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Switzerland's Brael Embolo awaiting clearance to travel to US after submitting visa
Reuters · 5 days ago
Switzerland forward Breel Embolo is still awaiting clearance to travel to the United States after attending an appointment at the U.S. Embassy in Bern on Wednesday to submit a visa application, the Swiss football federation said.
Flashscore sources say Tottenham's Luka Vuskovic wants to join Barcelona or Real Madrid
Svend Bertil Fra · 5 days ago
According to Flashscore sources, Croatian international Luka Vuskovic, who has enjoyed a superb season for Hamburger SV on loan from Tottenham Hotspur, does not want to return to the Premier League club after the World Cup but wants to join Barcelona or Real Madrid.
Five questions Bafana Bafana want answered against Jamaica in Friday’s friendly
Nick Said · 5 days ago
South Africa take on Jamaica on Friday in a final warm-up fixture ahead of their 2026 World Cup opener against co-hosts Mexico on June 11, and there are some key questions still to be answered.
Onana happy to play at the back as Belgium experiment in Croatia win
Reuters · 6 days ago
Belgium midfielder Amadou Onana says he is happy to drop back into defence if needed at the World Cup after a successful experiment with a change of tactical formation in Tuesday’s away victory over Croatia.
Danish champions AGF to face bitter rivals Brondby at home in the first game of new season
Svend Bertil Fra · 6 days ago
Danish Champions AGF will face Brondby at home in the first game of the new season which start on 24 July.
Former international Snodgrass feels for Scotland fans facing 'crazy' World Cup prices
Zack Oaten / Tri · 6 days ago
Former Scotland star Robert Snodgrass has opened up on his country's World Cup hopes ahead of this summer's tournament.
Napoli confirm signing of Rasmus Hojlund from Manchester United after successful loan
Reuters · 6 days ago
Napoli have signed Denmark striker Rasmus Hojlund from Manchester United on a permanent deal for a 50 million euros ($58.08 million) fee after a successful loan spell, both clubs announced on Wednesday.
Iran to play World Cup warm-up in Egypt behind closed doors before heading to Mexico
Reuters · 6 days ago
Iran will play their final World Cup warm-up behind closed doors in Turkey on Thursday before departing for their tournament base in Mexico on Saturday, the Iranian FA (FFIRI) said on Wednesday.
Flashscore sources: West Ham attempt to stand strong as Man Utd consider Mateus Fernandes bid
Dean Jones · 6 days ago
West Ham United are planning to resist early approaches for Mateus Fernandes as interest in the Portuguese midfielder continues to intensify.
DR Congo hope to go ahead with friendlies despite Ebola cancellation
Reuters · 6 days ago
The Democratic Republic of Congo is hoping to go ahead with a World Cup warm-up match against Chile in Spain next week despite local authorities prohibiting the match due to the African nation's Ebola outbreak.
Belgium head coach Rudi Garcia urges caution despite impressive win over Croatia
Reuters · 6 days ago
Belgium are seeking to temper any expectations after an impressive away victory in Croatia on Tuesday, where a goal from Romelu Lukaku came as a major boost ahead of the World Cup.
'No Scotland, no party': Tartan Army return to the World Cup after 28-year absence
AFP · 6 days ago
"No Scotland, no party" is a popular refrain of the Tartan Army and for the first time in 28 years the World Cup will be treated to the Scottish fans' vibrant blend of noise, colour and passion.
Edouard Mendy urges Senegal to prove potential in France World Cup opener
Dennis Mabuka · 6 days ago
Senegal goalkeeper Edouard Mendy has challenged his teammates to show what they are capable of when they kick off their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign against France on June 16th at MetLife Stadium, New Jersey.
'We aren't the big favourites': Casemiro relishing Brazil's role as World Cup underdogs
Reuters · 6 days ago
Brazil midfielder Casemiro believes being a "step behind" other World Cup favourites could actually work in the team's favour when the tournament kicks off next week.
South Africa showcase homegrown talent as other World Cup teams rely on foreign-born stars
Nick Said · 6 days ago
Bafana Bafana go into the 2026 World Cup as one of only eight teams among the 48 finalists with no players born outside the country, highlighting the growing influence of diaspora communities on many national teams.
All Whites thrashed 4-0 by Haiti in concerning World Cup warm-up
Ian Ransom · 6 days ago
Haiti crushed a shambolic New Zealand 4-0 in a steamy World Cup warmup in Fort Lauderdale, Florida on Tuesday, delighting a buzzing crowd of Haitian fans and spoiling a milestone match for All Whites captain Chris Wood.
'Let's shock the world': Arnold urges Iraq to be 'excited' rather than 'scared'
Michael Church · 6 days ago
Iraq return to the World Cup for the first time since making their debut 40 years ago, having taken a lengthy route to the finals under a coach who is no stranger to the tournament.
Morocco cruise past fellow African side Madagascar in friendly ahead of World Cup
Reuters · 6 days ago
Ismael Saibari scored twice as Morocco eased to a 4-0 victory over Madagascar in a friendly on Tuesday, delivering a confident performance ahead of the World Cup.
Lukaku makes dream return as Belgium see off Croatia in World Cup warm-up
James Martin · 6 days ago
Belgium battled to a 2-0 win in Croatia as both sides continued their preparations for the upcoming FIFA World Cup (WC). Rudi Garcia’s side look set to enter the tournament in fine shape, having now gone 12 matches unbeaten (W8, D4).
Rashford could yet stay at Barcelona with Man Utd return unlikely, sources tell Flashscore
Dean Jones · 6 days ago
Marcus Rashford is still hopeful of returning to Barcelona next season, sources have told Flashscore.
