World Cup Related Content
Former Chelsea boss negotiating to become new boss for a national team
Live Soccer TV · 2 weeks ago
Frank Lampard has been out of a job since May 2023, when the Blues decided to part ways with him after only one win in eleven matches.
Messi reveals what he would have done if Argentina failed to win the 2022 FIFA World Cup
Live Soccer TV · 4 weeks ago
In an unexpected podcast appearance, the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner opened up about his Qatar 2022 success and his inevitable retirement from the beautiful game.
Spain prosecutors want Rubiales jailed for 2.5 years for World Cup kiss
AFP · 4 weeks ago
Spanish prosecutors are seeking two-and-a-half years jail for disgraced ex-football chief Luis Rubiales who is facing trial for kissing Spain midfielder Jenni Hermoso on the lips against her will, court documents showed Wednesday.
Five-goal Australia, Iraq advance in Asia World Cup qualifying
AFP · 4 weeks ago
Australia and Iraq were in rampant goalscoring form on Tuesday as they both cruised into the next stage of Asian qualifying for the 2026 World Cup, while Son Heung-min's South Korea are on the brink of joining them after beating Thailand.
Son scores as South Korea beat Thailand 3-0 in World Cup qualifying
AFP · 4 weeks ago
Son Heung-min scored as South Korea eased to a 3-0 win over Thailand on Tuesday, taking them closer to the next round of World Cup qualification in Asia.
Australia advance in World Cup qualifying after drubbing Lebanon
AFP · 4 weeks ago
Australia cruised into the next stage of Asian qualifying for the 2026 World Cup with a 5-0 drubbing of Lebanon in Canberra on Tuesday.
China skipper makes retirement U-turn with World Cup hopes in balance
AFP · 1 month ago
China captain Zhang Linpeng is in line to play in a crucial World Cup qualifier on Tuesday, days after quitting international football over the "disgrace"
Japan to advance in World Cup qualifying after N. Korea game cancelled
AFP · 1 month ago
Japan look poised to reach the final stage of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup without kicking a ball after FIFA said their match at North Korea will not be rescheduled.
N. Korea v Japan World Cup qualifier off over 'unforeseen circumstances'
AFP · 1 month ago
North Korea's home World Cup qualifier against Japan was called off on Friday, the Asian Football Confederation said, hours after announcing it would be moved to a neutral venue.
North Korea v Japan World Cup qualifier to take place at neutral venue
AFP · 1 month ago
North Korea's home World Cup qualifier against Japan on Tuesday will be held at a neutral venue and not in Pyongyang, the Asian Football Confederation said, four days before the game.
Japan tame 'sorry' North Korea as Son goal in vain in World Cup qualifiers
AFP · 1 month ago
Japan and Australia took big strides towards the next stage of Asian qualifying for the 2026 World Cup but South Korea dropped two points despite leading through Son Heung-min.
North Korea says can't host World Cup qualifier: Japan football chief
AFP · 1 month ago
North Korea told Japan on Thursday that it cannot host next week's World Cup qualifier, Japan's football association chief said, throwing the game into doubt.
Son scores but Thailand hold South Korea in World Cup qualifier
AFP · 1 month ago
Son Heung-min scored but South Korea were held 1-1 at home by Thailand in a World Cup qualifier on Thursday in their first match since the sacking of Jurgen Klinsmann.
Tanaka gives Japan scrappy win over North Korea in World Cup qualifier
AFP · 1 month ago
Ao Tanaka's goal after two minutes gave Japan a nervy 1-0 win over a spirited North Korea in a World Cup qualifier in Tokyo on Thursday.
Australia step closer to 2026 World Cup with Lebanon win
AFP · 1 month ago
Australia's Scottish connection helped them to a 2-0 victory over a determined Lebanon on Thursday to take a step closer to the 2026 World Cup.
'Frustration' to drive Japan in North Korea World Cup qualifiers
AFP · 1 month ago
Japan will be motivated by the "frustration" of their Asian Cup flop when they face North Korea in a World Cup qualifying double-header, coach Hajime Moriyasu said Wednesday.
New coach urges China to 'play with passion' in World Cup qualifiers
AFP · 1 month ago
New China coach Branko Ivankovic said Wednesday that his men must "play with passion"
Japan warns football fans not to go to North Korea for World Cup qualifier
AFP · 1 month ago
Japan has warned football fans not to attempt to travel to "hostile" North Korea for next week's World Cup qualifier in Pyongyang.
Spurs ace Son back on road to World Cup after turbulent Asian Cup
AFP · 1 month ago
Son Heung-min and South Korea must move on from their turbulent Asian Cup when they return to World Cup qualifying Thursday, while Japan face North Korea in a double-header that sees them travel to Pyongyang.
North Korean World Cup player says Japan qualifier more than football
AFP · 1 month ago
An Yong Hak was born and raised in Japan but he will be cheering for his former team North Korea when the two sides clash in a World Cup qualifier in Tokyo on Thursday.
