FIFA World Cup 2026

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VfB Stuttgart have paid Angelo Stiller a fee to remove his release clause, which was previously set at around €40 million, giving the German club full control over any negotiations this summer and dealing a blow to Manchester United and Chelsea, who had been hoping to trigger the clause and complete a deal before the […] The post Stuttgart have quietly removed release clause of Manchester United & Chelsea target and now they hold all the cards heading into the World Cup first appeared on Premier League News Now.

With plenty of late-night kick-offs, London’s beleaguered pubs and clubs are hoping to net tens of thousands in extra revenue from the Men’s World Cup, reports Jonathan Prynn

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Try The Athletic for FREE for 30 days: https://theathletic.com/tifofootball 📗 Tifo's new book, "How to Watch Football" is now available internationally: https://linktr.ee/tifobook The World Cup in Mexico 1970 was Brazil's World Cup, the World Cup of Pele, of beautiful football. The first televised, with new technology, inspired by NASA, promised modernity and a vision of the future. But the reality is set against the backdrop of military rule, oppressive governments and a misplaced romanticism. This is the story of Mexico 70. This is the sixteenth in a series, written by Jonathan Wilson, exploring the entire history of football. Illustrated by Philippe Fenner. Join the Tifo Discord Server - https://discord.gg/6nMGtSyyNM Follow Tifo Football by The Athletic: Facebook: http://facebook.com/TifoFootball Instagram: http://instagram.com/TifoFootball_ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tifofootball_ X: https://x.com/TifoFootball_ Listen to the Tifo Football podcast: The Athletic UK: http://bit.ly/TifoPodChannel Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/TifoFootPod Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06QIGhqK31Qw1UvfHzRIDA YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWYJXDKS21OHj085qILmy-O2-yZqFIcuM&si=1tSREkvPh3Gps5NR Watch more Tifo: Tifo Football Podcast: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWYJXDKS21OHj085qILmy-O2-yZqFIcuM&si=1tSREkvPh3Gps5NR Tifo Sports by The Athletic: https://www.youtube.com/@TifoSports About Tifo Football by The Athletic: Tifo loves football. We create In-depth tactical, historical and geopolitical breakdowns of the beautiful game. We know there’s an appetite for thoughtful, intelligent content. For stuff that makes the complicated simple. We provide analysis on the Premier League, Champions League, La Liga, Serie A, Bundesliga, World Cup and more. Our podcasts interview some of the game’s leading figures. And our editorial covers football with depth and insight. Founded in 2017 and became a part of The Athletic in 2020. For business inquiries, reach out to [email protected]. Additional footage sourced from freestockfootagearchive.com Music provided by APM Music #Football #Soccer #History

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After missing the last Aston Villa game, Argentina star goalkeeper Emiliano "Dibu" Martinez eased the concern over his participation in the 2026 World Cup with a positive injury update. Emiliano “Dibu” Martinez sent alarm bells ringing on Sunday after being pulled from Aston Villa‘s starting lineup due to an injury, with the 2026 World Cup now less than two months away. Those fears were quickly put to rest, however, following a positive update on the Argentine goalkeeper’s condition. Aston Villa were visiting Nottingham Forest in a crucial push for UEFA Champions League qualification, with Martinez named in the starting eleven. However, during the pre-match warmup, the Argentine was visibly uncomfortable while striking the ball, prompting the club to withdraw him from the lineup and hand the gloves to Marco Bizot. The concern was swiftly alleviated when Argentine football insider Gaston Edul reported that Martinez’s withdrawal was purely precautionary. The discomfort in his left leg was entirely muscular in nature, with his calf feeling tight rather than pointing to any structural concern. The decision to keep him out was made with more than just the national team in mind. Aston Villa face Bologna in the second leg of their Europa League quarterfinal next Thursday, and with Martinez so central to the club’s ambitions, the cautious approach was deemed the sensible call to protect him from any potential setback. In other news, Emi Martínez also picked up an injury during the warm-up before kickoff. pic.twitter.com/q55h9TUUNn — All About Argentina 🛎🇦🇷 (@AlbicelesteTalk) April 12, 2026 Martinez has been a cornerstone of Argentina’s recent trophy haul, playing a defining role in the 2021 Copa America, producing crucial saves and a heroic penalty shootout performance at the 2022 World Cup, and repeating that heroics at the 2024 Copa America. While Juan Musso and Gerónimo Rulli are capable backup options, losing the Aston Villa goalkeeper to injury would represent a major blow to Argentina‘s aspirations heading into the tournament in North America. Concern grows over Cristian Romero While the anxiety surrounding Martinez has subsided, another key Argentina starter is now causing greater worry. Cristian Romero picked up a knock to his right knee during Sunday’s match against Sunderland, after being pushed from behind by striker Brian Brobbey and colliding with Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky, forcing him off the pitch in the 70th minute. The most troubling moment came as Romero left the field in tears, raising fears that the injury could be more serious than the initial impact suggested. With some instability detected in the knee, the defender will undergo medical tests on Monday to determine the extent of the damage to the ligaments, specifically to establish whether he had sustained a medial collateral ligament injury or whether the pain was simply the result of the collision itself.

