[(San Marino) Weakness]: 1. San Marino lost 4-1 to Modena in the last friendly match, which significantly affected the team's morale.2. San Marino lost all four of their previous World Cup qualification (UEFA) matches, and their performance can only be described as poor.3. In the last five matches, San Marino scored only 2 goals and conceded 16, with both offense and defense being unsatisfactor...Full Story »

[(Armenia) Strength]: 1. Eduard Spertsyan scored in both of the previous two warm-up matches and is once again included in Armenia's squad for this round...Full Story »

[(Poland) Strength]: 1. Poland were unbeaten in 4 of the last 5 games, showing outstanding form.2. Poland scored 7 goals in the last 5 games, averaging nearly 2 goals per game, revealing full offense.3. Poland have the slight upper hand with 3 wins, 2 draws, and 2 losses in 7 encounters between the two teams.4. Poland won 3 of the last 4 games in AH, performing over expectations...Full Story »

[(Georgia) Strength]: 1. Georgia kept unbeaten in 4 of the last 5 games with good form.2. Georgia have scored 13 goals in the last 5 games, averging nearly 3 goals per game, with a full offense.3. Georgia have scored a total of 11 goals in their last 5 home game, averaging more than 2 goals per game with a full offense...Full Story »

[(Saint Louis City) Strength]: 1. Saint Louis City have scored a total of 10 goals in their last 5 game, averaging 2 goals per game with a full offense...Full Story »

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Harry Redknapp says he was stunned by Daniel Levy's departure from Tottenham, insisting that he enjoyed his time working under the former chairman...Full Story »

Mason Greenwood has no immediate England future at moment after boss Thomas Tuchel revealed Marseille forward wasn't being considered for selection...Full Story »

Everton are hopeful Jordan Pickford will sign another long-term deal at the club which would see the England stopper finish his career on Merseyside...Full Story »

Hakim Ziyech could join Sevilla as a free agent, but the Andalusian outfit will need to offload an out-of-favour goalkeeper to free up the funds...Full Story »

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Lionel Messi has confirmed he will not travel with Argentina for next Tuesday’s clash against Ecuador, the closing fixture of the CONMEBOL World Cup qualifiers. Instead, the Inter Miami star will return to Florida to prepare for the final stretch of the MLS season...Full Story »

The Real Madrid midfielder has missed the start of the LaLiga season after undergoing the surgery in July...Full Story »

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AC Milan midfielder Ismael Bennacer has completed a shock transfer to Dinamo Zagreb, reportedly turning down lucrative offers from Saudi Arabia and Turkey in favour of the move...Full Story »

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🔊 On September 8, the Central African Republic will face off against Comoros in Meknes as part of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. For the hosts, this is a chance to break their prolonged winless streak and make their mark in the qualifiers. Comoros arrive as the favorites, having already secured successful results, and convincingly defeated the Central African Republic in their previous head-to...Full Story »

🔊 A thrilling African night awaits in Uyo as Nigeria host Rwanda in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. The Super Eagles currently sit fourth in their group and desperately need a victory to regain control of their destiny. Rwanda, just one point ahead, are poised to capitalize on the pressure facing the hosts. All eyes will be on Victor Osimhen, whose goals could significantly influence the outcom...Full Story »

🔈 Will the clash against the "White and Blues" be a walk in the park for the Bosnian national team? In the next match of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers at the "Olimpico" stadium in Serravalle, the national teams of San Marino and Bosnia and Herzegovina will face off. The hosts are absolute underdogs, as evidenced by the bookmakers' preliminary odds: a victory for the "White and Blues" stands at...Full Story »

🔊 Which team will kick off their 2026 World Cup qualification campaign with a win? Ireland and Hungary are likely to battle it out for the second spot in Group F, which offers a ticket to the playoffs. Portugal are clear favorites in this quartet, while Armenia have the slimmest chances of avoiding the bottom of the standings. Therefore, the clash in Dublin at the Aviva Stadium holds significa...Full Story »

🔊 Can Austria claim the top spot in Group H of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers? A victory over Cyprus at the Raiffeisen Arena in Linz would suffice. This win would see them draw level on points with Bosnia and Herzegovina, surpassing them on goal difference. For the visitors, dropping points in this upcoming clash could prove fatal in their quest for a top-two finish in the group. Regardless, Au...Full Story »

