Football News
Pre-tournament headlines, squads, transfers, injuries and host-city reporting from across the FIFA World Cup 2026 build-up.
Scaloni Confirms Argentina's Final 26-Man Squad, Messi to Captain
Lionel Scaloni has named his final 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup, confirming Lionel Messi will captain the side in what could be his final tournament. There was a shock, however, with Manchester United's Alejandro Garnacho failing to make the cut.
Latest
9 stories- Transfers· 2 Jun
Premier League Heavyweights Scout Lamine Yamal Ahead of World Cup
Scouts from Manchester City, Arsenal, and Liverpool were in attendance at Spain's recent friendlies, with their focus firmly on Barcelona's 19-year-old sensation, Lamine Yamal. Barcelona, however, remain steadfast that the player is not for sale.
Sofia Reyes · 7 min read - Injury· 2 Jun
Mbappé Suffers Minor Ankle Injury Scare in Training
France captain Kylian Mbappé sustained a minor ankle knock during a closed-doors friendly at Clairefontaine, but the French Football Federation has confirmed no serious damage, with the forward expected to be fit for their World Cup opener.
Elena Marchetti · 6 min read - Fan Culture· 1 Jun
Host Cities Unveil Expansive Fan Zones Ahead of World Cup Kick-Off
Fans in the host nations are gearing up for the World Cup with the opening of several major fan zones. Mexico City, Toronto, and Kansas City are among the first to unveil their plans for massive public viewing areas.
Daniel Okafor · 7 min read - Off-Pitch· 1 Jun
Leaked Photos Reveal Scale of World Cup Opening Ceremony at Azteca
Leaked images from a dress rehearsal at the Estadio Azteca have offered a first glimpse of the ambitious 2026 World Cup opening ceremony. FIFA has since confirmed the show will be a 90-minute spectacle with a tri-national theme.
Daniel Okafor · 6 min read - Match Analysis· 30 May
Haaland Hits Brace as Norway Cruise Past Denmark in Final Friendly
Norway have sent a clear message to their World Cup group opponents with a commanding 4-1 victory over rivals Denmark in Oslo. Erling Haaland was the star, scoring two goals in a powerhouse performance.
Amira Haddad · 7 min read - Match Analysis· 29 May
Bellingham Shines as England See Off Iceland in Final Send-Off Match
Jude Bellingham delivered a masterful two-assist performance as England dispatched Iceland 3-0 at a jubilant St James' Park in their final warm-up match before departing for the 2026 World Cup.
Amira Haddad · 8 min read - Refereeing· 28 May
FIFA Rolls Out Upgraded Offside Tech and 3D Replays for World Cup
FIFA has unveiled its latest advancements in officiating technology for the 2026 World Cup, including an upgraded semi-automated offside system and new 3D graphical replays for stadium screens to enhance fan understanding.
Corynix Desk · 8 min read - Tournament Updates· 20 May
Deschamps Names France's Final 26-Man World Cup Squad
Didier Deschamps has confirmed the 26 players who will represent France at the 2026 World Cup, with OGC Nice youngster Mathis Poirier the surprise inclusion and Kylian Mbappé reconfirmed as captain.
Sofia Reyes · 7 min read - Off-Pitch· 15 Apr
FIFA Launches Official Ticket Resale Platform with Price Caps
FIFA has officially launched its Verified Resale Platform for World Cup 2026 tickets, implementing a face-value cap of plus-25% to combat touting. The platform has already seen tens of thousands of tickets listed.
Hiroshi Tanaka · 7 min read
