Pep Guardiola has admitted that he has "never trusted" VAR as Manchester City face an uphill battle to catch Arsenal in the Premier League title race. The Catalan coach insists his players must take matters into their own hands rather than relying on a system he likens to a "flip of a coin" following more officiating drama involving the Gunners...Full Story »

Aside from a bleak run from 1970 to 1990, Switzerland have been World Cup regulars over the years and booked their spot in North America with a strong qualifying run...Full Story »

Having treated the Tartan Army supporters to two successive European Championships after some dramatic qualifying campaigns, Steve Clarke's side went one better as they topped a group containing Denmark, Greece and Belarus to seal their place at the 2026 World Cup in North America with a thrilling 4-2 triumph over the Danes at Hampden Park...Full Story »

It'll be a little more than 20 years since Norway last competed at a men's World Cup by the time they take to the field in the 2026 edition...Full Story »

While a crowning glory has so far eluded them, Croatia have proven they aren't a team to be dismissed flippantly when it comes to World Cups...Full Story »

Belgium will head to the 2026 World Cup as one of the dark horses to win the entire competition. ...Full Story »

Austria have secured their qualification for the 2026 World Cup as they go in search of their very first international trophy...Full Story »

Uruguay have secured their qualification for the 2026 World Cup and are one of the most historically successful sides to enter the competition. ...Full Story »

Paraguay have secured their qualification for the 2026 World Cup in the United States of America, Mexico and Canada. ...Full Story »

Real Betis have achieved a historic milestone by mathematically securing their place in the next edition of the Champions League after a 2-1 win over Elche in La Liga. Brazilian winger Antony became the voice of the Betis fans after certifying a return to Europe's top competition more than two decades in the making...Full Story »

Algeria are back at the World Cup for the first time in 12 years and have a squad packed full of exciting talent for the tournament in the United States, Mexico and Canada...Full Story »

Ivory Coast are heading for their first World Cup in 12 years after topping their qualification group ahead of Gabon for the tournament in the United States, Mexico and Canada...Full Story »

Mohamed Salah's Egypt are back at the World Cup for the first time 2018 after an impressive qualifying campaign. The Pharaohs were unbeaten in their group, winning eight out of 10 games to ensure they comfortably finished top of the pile...Full Story »

Ghana are heading for their fifth World Cup after an impressive qualifying campaign that saw the Black Stars win eight of their 10 qualifiers and take up one of Africa’s nine automatic spots...Full Story »

The heated rivalry between Barcelona and Real Madrid has reached another boiling point after Florentino Perez launched a scathing attack on the Catalan giants regarding the Negreira case. Perez sensationally claimed that league titles have been "stolen" from Los Blancos, prompting an immediate and stern response from the Camp Nou board...Full Story »

Senegal head into World Cup 2026 fresh from a controversial and chaotic AFCON tournament. The Lions of Terranga beat Morocco in the final but the game was marred by awful scenes as Senegal actually walked off the pitch after the hosts were awarded a penalty. Senegal have since been stripped of their title after the Confederation of African Football's appeals board ruled they forfeited the game ...Full Story »

Iran have qualified for World Cup 2026 in what will be a fourth straight appearance in the tournament. Amir Ghalenoei's side put in a strong showing in qualifying, winning seven of 10 games to top their group and qualify automatically for the finals in the USA, Mexico and Canada...Full Story »

How Chinese owners Suning turned Inter into Serie A champions and Champions League finalists with massive spending — only for mounting debts, COVID losses, and failed sponsorships to hand the club to Oaktree. A must-read financial autopsy of winning without sustainability...Full Story »

[(Real Madrid CF) Strength]: 1. Real Madrid have scored 70 goals this season, averaging 2 goals per game, with attacking firepower second only to Barcelona. The team's scoring ability is reliable.2. Real Madrid have achieved 14 wins, 1 draw, and 2 losses at home this season, with a win rate of 82.4%, fully demonstrating their home advantage. ...Full Story »

[(Girona) Strength]: 1. Girona currently sit third from bottom in the league with 39 points, inside the relegation zone. They must secure points at home to move out of the relegation zone.2. Girona won the first meeting between the two teams this season, coming from behind to win 2-1 away, which gives them a psychological advantage. ...Full Story »