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FIFA asked to strip US of World Cup hosting rights

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A cross-party group of UK Members of Parliament has urged FIFA to remove the United States from its role as a host nation and participant in the 2026 World Cup, citing recent controversial political actions.

World Cup qualification chances fuel Vietnam U23's opponent

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The 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup offers Jordan players a chance to prove themselves and potentially open the door to the 2026 World Cup.

FIFA president re-launches 'Wenger offside rule'

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FIFA president Gianni Infantino supports implementing an offside rule based on former coach Arsene Wenger's idea at the World Sports Summit (WSS), ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

Messi targets 2026 World Cup with Barcelona-era form

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Lionel Messi scored 46 goals as Inter Miami secured their first MLS Cup, with his peak performance seen as the foundation for his sixth career World Cup bid.

Spain's coach fears early clash with Argentina at World Cup

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According to coach Luis De La Fuente, a stumble in the group stage could lead to Spain facing reigning champions Argentina early in the 2026 World Cup.

FIFA president stops MC from revealing World Cup secret

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President Gianni Infantino prevented MC Kevin Hart from revealing details about the 2026 World Cup final's halftime show.

Messi could face Ronaldo in 2026 World Cup quarterfinals

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Following the group stage draw and knockout bracket, reigning champions Argentina and Portugal could meet early in the 2026 World Cup quarterfinals

Argentina coach avoids discussing early World Cup clash with Spain

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Following the group stage draw, coach Lionel Scaloni stated it is too early to discuss a potential knockout stage encounter between Argentina and Spain at the 2026 World Cup.

Tuchel: 'No easy opponents at the World Cup'

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Coach Thomas Tuchel and captain Harry Kane deny being in an easy group, emphasizing that all opponents deserve respect after England was drawn with Croatia, Ghana, and Panama for the 2026 World Cup.

Wenger: 'world cup quality not diluted by 48 teams'

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Fifa's global football development director Arsene Wenger asserts that the expansion of the world cup to 48 teams from 2026 is appropriate, dismissing concerns about a potential dilution of tournament quality.

Spain leads odds for 2026 World Cup victory

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Opta's supercomputer predicts Spain has a 17% chance of winning the 2026 World Cup, a probability that exceeds Portugal and Argentina's combined odds.