Why Iraq Ends 40-Year World Cup Wait: Wars and Sanctions
Iraq qualified for the 2026 World Cup after 40 years, overcoming wars and sanctions to face Norway, France, and Senegal in a daunting Group of Death.
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Iraq qualified for the 2026 World Cup after 40 years, overcoming wars and sanctions to face Norway, France, and Senegal in a daunting Group of Death.
Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith to host Football Daily from Los Angeles for the 2026 World Cup, as Ian Dennis shares tournament life advice.
Shankland brace vs Curacao boosts World Cup start bid as Gilmour injury, Curtis goal, and Haiti warning define Scotland's 4-1 win, exposing defensive worries.
Canada's 26-man World Cup squad revealed: speed over fitness doubts. Davies out for opener; Marsch confident in deepest roster; home soil history at stake.
Four clubs—Bayern, Leverkusen, Sporting, Bilbao—faced both finalists. They see PSG's attacking flair vs Arsenal's defensive mastery. Who lifts the trophy?
Mauricio Pochettino has held talks with AC Milan, but US Soccer says the focus is on the World Cup. The USMNT opened camp with friendlies before facing
The FA will introduce 3v3 football for under-7s next season, replacing 5-a-side with no goalkeepers or referees, aiming to boost touches and fun.
St Mirren stayed up after a 2-1 aggregate play-off win over Partick Thistle, with interim Craig McLeish winning 4 of 12 games and hoping for the permanent job.
Achraf Hakimi's thigh injury and Ousmane Dembélé's calf issue leave PSG sweating over key players for the Champions League final against Arsenal on Saturday.
Inter Miami's Telasco Segovia hints at summer signing of Casemiro, saying the Brazilian midfielder would greatly strengthen the squad ahead of key MLS fixtures.
George Russell insists his bond with Toto Wolff is 'rock solid' despite trailing teammate Kimi Antonelli by 20 points. He calls speculation 'external noise'.
Southampton expelled from Championship play-offs and docked four points for spying authorized by head coach Tonda Eckert. Middlesbrough reinstated to face Hull
Southampton expelled from English Championship playoffs after EFL rules club guilty of spying on opponent, ending their Premier League promotion dream.
Guardiola's possible final City match, Messi's 10 goal involvements in 10 games, and Celtic's title amid chaos feature in this week's soccer questions.
Brescia's 3-0 win at Casarano puts Corini's side near the Serie C playoff semifinals; Salernitana beat Ravenna 2-0, while two other matches ended scoreless.
Bologna's 15th away win at Atalanta couldn't secure Europe; coach Italiano slams vacation talk, reflects on home woes, and analyses the Aston Villa Europa
Crystal Palace to field strongest team vs Arsenal in potential title decider, confirms Oliver Glasner, who will manage minutes.
Hearts contact police over 'shameful' abuse of players after pitch invasion mars Celtic's title win, club demands action to protect safety.
Hearts condemn 'shameful' scenes after pitch invasion at Celtic Park saw players abused and match abandoned. Club demands action from football authorities.
Hearts forced to leave Celtic Park after losing title decider amid pitch invasion; club condemns shameful scenes and demands authorities take action.