USMNT strikers Folarin Balogun and Ricardo Pepi continue to score goals, but the big news of the weekend was the return of midfielder Tyler Adams in Bournemouth’s shock 2-1 win at Arsenal. 🇺🇸 Weekend Review: England Tyler Adams returned to action as a second-half sub in Bournemouth’s 2-1 win at Arsenal. The Cherries blew the Premier […] The post USMNT World Cup Hopefuls: Adams is back for upset win, Balogun and Pepi are back on scoresheet appeared first on Soccer America.

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FANS will be free to party until 2am as pubs win extra time for World Cup showdowns, it has been confirmed.  The Sun reported exclusively in February that Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood was planning to rip up normal opening hours and give punters more time to celebrate during home nation matches. Ministers say the change will...

The Government has extended late opening hours even further so bars will be able to open longer for three more vital games that take place in a different time zone across the pond

FIFA Fan Festivals will vary across the 11 U.S. venues, including how many days they'll be open. The post Fan Festivals: 2026 World Cup U.S. venues appeared first on Soccer America.

THE World Cup is just around the corner, and preparation for the England manager is doubtless a massive headache. Fortunately for Gareth Southgate, however, he is no longer the man burdened with the responsibility of guiding England into football's biggest tournament. That headache now lies with Thomas Tuchel, while Southgate has been enjoying his time...

Although England do not take on Croatia until June 17, advanced bookings to secure entry or prime seats in pubs or venues are being snapped up much faster than in previous years.

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Germany's preeminent footballing publication reports that matters are about to get legally messy in the case of RB Leipzig's rising Ivorian attacker Yan Diomande.

The Argentine defender took a hard blow to the knee during the match between Tottenham and Sunderland, and his condition has the team and the Albiceleste worried. Leer

Andy Robertson was never offered the chance to stay at Liverpool beyond the end of this season, with the Scotland international hoping to find a new club before the World Cup. It was confirmed on Friday that Robertson will join Mohamed Salah in leaving Anfield at the end of the campaign, having enjoyed nine successful […] The post Robertson reveals Liverpool did not offer new contract, wants to find next club quickly appeared first on Soccer News.

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Scott McTominay might be excelling in the Napoli midfield, but their president believes he could also star on the big screen. The Scotland international has been a huge success in Naples since he c…

By: Isak Möller Adriano Galliani has decided not to run for the FIGC presidency despite AC Milan’s attempt, although he has admitted that he thought about it. Since Italy’s failure to qualify for the World Cup, the main talking point has been who should replace Gabriele Gravina as the FIGC president (the Italian FA). Many candidates have been […] The post Galliani turns down FIGC candidacy despite Milan’s attempt: “I thought about it” appeared first on SempreMilan.

