NewsMay 29, 08:33 PM
15 Players Start France's 2026 Prep: Heat, Jokes & Absentees
France's 2026 World Cup prep begins with 15 players at Clairefontaine; PSG stars & Saliba absent for CL final. Jokes and heat protocols lighten mood.
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20NewsMay 29, 08:24 PM
Ronaldo's 2030 World Cup Hopes: Why Martinez Says 'No Doubt'
Portugal coach Roberto Martinez insists Cristiano Ronaldo, 45 in 2030, could play a seventh World Cup, declaring 'no one should doubt' the 226-cap legend.
NewsMay 29, 06:37 PM
Iraq's 1-0 Win Over Andorra: Implications for World Cup
Iraq defeated Andorra 1-0 in Girona with Ali Youssif's 20th-minute goal as coach Graham Arnold assessed fringe players before naming his final World Cup squad.
NewsMay 29, 06:23 PM
Why Saint-Étienne Filed Complaint: Abdi in Playoff
Saint-Étienne complained about Nice's Ali Abdi playing in the L1/L2 playoff first leg amid FIFA date issues. He misses the return; Nice face June 8 hearing.
NewsMay 29, 05:44 PM
Atletico Madrid's 3 Mock Offers: Yamal, Pedri, Raphinha
Atletico Madrid trolled Barcelona with fake bids for Yamal, Pedri, and Raphinha, accusing the Catalan club of a smear campaign over Julian Alvarez.
NewsMay 29, 05:12 PM
Why Clément Akpa Misses World Cup: Christopher Operi Steps
Clément Akpa's adductor injury rules him out of the World Cup; Ivory Coast calls up Christopher Operi. The Istanbul Basaksehir defender has 11 caps.
NewsMay 29, 05:12 PM
Akpa Out of World Cup: What It Means for Côte d'Ivoire
Clément Akpa's adductor injury rules him out of World Cup; Christopher Operi drafted into Côte d'Ivoire squad. Analyzing the blow to Elephants' defense.
NewsMay 29, 05:00 PM
France WC Prep: 3 Keepers Cycle, 15 Outfielders Drill
With PSG & Saliba at UCL final, Deschamps’ 15 outfielders ran drills as 3 keepers cycled, kicking off France's WC prep. Lacroix & Mateta to join later.
NewsMay 29, 04:45 PM
Portugal's PSG Trio: The Engine Driving National Ambitions
Portugal's PSG trio of Vitinha, Neves and Mendes are revitalizing national team hopes, with their club chemistry sparking excitement for a post-Ronaldo era.
NewsMay 29, 03:25 PM
Aaronson Wedding Friday: USMNT Star Skips World Cup Training
Brenden Aaronson missed US World Cup training Friday to get married, sparking debate over national team priorities during a critical preparation stretch.
NewsMay 29, 01:52 PM
Why Gio Reyna Vows Maturity: USMNT's 2026 World Cup Edge
Gio Reyna says he's matured since 2022 World Cup controversy, and USMNT's experience will help with 'little details' for 2026.
NewsMay 29, 01:52 PM
Chelsea Demand $161M for Enzo Fernández This Summer
Chelsea will demand around £120m ($161m) if Enzo Fernández pushes for a summer transfer, according to sources. The Argentine midfielder's future is in doubt.
NewsMay 29, 12:59 PM
Raúl Albiol Leaves Pisa at 40: Retirement or Coaching Next?
Raúl Albiol, 40, bids farewell to Pisa after eight appearances and is now considering either continuing his playing career or starting as a coach.
NewsMay 29, 10:23 AM
Why Neymar's World Cup Is in Jeopardy: Grade 2 Calf Tear
Brazil's Neymar diagnosed with grade 2 calf tear, out 2-3 weeks. Will miss friendlies; race to be fit for World Cup opener vs Morocco on June 13.
NewsMay 29, 08:02 AM
Volpato to Join Socceroos: 2026 World Cup Allegiance Switch
Cristian Volpato will switch from Italy to Australia for the 2026 World Cup, joining the Socceroos camp before a friendly vs Mexico after rejecting them in
NewsMay 29, 07:00 AM
Scotland Send-Off vs Curacao: Key Questions Ahead of World
Scotland faces Curacao at Hampden in World Cup send-off. BBC panel discusses selection dilemmas, tactical shape, and what it means for morale.
NewsMay 29, 06:31 AM
Falco López's Emotional World Cup Call-Up Caught on Live TV
Falco López learned of his Argentina World Cup call-up live on TV after a Palmeiras game, and his emotional reaction went viral across the country.
NewsMay 29, 04:35 AM
Messi Leads Experienced Argentina Squad: Continuity Over
Argentina's World Cup squad sees minimal changes from their Qatar 2022 triumph, with Messi leading a seasoned group as Scaloni banks on continuity and
NewsMay 29, 04:35 AM
How Tim Payne Became 2026 World Cup's Viral Sensation
New Zealand defender Tim Payne, the 2026 World Cup's least-known player, became a viral sensation after an Argentine influencer gave him unexpected fame.
NewsMay 29, 04:15 AM
Neymar's World Cup Hope: 15 Days to Prove Fitness
Neymar has 15 days to prove fitness from a grade 2 calf lesion for Brazil's World Cup opener vs Morocco, or risk being replaced by Joao Pedro.