talent. The roster, leaked days earlier, signals a focus on current form over reputation, sparking debate over inclusions and exclusions.

The 2026 World Cup, hosted by the US, Canada, and Mexico, features an expanded 48-team format. Provisional squad lists of 35-55 players were due by May 11, with final 26-player rosters to be submitted by June 1. Early announcements are already surfacing.

Morocco names injured PSG star Achraf Hakimi in its 2026 World Cup squad. Manager Regragui takes a calculated risk on his captain's fitness for the tournament.

Mexico trimmed six players from their preliminary 2026 World Cup squad immediately after a 2-0 friendly win over Ghana, signaling coach Javier Aguirre's focus on form and fitness over reputation.

Gio Reyna makes the 2026 World Cup squad, but Diego Luna is cut. Pochettino's decision fuels debate over form vs. talent.

Thomas Tuchel's first England squad announcement for the 2026 World Cup sent a clear message: discipline, intensity, and commitment are key. His firm tone and past criticism of Jude Bellingham underline a new era.

With the 2026 World Cup squad announcement on June 1, coach Tony Popovic faces tough choices. The Guardian analysis breaks down locks, likelies, and long shots, with Nestory Irankunda a certainty.

With the 2026 World Cup kickoff on June 11, 48 nations finalize 26-man squads by June 1 deadline. England, Brazil, Germany among those submitting lists. Expanded tournament adds pressure.

Thomas Tuchel’s first England World Cup squad omits Cole Palmer, Phil Foden, and Harry Maguire, recalling Ivan Toney and emphasizing team cohesion over individual talent.

England have named their 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup in USA, Mexico and Canada. Jude Bellingham, Harry Kane and John Stones lead the group, with England in Group L against Croatia, Ghana and Panama.

England boss Thomas Tuchel shocks by omitting stars Maguire, Palmer, Foden, Alexander-Arnold from his 2026 World Cup squad, opting for 'specialists' to build a 'brotherhood'.

Tuchel announces England World Cup squad with shock call-up for Ivan Toney and drops Alexander-Arnold for Spence.

Thomas Tuchel names 26-man England squad for 2026 World Cup, omitting Phil Foden, Cole Palmer, Trent Alexander-Arnold, and Harry Maguire.

Thomas Tuchel names 26-man England squad for 2026 World Cup, recalling Ivan Toney while omitting Cole Palmer, Phil Foden, and Trent Alexander-Arnold. The ruthless selection prioritizes system fit over reputation.

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.

England’s 2026 World Cup squad, named by Thomas Tuchel, sparks fierce debate. With high-profile omissions and a new tactical system, can the Three Lions finally end their 60-year trophy drought? Vote in The Independent’s poll.

England set to name their 26-player World Cup squad. Portugal and Brazil have already revealed their lists, with Cristiano Ronaldo set for a record sixth World Cup appearance.

Managers submit 26-man rosters by June 1. Italy's Tonali (Achilles), Germany's Musiala (fitness gamble), England's Saka (hamstring) and Argentina's Dybala (ACL) are among star absentees.

Norway returns to the World Cup for the first time since 1998. Manager Ståle Solbakken names a 26-man squad featuring Erling Haaland, Martin Ødegaard, and Alexander Sørloth. Drawn into Group I with France, Senegal, and Iraq.

Brazil's squad under Ancelotti includes 17-year-old Estevao Willian, wearing Pele's No. 10, while Neymar is omitted. France and other nations finalize 26-player rosters by June 1.

Players await World Cup squad selection with hope and dread; Micah Richards and Martin Keown recall the pain of omission, while Theo Walcott experienced the shock of a call-up.

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.

Thomas Tuchel faces agonizing decisions ahead of England's 2026 World Cup squad announcement, with injuries, form, and tactical balance creating uncertainty, especially in defence.