2026 World Cup news and analysis.
Thomas Tuchel omits Cole Palmer from England's World Cup squad, citing a dramatic decline in form and positional indiscipline.
Thomas Tuchel left out Cole Palmer, Phil Foden, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Harry Maguire, and Luke Shaw from England's 2026 World Cup squad, sparking debate on Morning Footy.
DR Congo's national team must isolate for 21 days in Belgium or be barred from entering the US for the 2026 World Cup, due to an Ebola outbreak.
Thomas Tuchel shocks England by recalling Ivan Toney, leaving out Foden, Palmer, Maguire, and Alexander-Arnold. He reveals he had to 'clear the air' with Toney and questions Foden's best position.
England manager Thomas Tuchel's surprise selection of 35-year-old Jordan Henderson for the 2026 World Cup squad over younger talents like Cole Palmer and Phil Foden has raised questions about prioritizing leadership over form.
England manager Thomas Tuchel expressed surprise at Harry Maguire's public Instagram post declaring himself 'shocked and gutted' after being left out of the 2026 World Cup squad.
Harry Maguire omitted from England's 2026 World Cup squad by Thomas Tuchel. Wayne Rooney calls it 'very unlucky' and a 'shock'.
Phil Foden, PFA Player of the Year two seasons ago, and Cole Palmer were omitted from England's 2026 World Cup squad by Thomas Tuchel, mainly due to Foden's positional uncertainty.
Neymar's calf injury just weeks before the 2026 World Cup has Brazil on edge. Conflicting reports from club Santos and the CBF raise fears of a more serious issue.
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 left out Chelseaโs Palmer and Man Cityโs Foden, prioritizing defensive solidity and physicality over creative freedom in his final 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup.
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.
Thomas Tuchel announces his 26-man England squad for the 2026 World Cup. Ivan Toney is recalled, while Trent Alexander-Arnold, Phil Foden, Cole Palmer, and Harry Maguire are omitted. Djed Spence makes the cut despite a broken jaw.
Cape Verde includes a player under New Zealand police investigation for alleged sexual assault in its 2026 World Cup squad, sparking ethical concerns.
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.
Thomas Tuchel's England World Cup 2026 squad sees Cole Palmer, Phil Foden and Harry Maguire omitted, with Ivan Toney recalled despite limited minutes under the new manager.
Fifa projects ยฃ15bn revenue for 2026 World Cup, fueled by high ticket prices. Host cities struggle to break even, while national associations push for more prize money.
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.
Fikayo Tomori will miss England's 2026 World Cup squad. Thomas Tuchel names final 26 on Friday, with Maguire also absent. Defensive shake-up continues.
FIFA will enforce a ban on the pre-revolutionary Iranian flag (Lion and Sun) at the 2026 World Cup in the US, Canada, and Mexico, repeating the same policy from the 2022 tournament.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup faces dual threats: an Ebola outbreak forcing DR Congo's team to Belgium, and extreme heat endangering a quarter of matches across North America.
Neymar has suffered a minor calf injury while playing for Santos, casting doubt on his fitness for the 2026 World Cup. The 2mm edema is not severe but requires rest.
Iran's national football team traveled to Turkey to apply for U.S. and Canadian visas for the 2026 World Cup, as all group matches are in the U.S. amid political tensions.