Tottenham forward Richarlison has admitted he held several talks with Paris Saint-Germain over replacing Kylian Mbappe at the club. The 28-year-old revealed he was keen to link up with Neymar at cl…

Jamal Musiala has responded to a wild claim from Bayern Munich legend Oliver Kahn that he should skip this summer’s World Cup. The 40-cap Germany international has endured an injury-plagued s…

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With only two months left until the 2026 World Cup gets underway, all eyes will soon fall on North America. Watching England sign off their pre-tournament preparations with a downbeat 1-0 loss at home against Japan during March’s international break, Thomas Tuchel’s squad have plenty of expectations on their shoulders this summer. Although battles at […] The post The English duo who are keen to get their futures sorted before travelling to the World Cup this summer appeared first on Soccer News.

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Carlo Ancelotti has refused to rule out a fairytale return to the Brazil national team for veteran defender Thiago Silva ahead of the upcoming World Cup.

As he remains sidelined by San Diego FC in MLS, Hirving Lozano now appears set to be left out of representing Mexico at the 2026 FIFA World Cup following a conversation with Javier Aguirre. A meeting between head coach Javier Aguirre and Hirving Lozano appears to have been decisive in leaving the Mexico forward all but out of contention for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, amid his ongoing conflict with San Diego FC in MLS. “There was a conversation between Javier Aguirre and Chucky Lozano a few months ago because of this whole situation he had in San Diego,” journalist Gibran Araige said this week on TUDN’s Insider. “Vasco told him: ‘Look, I’m interested in you, I have you on my radar for the World Cup, but I need you to play,’” the reporter continued, outlining the Mexico head coach’s stance. However, Lozano’s response was not encouraging: “Chucky said no.” Aguirre’s position appears reasonable. Hirving Lozano is a player with proven quality and experience at the European level, as well as a long track record with the Mexico national team. However, arriving at a World Cup after more than six months without playing time is difficult to justify. Hirving Lozano played 34 games for San Diego FC. That is why the coach’s intention was for Lozano to do everything possible to leave San Diego FC and find another club where he could secure playing time during this stretch. However, the player chose to prioritize honoring his contract, continue earning his high MLS salary, and potentially give up the chance to play in the World Cup with Mexico. What happened with Lozano at San Diego FC? Earlier this year, San Diego FC announced that Hirving Lozano would not be part of head coach Mikey Varas’ plans for the 2026 MLS season, citing issues related to “style of play” and “environment” as reasons behind the decision. The problems had begun months earlier during a match against Houston Dynamo, when Lozano was substituted at halftime and, according to The Athletic, had a verbal altercation with Varas that led to him being sidelined for a couple of matches. Although Hirving Lozano was later reinstated and played four more matches for San Diego FC during the MLS playoffs, at the start of the new season the coaching staff and club executives opted to leave the forward out of their plans moving forward. Mexico lose a key piece Hirving Lozano has been one of Mexico’s standout players in recent years. Alongside his European career with PSV Eindhoven and Napoli, he has been a regular presence in the national team over the past decade. The forward has appeared in two World Cups. At Russia 2018, he started all four matches for Mexico and scored the winning goal in a 1-0 victory over Germany, one of the most significant results in the history of the national team. At Qatar 2022, he also started all three matches, underscoring his importance over time. Now, with his participation in the 2026 World Cup nearly ruled out, Lozano leaves a significant void in the Mexico national team, even if his recent involvement has already been limited due to injuries and coaching decisions.

After helping Bayern Munich achieve a historic Bundesliga feat on Saturday evening, Jamal Musiala directly responded to former Bayern CEO Oliver Kahn's advice about skipping the World Cup.