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🔊 How will Portugal fare in their first match after winning the Nations League? Cristiano Ronaldo and his squad are set to travel to Armenia for their opening fixture in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, taking place at Vazgen Sargsyan Stadium in Yerevan. For the hosts, this marks their first game under a new manager, as the previous coach lasted just four matches, each ending in a disheartening ...Full Story »

🔊 Can England bounce back from their home defeat to Senegal in a friendly match? The Three Lions' lackluster summer performances have sparked discontent among the local fans, who resorted to booing their favorites during the game. Moreover, this loss marked England's first-ever defeat by an African team. Their previous official match against Andorra, although it ended in a 1-0 victory, was als...Full Story »

🔊 How will the clash between Group K neighbors unfold in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers? Latvia and Serbia face off on September 6 in Riga at the Daugava Stadium, where the hosts haven't lost since last year. Despite their modest standing, Latvia have made a commendable start to their World Cup qualifying campaign and are level on points with their upcoming opponents. However, Serbia have playe...Full Story »

[(Chicago Fire) Strength]: 1. Despite having played two fewer games, Chicago Fire trail the playoffs play-in spots by just one point. The team are determined to secure a victory in this match.2. Chicago Fire's home records in the league have improved recently. They have got 2 wins and 1 draw in the last 3 home matches, with increasing goals scored in the process.3. Chicago Fire have been quick ...Full Story »

[(Houston Dynamo) Strength]: 1. Houston Dynamo won 3-2 over Saint Louis City in the last game on the road, returning to winning ways.2. Houston Dynamo scored 8 goals in the last 5 games, boasting decent attack.3. Houston Dynamo won 3 of the last 4 games in AH, indicating a great trend...Full Story »

[(England) Strength]: 1. England still hope to win at home. Thomas Tuchel is in urgent need of proving himself, so his desire to win this match is self-evident.2. In the last warm-up game against Senegal, Harry Kane scored a goal, showing outstanding form. He is still the starting attacker of the team.3. England's World Cup qualification squad is led by Harry Kane, with Declan Rice and Eberechi...Full Story »

[(Nicaragua) Strength]: 1. Facing Costa Rica, who are stronger overall, Nicaragua will try to grab points at home, fully motivated...Full Story »

[(Montenegro) Strength]: 1. Montenegro are 3rd with 6 points in the group, 3 points away from the top team Czech Republic. Thus, they are undoubtedly motivated to win this game to tie the gap.2. Veteran forward Stevan Jovetic has been included in the current squad list. He has made 87 appearances and scored 37 goals for Montenegro, leading the team in both statistics. Having played for European...Full Story »

[(Moldova) Strength]: 1. Limited by their own strength, Moldova have suffered three consecutive defeats in the group stage, making their chances of advancing very slim. However, as this match is being played on home soil, the team still possess a certain ability to secure a victory.2. The 35-year-old veteran Artur Ionita has been included in the squad for this round. He has made 77 caps for Mol...Full Story »

[(Faroe Islands) Strength]: 1. Faroe Islands narrowly defeated Gibraltar 2-1 in their last qualifying match, ending their four-game losing streak in international competitions and showing some improvement in morale...Full Story »

[(Republic of Ireland) Strength]: 1. Top striker Ferguson started for AS Roma in the first two rounds of the new Serie A season and provided an assist in the second game. He plays a key role as the team's focal point in attack and makes crucial runs into the box.2. Collins, as the captain of Premier League side Brentford F.C., has started and played the full match in all three games of the new ...Full Story »

[(Deportivo La Coruna) Strength]: 1. Deportivo La Coruna are 8th in the Segunda Division table, receiving 1 win and 2 draws in 3 rounds and taking 5 points, with a certain distance from the promotion zone. They hope to use their home advantage at the Riazor against second-placed Sporting de Gijon to secure a victory and improve their league standing.2. Deportivo La Coruna were unbeaten in the l...Full Story »

[(Iceland) Strength]: 1. Iceland are a mid-tier team in this World Cup qualification (UEFA). Their current ranking in the group is crucial. To have a better chance of qualifying, Iceland need to go all out for a win against Azerbaijan to accumulate more points, improve their group standing, and keep their qualification hopes alive.2. The AH line is -1.00 for the home team in this game, which is...Full Story »

