Spain vs Iraq: 3 Things to Watch in World Cup Friendly
Spain faces Iraq in a friendly on Thursday as part of their build-up to the 2026 World Cup in the United States, with La Roja looking to fine-tune tactics.
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Spain faces Iraq in a friendly on Thursday as part of their build-up to the 2026 World Cup in the United States, with La Roja looking to fine-tune tactics.
France face Ivory Coast Thursday without PSG stars due to Champions League final. Saliba a doubt with back problem. A key World Cup prep test.
Ahead of their 2026 World Cup tune-up, Ivory Coast boss Emerse Faé labeled France as the most complete squad globally, underscoring the formidable task
Philippe Diallo gives France players until June 10 to agree on World Cup bonuses as he pushes for increased FIFA prize money to balance federation finances.
Lizarazu urges Mbappé to reclaim territory at World Cup, noting his only major international trophy came in 2018 amid Real Madrid struggles.
Palestinian footballer Rand Halawani, 20, had her detention extended until Friday after arrest for allegedly throwing objects off a roof in Jerusalem.
Enrique Riquelme's Madrid presidential bid includes blockbuster promises of Haaland and Rodri signings, while Florentino Pérez counters with Mourinho's return.
Florentino Pérez posted a video of José Mourinho in a Real Madrid shirt saying 'Yes,' hinting at a coaching return if he wins Sunday's election.
With Saliba injured (back), Konaté auditions for France against Ivory Coast. Deschamps downplays concern; Konaté's club form raises questions.
With Saliba injured, Konaté set to start for France vs Côte d'Ivoire on Thursday. Deschamps unconcerned, but Liverpool man's form under scrutiny.
Angers boss Alexandre Dujeux departs after securing safety. His exit, despite a new deal to 2028, baffles fans and leaves the club in a sudden search.
Alexandre Dujeux resigns as Angers coach despite contract until 2028, after two Ligue 1 survivals and a promotion; market interest from Nice and Lens grows.
Anis Hadj Moussa's 86th-minute goal gave Algeria a 1-0 win over the Netherlands in Rotterdam, a warning ahead of their World Cup openers on June 14 and 16.
Italy beat Luxembourg 1-0 in a friendly as Pio Esposito scored the winner, with the Azzurri still reeling from missing the World Cup for the third time.
DR Congo drew 0-0 with Denmark in a World Cup warm-up, surviving three woodwork strikes. A Chile friendly was canceled over Ebola fears, disrupting preparation.
L'Equipe unveils its ideal XI of Ligue 1 players out of contract this summer, featuring stars like Anthony Lopes, Malang Sarr, and Allan Saint-Maximin.
Lightning within 13km of a 2026 World Cup stadium halts play for at least 30 minutes; new strikes reset the clock, risking indefinite delays.
Zinédine Zidane admits he would have tried another Panenka in the 2006 World Cup final shootout against Italy, after his iconic chip over Buffon in regulation.
France U17 coach José Alcocer will work as an observer for Didier Deschamps' senior team at the World Cup after guiding Les Bleuets to the U17 Euro semifinals
José Alcocer, coach of France's U17 team in the Euro semi-finals, will become a World Cup observer for Les Bleus, scouting opponents for Didier Deschamps.