LAFC will face Cruz Azul on Tuesday in the Concacaf Champions Cup, a matchup that could serve as a valuable test for Son Heung-min ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Son Heung-min will have a useful opportunity ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, as he travels to Mexico on Tuesday with LAFC to face Cruz Azul in the Concacaf Champions Cup, under conditions similar to those he will encounter this summer with South Korea. The clash between Cruz Azul and LAFC will be played at Estadio Cuauhtemoc in Puebla, a city located 7,005 feet above sea level. That makes for unusual match conditions, with differences in climate and oxygen levels that often impact players who are not accustomed to that environment. This will represent an additional challenge for LAFC, considering they drew 0-0 at home in the first leg of the Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinal series. They will now need to find a goal to gain an advantage and advance to the semifinals, though the task will not be easy. However, for Son, there is also an opportunity to gain experience that could prove crucial ahead of the World Cup set to take place this summer in North America. South Korea are in Group A and will play all three of their group-stage matches on Mexican soil, where altitude will be a key factor to consider. Son playing for LAFC. South Korea’s altitude challenges at the World Cup Of South Korea’s three group-stage matches at the World Cup, one will be played against South Africa at Estadio BBVA in Guadalupe. At just 1,600 feet above sea level, altitude should not pose a major issue for Son and his teammates. However, the other two matches will present a very different scenario. Both South Korea’s opener against the Czech Republic and their following match against Mexico will be played at Estadio Akron in Zapopan, Guadalajara, where altitude becomes a significant factor at 5,154 feet. The match against the Czech Republic will be relatively even in that regard, as both teams will be dealing with unfamiliar conditions. But the real challenge will come in the second match, when they face the hosts, who are naturally far more accustomed to the environment. That is why Son Heung-min’s prior opportunity to play at altitude — and at an even higher elevation like Puebla — could be invaluable preparation for the World Cup.

Ollie Watkins described the 2025-26 season with Aston Villa as the “toughest” of his career, but he remains optimistic of making England’s squad for the 2026 World Cup. Watkins has struggled to hit form since scoring a dramatic winner in the semi-finals of Euro 2024, where the Three Lions defeated the Netherlands under Gareth Southgate. […] The post Watkins aiming for World Cup spot after ´toughest´ season of career appeared first on Soccer News.

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Giovani Lo Celso, a key teammate of Lionel Messi with Argentina, is back from a lengthy injury just two months ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. In recent weeks, the news has not been positive for Argentina, with several players sidelined by injuries in the lead-up to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. However, Giovani Lo Celso is the exception, returning after an extended spell on the sidelines with the goal of joining Lionel Messi in North America this summer. Lo Celso was included in the 24-man squad selected by head coach Manuel Pellegrini for Real Betis’ match on Sunday against Osasuna in Pamplona. The call-up marks the midfielder’s return following a prolonged absence due to a muscle injury. Gio’s last appearance came on January 22, when he played just six minutes in a UEFA Europa League clash against PAOK before suffering a significant tear in the rectus femoris of his right thigh that forced him to leave the match. If he sees minutes against Osasuna this Sunday, Lo Celso will end an 80-day stretch without official match action. In total, he missed 15 matches at club level across La Liga, Copa del Rey, and the UEFA Europa League. Our squad list for #OsasunaRealBetis 📋#LALIGARETRO pic.twitter.com/Dbq4hMULvR — Real Betis Balompié (@RealBetis_en) April 11, 2026 Lo Celso aims to regain ground with Argentina The muscle injury sustained at Betis also kept Giovani Lo Celso out of Argentina’s plans at the start of the year. He was left off Lionel Scaloni’s roster for the friendlies against Mauritania and Zambia in Buenos Aires during the March FIFA break. With just two months until the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Lo Celso’s situation remains uncertain. For years, he has been a key piece of the squad and Lionel Messi’s primary creative partner. However, recurring injuries over the past few seasons have caused him to lose ground, while other players have risen in the manager’s pecking order. At the moment, reports indicate that Scaloni is set on bringing several midfielders to the World Cup, including Enzo Fernandez, Alexis Mac Allister, Rodrigo De Paul, Leandro Paredes, Exequiel Palacios, and Nicolas Paz. Lo Celso is not currently part of that group and will need to deliver strong performances — and, above all, maintain his fitness — in the coming months with Betis to compete for one of the final roster spots. Lo Celso has unfinished business at the World Cup Despite being a regular part of the Argentina setup for most of the past decade, Giovani Lo Celso has yet to play in a World Cup. He was included in the squad for Russia 2018, but then-head coach Jorge Sampaoli surprisingly did not give him a single minute across Argentina’s four matches. Four years later, Lo Celso was a clear starter in Lionel Scaloni’s plans heading into Qatar 2022, but an untimely muscle injury suffered weeks before the tournament while playing for Villarreal ruled him out of the squad. Now, he faces the challenge of earning a spot on Argentina’s roster for North America 2026 and finally settling that unfinished business.

