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2026 World Cup

With the confirmation of all 48 qualified teams, here’s how the 2026 World Cup could play out.

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The USMNT is undefeated in its last four meetings against Portugal, including two World Cup clashes.

The World Cup will surely have a huge bearing on this year’s Ballon d’Or winner.

Landon Donovan delivered another scathing comparison between the current roster and his generation of internationals.

The most watched tournament in all of sports was first contested almost 100 years ago.

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Poland hasn’t beaten Sweden on home soil since 1930, with Tuesday’s victory qualifying for the World Cup.

A talented Türkiye squad is targeting its first World Cup berth in 24 years.

The Azzurri are aiming to end a 12-year exile from soccer’s grandest stage.

Prague plays host to the World Cup playoff between Czechia and Denmark.

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Standout strikers and flamboyant goalkeepers represent some of Colombia’s greats.

Denmark faces off against Czechia in Prague, aiming to earn a World Cup berth.

Minnows Kosovo separate Türkiye from their first World Cup appearance since 2002.

El Tri faces another formidable European foe as World Cup preparations intensify.

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Liverpool’s record signing hasn’t been seen on the pitch since December.