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2026 World Cup qualifying winners and losers: Argentina's statement win, Italy to miss out again?
In other action, England look pretty sharp under new coach Thomas TuchelCBS Sports - 1d -
2026 World Cup qualifying winners and losers: Argentina's statement win, Italy to miss out again?
In other action, England look pretty sharp under new coach Thomas TuchelCBS Sports - 1d -
With the 2026 World Cup near, Nations League finals kick off a series of 2025 'tests' in U.S.
The 2025 soccer calendar serves as both a dress rehearsal and a wake-up call for the Unites States that the World Cup is coming.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 19 -
Cameroon held to shock draw by Eswatini in World Cup qualifying
Minnows Eswatini hold Cameroon to a 0-0 draw in African qualifying for the 2026 Fifa World Cup, while Tunisia continue their unbeaten start.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 19 -
Mali revive World Cup campaign as Cape Verde top group
Mali beat Comoros to revive their hopes of reaching the 2026 Fifa World Cup while Benin, Cape Verde, Gabon and Mozambique go top of their groups.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 20 -
Saintfiet aims to 'write World Cup history' with Mali
Mali coach Tom Saintfiet hopes to break new ground by guiding the Eagles to the Fifa World Cup finals for the first time.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14 -
China's dream of becoming a football superpower lies in tatters
China has failed to qualify for the last five World Cups - and once again, their chances look unlikely.BBC News - 2d -
China's dream of becoming a football superpower lies in tatters
China has failed to qualify for the last five World Cups - and once again, their chances look unlikely.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Brazil re-open talks to hire Carlo Ancelotti ahead of 2026 World Cup
The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) has earmarked Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti as its preferred candidate to lead the national team at the 2026 World Cup.Following Brazil’s ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Italy World Cup qualifiers standings take shape waiting for Round 2
Norway and Israel meet on Tuesday, March 25, in the World Cup Qualifying Round 2 after winning their opening matches in Italy’s Group I.Italy’s defeat to Germany in the Nations League quarter-fina...Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Wong calls ‘reprehensible’ letter targeting Hong Kong activist in Australia a ‘threat to national sovereignty’
Ted Hui received letter offering reward for information about his family after China accused Australia of interfering with its internal affairs. Follow our Australia news live blog for latest ...The Guardian - 3d -
Preview: New era begins as England face Albania in World Cup qualifier
England vs Albania: World Cup Qualifier Marks New Era Under TuchelTuchel’s Wembley Debut: A New Dawn for EnglandThere’s always a sense of theatre when Wembley stages international football, and to...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 21 -
Italy World Cup qualifiers: fixtures, updated table and key dates
Italy will rival Norway, Israel, Moldova and Estonia in Group I of the World Cup qualifiers: take a look at the complete Azzurri fixture list and the updated table.Italy will start their World Cup ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Italy World Cup qualifiers: fixtures, updated table and key dates
Italy will rival Norway, Israel, Moldova and Estonia in Group I of the World Cup qualifiers: take a look at the complete Azzurri fixture list and the updated table.Italy will start their World Cup ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
France says it is making progress toward resolving cognac imports dispute with China
France’s foreign affairs minister says France and China are making progress toward resolving a trade dispute over cognac importsABC News - 21h -
France says it is making progress toward resolving cognac imports dispute with China
France’s foreign affairs minister says France and China are making progress toward resolving a trade dispute over cognac importsABC News - 21h -
Estadio Azteca changes name ahead of 2026 WC
Mexico City's Estadio Azteca has changed its name to Estadio Banorte in order to help fund the final stages of remodeling for the upcoming 2026 World Cup.ESPN - Mar. 15 -
'Hurting' New Zealand determined to reach World Cup, says coach
Heartbreaking near-misses will fire "hurting" New Zealand to their first football World Cup since 2010, their coach Darren Bazeley said on Wednesday, with the country two wins from the finals.New ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 19 -
New Chelsea signing will play in Club World Cup and miss European Championships
One new Chelsea signing will apparently be playing in the Club World Cup this summer rather than play in the European Championships.This summer sees the U21 European Championships, but due to the ...Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Trump vows to take ‘hundreds of billions’ in tariffs as Australia’s hopes of getting exemption fades
Australia unlikely to escape US president’s global steel and aluminium tariffs despite intense lobbying to be carved out. Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our ...The Guardian - Mar. 11 -
Five talking points on Nations League, World Cup qualifiers in Europe
International football gets underway in Europe for the first time in 2025 as the Nations League moves into the quarter-finals stage and the continent's 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign gets ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 17 -