After becoming only the 11th quadragenarian to grace Germany's top flight when he turned 40 in March, Manuel Neuer entered the Bundesliga's top 10 list of oldest ever players after starting in Bayern Munich's victory against St. Pauli on Matchday 29, aged 40 years and 15 days.

In the middle of growing speculation, Ancelotti made his stance unmistakably clear regarding Neymar’s path back into the squad. The future of Neymar has once again taken center stage as Carlo Ancelotti weighs his options ahead of the 2026 World Cup. With Brazil preparing for the tournament, uncertainty surrounds whether the Santos forward will make the final squad, adding intrigue to an already competitive selection process. The situation has grown even more compelling given Neymar’s recent struggles at club level, where consistency and fitness have remained ongoing concerns. As Brazil continues its preparations, the spotlight now shifts to whether the veteran can rediscover his best form in time to convince the national setup. Neymar’s journey back to the top has been anything but straightforward, with injuries playing a major role in disrupting his rhythm. Since suffering a serious knee injury in October 2023, he has struggled to regain sustained momentum, both physically and in terms of regular playing time. Despite returning to Santos, his appearances have been limited, and maintaining consistency has proven difficult. He has featured only six times this season in all competitions, scoring three goals, a return that hints at promise but still falls short of expectations for a player of his stature. The current year has been particularly challenging for Neymar, as he continues to search for rhythm following multiple setbacks. Neymar Jr of Santos. His 2026 goalscoring form has been inconsistent, raising legitimate concerns about whether he can reach the level required for international competition. However, upcoming matches present an opportunity to change that narrative. Each performance now carries extra weight, as Neymar looks to prove he can still deliver at the highest level and silence doubts surrounding his place in the squad. What did Ancelotti say? The mystery surrounding Neymar’s future was partially addressed when Ancelotti finally spoke about the situation. Brazil’s head coach has left the door open for the forward’s inclusion, provided he meets key physical and performance standards in the coming weeks. “He’s a great talent, and it’s normal that people think he can help us win the next World Cup,” Ancelotti stated in an interview with L’Equipe. “He’s currently being evaluated by the CBF, by me, and he still has two months to show that he has the qualities to play in the next World Cup.” One theme stands out above all others in Ancelotti’s assessment: fitness. The Brazilian national team is prioritizing physical readiness as it builds toward the tournament, leaving little room for sentiment. “I’m going to call up the players who are physically ready,” he added. Carlo Ancelotti greets Vinicius Junior of Brazil after being subbed. “After his knee injury, Neymar has come back well; he’s scoring goals. He needs to continue in this direction and improve his fitness. He’s on the right track.” This emphasis underlines the reality that reputation alone will not secure Neymar a place in the squad. Brazil’s competitive landscape complicates everythinmg Brazil’s attacking depth adds another layer of complexity to Neymar’s situation. With emerging talents, including Endrick, Luiz Henrique, Igor Thiago, Gabriel Martinelli, Estevao, and Vitor Roque, and in-form forwards such as Vinicius, Raphinha, Matheus Cunha, Richarlison, and Antony pushing for inclusion, competition for places is fierce. The national team, Brazil national team, has already demonstrated its willingness to move forward without relying solely on its biggest star. Neymar’s absence from recent friendlies against top opposition highlighted this shift, even as fans continued to chant his name from the stands.

