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Iran head to 2026 World Cup with convincing friendly victory against Mali in Turkey
Reuters · gisteren
Iran will head off to their World Cup base this weekend with a spring in their step after beating Mali 2-0 in a friendly in Turkey on Thursday, even if some uncertainty still clouds their participation in the tournament.

Al Ahly part company with head coach Jess Thorup after underwhelming campaign
Reuters · gisteren
Al Ahly have parted company with coach Jess Thorup after a below-par season, the Egyptian club said on Thursday, with the Dane leaving by mutual consent.

Bafana beware: World Cup Group A rivals claim big wins in final warm-up fixtures
Nick Said · gisteren
Mexico have sounded a warning to Bafana Bafana with a comprehensive 5-1 victory over Serbia in their final warm-up fixture ahead of the 2026 World Cup opener against South Africa on June 11.
FIFA World Rankings: Where each participant ranks ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Live Soccer TV · gisteren
Here is a breakdown of all 48 qualified teams and where they sit in the FIFA World Rankings heading into the 2026 World Cup.
The confirmed new rules at the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Live Soccer TV · gisteren
The 2026 World Cup will feature an expanded field of participants and an increased number of matches. However, one of the most intriguing changes lies within the rule book and the way referees will officiate the games.
2026 FIFA World Cup prize money: How much will each team make in the USA, Canada, and Mexico
Live Soccer TV · gisteren
More matches will be played at the 2026 World Cup than ever before, resulting in more revenue and a 50 percent increase in the prize pool from Qatar 2022.

Amad Diallo nets late winner as Ivory Coast fight back to stun France ahead of World Cup
James Hilsum · gisteren
France’s FIFA World Cup preparations were dealt a blow after they surrendered the lead to lose 2-1 against the Ivory Coast, who claimed an historic first-ever win over the European giants.
Golden Ball favorites? Ranking the top players at the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Live Soccer TV · gisteren
A total of 1,248 players will take part in the 2026 World Cup in the USA, Canada, and Mexico, including some of the best names in world football. Here are the most likely to be crowned player of the tournament.

Spain held to draw by Iraq in friendly as both teams prepare for World Cup
Danny Lewis · 2 dagen geleden
Iraq secured an encouraging 1-1 draw against Spain ahead of their second-ever FIFA World Cup (WC), forcing La Roja to settle for the third draw from their last four matches on home soil.

South Africa confirm a change for their final World Cup warm-up against Jamaica
Nick Said · 2 dagen geleden
Bafana Bafana’s friendly fixture with Jamaica will take place on Saturday and will be behind closed doors, the South African Football Association has confirmed.

Last-minute Masouras leveller sees Greece spoil Sweden's World Cup pre-party
Anthony Tomas · 2 dagen geleden
Sweden were denied a winning send off ahead of the 2026 World Cup, as Georgios Masouras equalised with the last kick of the game to ensure Greece left Strawberry Arena in Solna with a 2-2 draw.

Neymar to miss Cleveland trip with Brazil as he continues recovery for World Cup
Reuters · 2 dagen geleden
Neymar will not travel to Cleveland for Brazil's World Cup warm-up match against Egypt on Saturday as he continues to receive intensive treatment for a calf injury, the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) said on Thursday.

Kenya surrender lead to draw against Lesotho in June friendly
Dennis Mabuka · 2 dagen geleden
Kenya national team Harambee Stars gave away a first-half lead to settle for a 1-1 draw against Lesotho in their first friendly of the June FIFA window on Thursday.

Liverpool confirm appointment of Andoni Iraola as head coach on two-year deal
Anthony Paphitis · 2 dagen geleden
Liverpool have confirmed the appointment of Andoni Iraola as their new head coach following the dismissal of Arne Slot.

Wearing number 10 for Bafana: Relebohile Mofokeng follows stellar cast of past stars
Nick Said · 2 dagen geleden
Playmaker Relebohile Mofokeng has been handed the number 10 jersey for South Africa at the 2026 World Cup and will be tasked with providing a creative spark for the side on their return to the global stage for the first time in 16 years.

EXCLUSIVE: Nigeria's Femi Azeez coy on Millwall future despite Premier League dream
Shina Oludare · 2 dagen geleden
Nigeria international Femi Azeez has refused to be drawn on his long-term future at Millwall despite admitting his ambition to one day play in the Premier League.

Real Madrid must pay 15 million euro release clause to sign Mourinho, insist Benfica
AFP · 2 dagen geleden
Portuguese giants Benfica confirmed on Thursday that Real Madrid would have to pay 15 million euros to prise away their coach, Jose Mourinho.

Tottenham making fast progress in bid to upgrade squad for next season, Flashscore reveal
Dean Jones · 2 dagen geleden
Tottenham Hotspur are moving quickly in the transfer market as they attempt to complete deals for Savinho and Jan Paul van Hecke before the World Cup gets underway.

Andoni Iraola arrives at Anfield ahead of expected appointment as new Liverpool boss
AFP · 2 dagen geleden
Andoni Iraola arrived in Liverpool on Thursday to finalise the details of his appointment as the club's new head coach following the dismissal of Arne Slot.

Man City chairman admits Pep Guardiola almost resigned '100 times' during his reign
AFP · 2 dagen geleden
Manchester City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak has revealed Pep Guardiola was on the verge of quitting "100 times" before finally leaving at the end of this season.