[(Slovenia) Strength]: 1. Slovenia played two friendly matches in June, defeating Luxembourg 1-0 and Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-1, delivering commendable performances in both games.2. Slovenia have scored a total of 3 goals in their last two matches, showing noticeable improvement in offensive performance compared to their earlier struggles in the UEFA Nations League.3. Slovenia have conceded onl...Full Story »

[(Latvia) Strength]: 1. Latvia currently rank fourth in the World Cup qualification (UEFA) group with 4 points, level on points with third-placed Serbia but trailing on goal difference. Playing at home this time, Latvia are eager to defeat Serbia to improve their group ranking and gain more initiative in advancing.2. Latvia lost only 1 of their last 6 games in AH, and won all of their last 3 Wo...Full Story »

[(Greece) Strength]: 1. Greece are placed in Group C for the World Cup qualification (UEFA), alongside strong teams such as Denmark and Scotland. Their current position in the group is crucial. To secure better chances of advancing, they must strive for victories against opponents like Belarus to accumulate more points and improve their standing in the group.2. Greece achieved 3 consecutive win...Full Story »

[(Austria) Strength]: 1. Austria are 2nd in the group and hope to secure a qualification spot, so they will go all out in this match.2. Austria released their latest lineup, led by David Alaba, with Marcel Sabitzer, Konrad Laimer, and Marko Arnautovic being selected.3. Austria won 4-0 over San Marino in the last game on the road, securing a 2-game winning streak lately.4. Austria were unbeaten ...Full Story »

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Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy has "stepped down" from his position in north London after 24 years at the helm...Full Story »

[(De Graafschap) Strength]: 1. De Graafschap are playing at home in this match and must defend their home ground, so their determination is unquestionable.2. De Graafschap have a strong home performance, winning 13 of their last 20 home matches, with decent efficiency in earning points...Full Story »

Manchester United defender Diogo Dalot has pulled out of the Portugal squad this week after picking up an injury...Full Story »

Belgium remain unbeaten (W2, D1) in their FIFA World Cup qualifying (WCQ) campaign following a routine 6-0 victory away at Liechtenstein, who are now winless in their last 45 WC qualifiers (D5, L40)...Full Story »

Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo has revealed that Bayern Munich made a move for him before signing Luis Diaz...Full Story »

Guiu, who has just been recalled from his loan with Sunderland, spoke to Catalan media for the first time today since his departure...Full Story »

Borussia Dortmund aimed to sign Jadon Sancho in the summer but admitted there was “no state, sheikh, or billionaire” to back the move financially...Full Story »

Borussia Dortmund sporting director Sebastian Kehl has revealed just how tough negotiations with Chelsea were as he finalized the €20 million (317m/$23m) deal for Carney Chukwuemeka...Full Story »

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Tottenham Hotspur could resume negotiations for Manchester City defender Nathan Aké, while Cristiano Ronaldo wants former Manchester United teammate Mason Greenwood to join Al Nassr as Saudi Arabian clubs look to strengthen before the deadline. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumors and gossip from around the globe...Full Story »

Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy has "stepped down" from his position in north London after 24 years at the helm...Full Story »

Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim has been given another massive injury headache after Diogo Dalot pulled out of Portugal's World Cup qualifiers...Full Story »

The Premier League window may have closed but Manchester United are still open for business with Altay Bayindir and Andre Onana both potentially leaving...Full Story »

Liverpool might reportedly miss out on Marc Guehi again as five clubs are looking to take advantage of the Crystal Palace captain's contract situation. The Reds' frantic deadline day took a dramatic twist when their £35million pursuit of Marc Guehi sensationally collapsed at the final hurdle. The Crystal Palace skipper had been all set to complete his switch to Anfield, even undergoing med...Full Story »

Balogun insists he's fully fit and ready to fight for his spot on Pochettino's squad with the World Cup 10 months away...Full Story »

Harry Maguire could make a sensational switch away from Man United with two Saudi clubs chasing the England defender's signature before the window closes...Full Story »

🔈 Can Montenegro's national team delight the local fans by challenging the visiting side? In the World Cup 2026 qualifiers, an intriguing clash is set to unfold at the "City Stadium" in Podgorica, featuring Montenegro and the Czech Republic. The "Brave Falcons" and the "National Team" both have decent chances of securing a spot in the World Cup, making this upcoming head-to-head crucial in the...Full Story »