Nigeria seek World Cup redemption, Sudan eye history
Underperforming Nigeria and disadvantaged Sudan share the spotlight ahead of two 2026 World Cup qualifying matchdays in Africa from Wednesday. Seeded fifth in Group B, Sudan occupy first place ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 17 -
🌏 Watch this week's AFC World Cup qualifiers LIVE on OneFootball 📺
Qualification for the 2026 World Cup continues this week, with a host of mouthwatering clashes coming our way from the Asian Football Confederation.Once again, users in the United States, Canada, ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 19 -
Tuchel era off to winning World Cup start, Poland beat Lithuania
Thomas Tuchel made a winning start to life as England coach with a 2-0 victory against Albania in 2026 World Cup qualifying on Friday, while Robert Lewandowski handed Poland a narrow win over ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 21 -
Wales open with win in World Cup qualifying, Haaland on target for Norway
Wales beat Kazakhstan 3-1 on Saturday to start their bid to qualify for the 2026 World Cup with a win, while Erling Haaland was among the scorers as Norway swept to a 5-0 victory in Moldova.- ...Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Aubameyang World Cup brace boosts Gabon and sinks Kenya
Former Arsenal and Barcelona striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang scored twice to give Gabon a crucial 2-1 win over Kenya in an African 2026 World Cup qualifier on Sunday. Olunga scored his fourth ...Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Poch: U.S. has 'time' to fix issues before World Cup
After suffering two defeats in the Concacaf Nations League, United States manager Mauricio Pochettino insisted that his side still has enough time to turn things around before the 2026 World Cup.ESPN - 5d -
Nigeria's World Cup bid falters after draw with Zimbabwe
Nigeria's hopes of reaching the 2026 World Cup are fading after a 1-1 draw against Zimbabwe leaves them six points behind group leaders South Africa.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Damian Lillard out indefinitely; who will step up for the Bucks?
An indefinite absence for the nine-time All-Star point guard is a big blow to Milwaukee in the playoff picture.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Rays' Drew Rasmussen takes next step by working 4 innings
PORT CHARLOTTE — The step up from the two innings Drew Rasmussen pitched in a March 3 exhibition game to the three he threw during live batting practice March 9 on a backfield seemed like a big ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 15 -
Gianni Infantino and Donald Trump have taken the 2026 World Cup for themselves | Leander Schaerlaeckens
The tournament will be leveraged for the glorification of a leader to a degree not seen since Benito Mussolini dominated the 1934 World Cup in Italy. Two men held a press event in the Oval Office ...The Guardian - Mar. 12 -
Argentina without Messi wins at Uruguay, needs a draw with Brazil to qualify for 2026 World Cup
Argentina didn’t miss Lionel Messi, Lautaro Martínez and other key players as it beat Uruguay away 1-0 in their South American World Cup qualifying matchABC News - Mar. 21 -
Anthony Davis injury update: Mavericks star takes key step toward return, but should Dallas want him back?
Davis, who suffered an adductor strain in his first game with the Mavs, practiced with their G League team on MondayCBS Sports - Mar. 17 -
Viktor Hovland takes 'a way bigger step' toward finding form in Round 2 of Valspar Championship
Hovland was pleased with how he played Friday at the Valspar Championship, but he was far from satisfied.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 21 -
Wales' World Cup score to settle after Qatar 'nightmare'
The inside story of Wales' dismal 2022 World Cup, and how that is fuelling their new qualifying campaign starting on Saturday.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 22 -
Education Department firings and the search for student Sudiksha Konanki: Morning Rundown
The Education Department is taking its first step toward a shutdown.NBC News - Mar. 12 -
Injury-hit Socceroos ring changes for crunch World Cup qualifiers
Australia coach Tony Popovic rang the changes Friday for the Socceroos' crunch World Cup qualifiers, calling up six uncapped players and turning to two others who have not seen international action ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14 -
Education secretary: Mass layoffs first step toward total shutdown
Education Secretary Linda McMahon affirmed late Tuesday that mass layoffs are the first step toward shuttering the Education Department — a long-time goal of President Trump's since his time on the ...The Hill - Mar. 12 -
Japan display talent and ambition to scale new heights at World Cup
Japan have never gone beyond the last 16 at a World Cup but they have set themselves the ambitious target of winning next year's tournament after dominating in Asian qualifying."If we want to win ...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Photo – Inter Milan Striker Celebrates Iran 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualification After Brace In Uzbekistan Draw: “May God Always Bring Joy To The Dear People Of Iran”
Inter Milan star striker Mehdi Taremi helped Iran secure a berth at the 2026 FIFA World Cup next summer.Despite his form woes at the San Siro, Mehdi Taremi remains a vital asset for ‘Team Melli.’I...Yahoo Sports - 2d
