FIFA sanctions Mexico with partial stadium closure for friendly vs. Ghana due to repeated discriminatory chants. This is a warning for the 2026 World Cup, where stricter protocols could lead to match stoppages or forfeits.

Countries have begun naming their 26-man squads for the 48-team World Cup 2026 in the USA, Canada and Mexico this summer, starting June 11.

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

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.

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.

Algeria will base its World Cup team at the University of Kansas' Rock Chalk Park in Lawrence, choosing elite facilities and a controlled environment near Kansas City.

Goleta, California, prepares to host Team Austria for the 2026 World Cup with public practices at Harder Stadium, banners, and community events. The city aims to include all youth players.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup expands to 48 teams across US, Mexico, Canada. 104 matches from June 11 to July 19. Free streaming of key matches. Latest details from Yahoo Sports and FOX Sports.

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.

Thomas Tuchel announces his 26-man England World Cup 2026 squad, controversially dropping Phil Foden, Cole Palmer, and Trent Alexander-Arnold while prioritizing collective function.

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.

Argentina will announce its preliminary 2026 World Cup roster between May 28-29, just before FIFA's June 2 deadline, to assess Lionel Messi's fitness and other injury concerns.

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.

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 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.

Thomas Tuchel adds four extra players to England's squad for friendlies against New Zealand and Costa Rica, citing Champions League final disruption.

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.

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'.

Thomas Tuchel held 'clear the air' talks with Ivan Toney before recalling him to England's 2026 World Cup squad, prioritizing specialists and a 'brotherhood' over stars like Palmer and Foden.

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.