🔊 On July 5, Switzerland and Kosovo will kick off their World Cup 2026 qualifying campaigns in Group B. These teams are familiar foes from Division B of the Nations League, following Switzerland's relegation from League A and Kosovo's promotion from League C. Naturally, the level of competition each team faced was different. However, their head-to-head history suggests that Kosovo poses a chal...Full Story »

🔊 What will Italy's first match under Gennaro Gattuso look like? The patience of the Italian federation has run thin after the national team's relatively weak performance in the Nations League. The final straw was a heavy defeat to Norway at the start of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Currently, both future opponents are level on points, but Estonia have played two more matches. Among these wa...Full Story »

🔈 Can Denmark live up to their billing as favorites? In the opening round of the European qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup, Denmark and Scotland will face off at Parken Stadium. Both teams are considered favorites in their group and, according to bookmakers, are expected to battle for the top spot. However, in this head-to-head clash, the home advantage and a stellar lineup give the "Scarlet ...Full Story »

🔊 Which team will kick off their 2026 World Cup qualification campaign with a victory? Azerbaijan appear to be the underdogs not just in the upcoming matchup but within the group as well. Iceland have a better shot at contending for the second spot. However, Ukraine and France seem considerably stronger. Therefore, the Vikings cannot afford to drop points in the opening round, especially at ho...Full Story »

🔊 Can Ukraine's national team reach the World Cup finals for the first time since 2006? It's a tough question to answer right away, as they face the group D favorites, France, in the opening round of qualifiers. Alongside these two teams, Iceland and Azerbaijan will also be vying for a spot in the tournament. What should we expect from the match in Wroclaw? Find out in our prediction...Full Story »

[(Denmark) Strength]: 1. Denmark hope to make a good start for the qualifiers in this home game, so they are motivated.2. Denmark have announced their latest squad for the upcoming two World Cup qualification (UEFA) games in early September, against Scotland and Greece. Key players such as Rasmus Hojlund, Patrick Dorgu, and Andreas Christensen are included, with Kasper Schmeichel serving as cap...Full Story »

[(Ukraine) Neutral]: 1. Ukraine received 1 win and 1 loss in two warm-up games in June, namely a 4-2 loss to Canada and a 2-1 win over New Zealand.2. Ukraine had BTTS in two of the previous 7 games, showing a high likelihood of goals from both ends lately.3. This game will be played in Poland, meaning that Ukraine will not have home advantage.4. Ukraine ended the previous 5 games with OVERs in O/U...Full Story »

[(Bulgaria) Strength]: 1. Bulgaria will face Spain in their first group game of the World Cup qualifiers. Despite the formidable challenge posed by their opponents, the team are determined to give their all and strive for a victorious start.2. Bulgaria have scored in 5 of the last 6 games, with a total of 6 goals scored. Their offensive ability is not bad...Full Story »

[(Uzbekistan) Strength]: 1. The hosts Uzbekistan have achieved one win and one draw in Group A of this CAFA Nations Cup, scoring three goals and conceding two ones. As one of the strongest teams in Central Asia, Uzbekistan are determined to secure a victory at home to solidify their group standing and advance to the next stage.2. Uzbekistan boast a formidable squad, featuring Europe-based talen...Full Story »

[(Italy) Strength]: 1. Italy's Giacomo Raspadori scored in the last game, showing commendable performances.2. Italy won 2-0 over Moldova in the last game, returning to winning ways and improving their form.3. The AH line is -2.75 for Italy in this game, indicating their superior overall strength...Full Story »

[(Turkmenistan) Strength]: 1. Turkmenistan face a challenging path to qualify from their group in the CAFA Nations Cup. Against Oman, Turkmenistan will treat this match as a battle for pride rather than adopting a purely defensive approach. Instead, they are expected to pursue an aggressive attacking strategy to secure a victory and demonstrate the team's capabilities and fighting spirit.2. Tur...Full Story »

[(Switzerland) Strength]: 1. Switzerland won all their last 3 warm-up games in AH with performances as expected...Full Story »

[(Luxembourg) Neutral]: 1. Luxembourg ended 6 of the last 7 home games with UNDERs in O/U, demonstrating conservative play at home...Full Story »

[(Netherlands) Strength]: 1. Netherlands currently rank second in the group, only one point behind the leaders Finland but with two fewer games played. This home game against direct rivals Poland is a crucial battle for overtaking and topping the table, so Netherlands will go all out to win to take the initiative in advancing, and their fighting spirit is strong.2. The Netherlands' current squa...Full Story »