Italy celebrate against Israel Italy closed in on the 2026 FIFA World Cup by sealing a guaranteed top-two place in qualifying Group I courtesy of a 3-0 win over Israel at the Bluenergy Stadium, extending their unbeaten H2H record to nine matches (W8, D1). After winning their previous two home games by an aggregate score of 7-0, Italy were unsurprisingly strong in the opening stages as Mateo Re...Full Story »

Ronaldo bagged a brace for Portugal Dominik Szoboszlai scored a 92nd-minute equaliser as Hungary ended Portugal’s 100% record in this FIFA World Cup qualifying cycle, holding them to a 2-2 draw to delay their qualification for next summer’s finals in the process. Coming into the contest with maximum points from their opening three Group F fixtures, Portugal appeared to be cruising ...Full Story »

Man Utd to Keep Casemiro if Key Condition Met as Amorim Plans Midfield Revamp Manchester United are open to keeping Casemiro this summer, but only if one key condition is met, with Ruben Amorim plotting major changes in midfield. The 33-year-old has one years left on his contract at Old Trafford but has been touted to leave the club next summer. Casemiro is one of United’s highest earne...Full Story »

Karim Benzema Linked With Surprise Move as Turkish Club Targets Ex-Real Madrid Star Karim Benzema could be set for a surprising return to European football, with Turkish giants Fenerbahce reportedly making the former Real Madrid striker their top transfer target. According to Turkish outlet Fotomac, the 37-year-old is on the Istanbul club’s radar as they seek to fix their ongoing attacki...Full Story »

England's Harry Kane celebrates scoring their side's third goal England booked their place in an eighth consecutive FIFA World Cup finals after easing to a routine 5-0 win over Latvia in Riga, and maintained their 100% record after six qualifiers. Thomas Tuchel made two changes to the side that defeated Wales five days ago, which included returning skipper Harry Kane to lead the side out in Ri...Full Story »

Neymar became the world's most expensive player when he moved from Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain. Could he now return to Europe on a free transfer? Alexandre Schneider/Getty Images Neymar could be set for a return to Europe in Serie A, while Arsenal, Manchester City and Real Madrid are among the clubs eyeing Eintracht Frankfurt left back Nathaniel Brown. Join us for the latest transfer...Full Story »

Miguel Almiron celebrates after Paraguay secured their place in the finals after a 16-year wait. Robert Cianflone/Getty Images Qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup began on Oct. 12, 2023, when countries from the Asian confederation played their first round of matches. Myanmar's Lwin Moe Aung scored the very first goal in a 5-1 win over Macau. All confederations are drawing to a close, b...Full Story »

🔊 The second semi-final of the Under-20 World Cup will feature a clash between two Latin American teams. Argentina will face off against Colombia. Both sides boast impressive attacking resources, which could once again prove decisive. Who will advance to the final? Head-to-Head 📊 Statistical preview of official encounters between Argentina and Colombia: 4 matches played; home wins –...Full Story »

🔊 Can the French handle one of the tournament's revelations? In the U20 World Cup semifinals, Morocco face off against France. Both teams have recently showcased strong attacking play. Even at this late stage of the tournament, defense might take a back seat. Head-to-Head 📊 These teams have never faced each other before. Morocco U20 Team Overview The team's last official match took place o...Full Story »

[(Qingdao Hainiu F.C.) Strength]: 1. Qingdao Hainiu F.C. are currently in the relegation zone, facing a very critical survival situation. The team need points to escape relegation pressure and will not be too lax in their determination. [(Qingdao Hainiu F.C.) Weakness]: 1. Qingdao Hainiu F.C. defender Radmanovac was sent off with a direct red card in the last match and will be unavailable for t...Full Story »