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Lionel Scaloni has redesigned Argentina entirely around a 38-year-old Lionel Messi, masking absolute physical decline with supreme structural protection.

France enters the 2026 tournament with a tactical realignment. Kylian Mbappé moves to a left-channel striker role heavily protected by a massive midfield screen.

With the World Cup expanding to 48 teams, the traditional powerhouses face unprecedented pressure from highly organised, physically dominant dark horses.

Erling Haaland finally graces the World Cup stage. Under Stale Solbakken, Norway builds a strict tactical system around an isolated central striker and deep playmaking.

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.

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.

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.