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Neymar’s heartbreaking reaction to missing out on Brazil’s pre-2026 FIFA World Cup friendlies call-up emerges: ‘Hey Carlo Ancelotti, what about me?’

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Brazil’s preparations for the 2026 World Cup have been marked by both excitement and unexpected drama, as star forward Neymar confronted the harsh reality of missing out on the national team squad.

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Ex-FIFA official accuses Newcastle star of cheating after what he saw vs Barcelona tonight

Newcastle United star Anthony Elanga did not deserve to win a penalty and should have been given a yellow card after going down in the...

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Ahead of the FIFA World Cup, pickup soccer games in Mexico's streets are all the rage

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A group of Mexicans founded "Reta Mexa" on social media, inviting soccer fans to play impromptu matches on different streets in Mexico City.

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Ghanaian music set to feature heavily at 2026 World Cup after FIFA green light

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The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has announced that Ghanaian music will be a central feature of the Black Stars’ matchday experience during the 2026 FIFA World Cup in a move to amplify Ghana’s cultural presence on the global stage…

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Lionel Messi joined by two newcomers in Argentina squad for March FIFA break

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Argentina have announced their roster for the March international break, with Lionel Messi included.

Cristiano Ronaldo selection mystery deepens as Roberto Martinez delivers cryptic update ahead of Portugal’s USMNT and Mexico pre-2026 FIFA World Cup friendlies

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Portugal’s preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have taken an intriguing turn, as head coach Roberto Martinez addressed growing speculation surrounding the availability of Cristiano Ronaldo for the upcoming international friendlies.

Fifa to hold Middle East crisis meeting amid Iran World Cup uncertainty

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American and Israeli airstrikes on Iran have placed their participation in the tournament in doubt

Fifa to hold Middle East crisis meeting amid Iran World Cup uncertainty

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American and Israeli airstrikes on Iran have placed their participation in the tournament in doubt

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Christian Pulisic receives timely Milan contract extension update amid struggles in 2026 ahead of crucial home FIFA World Cup with USMNT

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The road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup is beginning to shape careers and decisions long before a ball is kicked, and few players embody that tension more than Christian Pulisic.

FIFA Agrees YouTube Deal For Live Coverage Of 2026 World Cup

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FIFA has struck what it calls a “game-changing” agreement with YouTube, opening the door for live match content from the FIFA World Cup 2026 to appear on the platform for…

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Zlatan Ibrahimovic will be a part of 2026 FIFA World Cup, but not as a player

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Zlatan Ibrahimovic will be part of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after all, not on the pitch, but in the studio as part of Fox Sports’ broadcast team in the United States. The move gives the tournament one of football’s biggest personalities in…

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YouTube, FIFA sign deal, some matches to be streamed live on platform

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YouTube and FIFA have signed a “preferred platform” agreement for the 2026 World Cup, designed to bring more live action and exclusive footage to fans worldwide. According to a press release on Tuesday, March 17, YouTube said under the…

FIFA World rankings: How the top 10 national teams rank ahead of 2026 World Cup

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The latest FIFA World rankings have been released and are now being updated in real time so you can keep track of the world’s best national teams ahead of the 2026 World Cup. There are some interesting recent moves in FIFA’s ranking via…

BBC and ITV forced into huge change by FIFA over World Cup 2026 coverage

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FIFA have confirmed a new broadcast deal for World Cup 2026

Iran Continues Talks With FIFA After Donald Trump’s USA Warning

Just three months before the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Iran’s fate seems uncertain! The team is navigating both internal unrest and international tensions. But with the tournament set to be hosted across the United States, Mexico, and Canada,…

Iran Wants To Move Its World Cup Matches From US To Mexico. FIFA Is Sticking To Its Schedule

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By GRAHAM DUNBAR and JOHN PYE AP Sports Writers GENEVA (AP) — The public wrangling between Iran, FIFA and U.S. President Donald Trump over the narrative of playing in the World Cup shifted on Tuesday to Mexico where President Claudia…

Report – Inter Milan Superstar At Risk Of Missing Crucial FIFA World Cup Qualifying Playoffs For Italy

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Italy boss Gennaro Gattuso may be unable to call upon Inter Milan star Alessandro Bastoni for the upcoming FIFA World Cup qualifying playoffs.According to Tuttosport via FCInterNews, the 26-year-old��...

YouTube Scores! Preferred Platform For FIFA World Cup 2026

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YouTube has signed on as a Preferred Platform for the FIFA World Cup 2026 to share tournament content with fans around the globe.

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Football fans furious over first song of 2026 FIFA World Cup album

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Football fans have reacted furiously after FIFA released the first official song for the 2026 World Cup, with Jelly Roll’s ‘Lighter’ failing to land. The track was unveiled as part of FIFA’s early build-up to the tournament.

2026 World Cup: Why FIFA threw out Nigeria’s petition against DR Congo

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Nigeria lost the decisive 2026 World Cup African play-off match 4-3 on penalties in Rabat, Morocco, after a 1-1 draw following extra time on November 16, 2025.