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EXCLUSIVE: Emile Heskey's World Cup memories, from facing Ronaldo to Capello's fury
Finley Crebolder · yesterday
Former Liverpool striker Emile Heskey represented his nation at the 2002 and 2010 World Cups, playing in every England match at both, and he looked back on those tournaments in an exclusive interview with Flashscore.
Monaco sack manager Sebastien Pocognoli after missing out on Champions League
Reuters · yesterday
AS Monaco have sacked manager Sebastien Pocognoli after they finished seventh in Ligue 1 and failed to qualify for the Champions League.
Andres Iniesta takes first coaching job at second-tier UAE club Gulf United
Reuters · yesterday
Former Barcelona and Spain player Andres Iniesta has been appointed head coach of Gulf United, the United Arab Emirates second-tier club said.
South Africa's strange history with 2026 World Cup warm-up opponents Jamaica
Nick Said · yesterday
Bafana Bafana have an intriguing record against Friday’s 2026 World Cup warm-up opponents Jamaica, having never lost to the Caribbean island nation, though four of their five previous meetings have ended in draws.
Canada score second half goals to see off Uzbekistan in pre-World Cup friendly
Ben Sully · yesterday
Jonathan Osorio scored his first international goal in two years, as 2026 FIFA World Cup (WC) co-hosts Canada recorded a 2-0 victory over Uzbekistan in their penultimate warm-up game before the tournament.
Toronto police seize largest collection of fake jerseys ever ahead of World Cup
Reuters · yesterday
Less than two weeks before the World Cup kicks off, Toronto Police announced on Monday that they made the largest known seizure of counterfeit soccer jerseys in Canadian history.
Netherlands star Memphis Depay confident he'll be fully fit for the World Cup
Reuters · 2 days ago
Netherlands record scorer Memphis Depay said he never doubted he would make his country’s World Cup squad despite concerns he would not be fit in time.
Flashscore sources: Dumfries an option as Liverpool rethink transfer plans after exits
Dean Jones · 2 days ago
Liverpool are losing Ibrahima Konate and must now consider how they prioritise adding a new defender to their squad.
High-flying Norwegian ace feared that frustrated Swedes would end his World Cup dream
Svend Bertil Fra · 2 days ago
Norwegian international winger Antonio Nusa from RB Leipzig frustrated the Swedish defenders to such a degree in Monday's 3-1 win in Oslo that the Norwegian camp worried that the Swedes eventually would retaliate and potentially endanger the World Cup participation for the talented winger.
Ghana's Alexander Djiku ruled out of World Cup, Derrick Luckassen called up as replacement
Owuraku Ampofo · 2 days ago
Ghana have suffered another injury blow in their World Cup preparations as Alexander Djiku has been ruled out of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, head coach Carlos Queiroz confirmed in a press conference.
Norway head to North America in style as dominant first half sees off poor Sweden
Jason Pettigrove · 2 days ago
A magnificent first-half attacking performance from Norway saw them make it 12 wins from their last 15 games with a comprehensive 3-1 victory over neighbours Sweden in their World Cup warm-up friendly at the Ullevaal Stadium.
Gedeon Kalulu says DR Congo will not be easy to face at FIFA World Cup
Dennis Mabuka · 2 days ago
DR Congo defender Gedeon Kalulu has issued a warning to rivals that the Central African nation have what it takes to go far in the 2026 FIFA World Cup from June 11th to July 19th, and will jointly be hosted by 16 cities - 11 in the United States, three in Mexico, and two in Canada.
Rodri to address Man City future after World Cup as Real Madrid rumours grow
AFP · 2 days ago
Manchester City midfielder Rodri said on Monday he will wait until after the World Cup to address his future, amid reports linking him with a move to Real Madrid.
Thomas Tuchel insists England are prepared for heat and humidity at World Cup
Reuters · 2 days ago
Heat and humidity will be obstacles to overcome but England have full belief in their abilities and can go far in the World Cup, manager Thomas Tuchel said on Monday.
EXCLUSIVE: Rangers forward Miovski on missing out on the title, Old Firm and more
Filip Mishov · 2 days ago
A frustrating season is behind Rangers and forward Bojan Miovski, as the Gers finished in third place below Hearts and the champions, Celtic, in the Scottish Premiership.
Former Newcastle and England manager Keegan reveals stage four cancer diagnosis
Zack Oaten / Tri · 2 days ago
Kevin Keegan revealed he has been diagnosed with stage four cancer as he hopes to wave goodbye to Newcastle fans.
South Africa set off for World Cup without assistant coach after visa woes
Nick Said · 2 days ago
South Africa left for their World Cup training base in Pachuca on Monday ahead of their opening game against co-hosts Mexico on June 11, but did so without assistant coach Helman Mkhalele who has yet to obtain a U.S. visa.
Taremi and Jahanbakhsh lead Iran's World Cup squad with Azmoun overlooked
Reuters · 2 days ago
Iran coach Amir Ghalenoei named a 26-man squad for the World Cup on Monday, relying on veterans Mehdi Taremi and Alireza Jahanbakhsh, while leaving out Sardar Azmoun.
EXCLUSIVE: Podolski on starring for Germany at World Cups, beating Brazil 7-1 & more
Daniel Sobis · 2 days ago
Lukas Podolski is a legend of the German national team, with the former striker picking up 130 caps, appearing at seven major tournaments and winning the 2014 World Cup. He shared his memories of that international career with Flashscore and gave his thoughts on his nation's current side ahead of football's biggest showpiece this summer.
World Cup hopefuls Netherlands target title charge with Cruyff's philosophy
Reuters · 2 days ago
The Netherlands consider themselves World Cup contenders but head for the 2026 finals with a squad that contains few of the outstanding individual stars and little of the overall quality that has marked their previous appearances at the tournament.