La CONMEBOL contará con una amplia representación arbitral en el Mundial 2026, con presencia en las categorías de árbitros principales, asistentes y VAR. Un total de 39 árbitros han sido convocados para integrar el equipo arbitral de la competencia. La designación destaca el nivel, la preparación y la consolidación del arbitraje sudamericano en el escenario internacional. La Comisión de Árbitros de la FIFA dio a conocer la lista de árbitros sudamericanos que participarán en la Copa Mundial de la FIFA 2026™, que se disputará del 11 de junio al 19 de julio en Estados Unidos, Canadá y México. El arbitraje de la CONMEBOL volverá a decir presente en la máxima cita del fútbol mundial, con 39 representantes en las funciones de árbitros principales, árbitros asistentes y árbitros VAR. – Árbitros principales – – Árbitros asistentes – – VAR– – Presencia sudamericana – La designación de estos profesionales refleja el compromiso de la CONMEBOL con el desarrollo y la excelencia arbitral, consolidando la presencia sudamericana en las principales competiciones internacionales. El arbitraje del continente continúa destacándose por su preparación, experiencia y constante evolución, aspectos que serán fundamentales en el desarrollo de la Copa Mundial de la FIFA 2026. Designación de árbitros completa CONMEBOL.com / FIFA

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Now, with uncertainty surrounding Toney’s future, the situation carries even greater weight for the balance of power at the top. Cristiano Ronaldo and Ivan Toney have found themselves at the center of a growing storm, one that stretches far beyond a single match or result. At a time when the Saudi Pro League is fighting to cement its global reputation, fresh developments have raised questions that refuse to fade quietly. The controversy surrounding the league’s competitive integrity has intensified, with tension building around key decisions and what they could mean for the title race. Now, with uncertainty surrounding Toney’s future, the situation carries even greater weight for the balance of power at the top. The flashpoint came after Al-Ahli’s 1-1 draw against Al-Fayha, a result that left Toney’s side trailing in the title race. The Englishman, who has been prolific this season, did not hold back when addressing the officiating, pointing to moments he believed changed the course of the game. “The big talking point was the two penalties… it’s as clear as day,” he said, voicing frustration that has been building over weeks. His comments were not isolated, as teammates echoed similar concerns about consistency and fairness. The striker’s remarks quickly gained traction, especially when he hinted at who might benefit from such decisions. “We know who. Who are we chasing?” he added, a line that only intensified speculation around Cristiano Ronaldo and his club’s position at the top. 🚨 BREAKING: Ivan Toney has accused Saudi Pro League referees of doing everything possible for Cristiano Ronaldo, Alnassr to win the league. 🗣️”Who benefits?” 🗣️Toney: “The team we’re chasing.” pic.twitter.com/dALXFScrEP — Speedline (@speedlinexx) April 9, 2026 Al-Ahli set to seal Toney’s fate? While the public debate has focused on refereeing and results, a separate development has quietly added another layer to the story. 365Scores Arabic suggests that Ivan Toney’s situation off the pitch is now pushing Al-Ahli towards seriously considering a summer departure. This potential shift, expected to come into focus ahead of the 2026 World Cup, could reshape not only the club’s plans but also the dynamics of the league. Toney has been central to Al-Ahli’s campaign, delivering 27 league goals and leading the scoring charts. Ivan Toney of Al Ahli celebrates after scoring Yet his growing frustration, combined with external factors, has reportedly forced the club to consider whether a summer change is necessary. Such a move would send shockwaves through the competition. What it would mean for Ronaldo If Al-Ahli were to move in that direction, the ripple effects would be immediate. Cristiano Ronaldo’s position at the next top goalscorers summit could become even stronger, with one of his closest challengers potentially not being there to challenge him. Current Saudi Pro League Golden Boot standings. pic.twitter.com/83ItylJnOp — The Nassr Tribune™️ (@AlNassrTribune) April 8, 2026 The narrative surrounding Ronaldo has already been amplified by Toney’s comments, fairly or not. In a league where perception matters as much as results, any shift in competitive balance will only intensify the spotlight on the Portuguese star.