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‘Why not us?’: Does the US really have a chance of lifting the World Cup?
Instead of playing down his side’s chances, Mauricio Pochettino implies that US can win the World Cup on home soil.
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World Cup dark horses: Haaland leads Norway’s hopes after 28-year absence
Led by superstar forward Erling Haaland, Norway impressed in qualifying to reach their first World Cup since 1998.
‘United’ Spain first as Barcelona top absent Real Madrid in World Cup squad
Real’s absence from Spain’s World Cup squad, while Barca dominate picks, explained by coach as ‘united nation’ first.
Minorities at World Cup fear ICE threat and how US immigration is enforced
Fear of ICE threat concerns fans, including Haitians in Massachusetts, where one of their biggest diasporas resides.
Inter Miami says Messi dealing with ‘overload’, fatigue in left hamstring
Messi’s return to physical activity will ‘depend on his clinical and functional progress’, according to Inter Miami.
Mexico to host Iran team during 2026 FIFA World Cup amid US tensions
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum says United States did not want to host Iranian football team during tournament.
What are the 10 biggest FIFA World Cup upsets in history?
Nothing makes the news like an unfancied or low-ranked team pulling off a shock result at the football World Cup.
Yamal in Spain’s World Cup squad, but no room for Real Madrid players
Yamal is one of eight Barcelona players selected by Luis de la Fuente in the 26-man squad.
Will Messi play in the World Cup after his Inter Miami injury scare?
Messi asks for a substitution and walks off, feeling his hamstring weeks ahead of Argentina’s World Cup title defence.
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Mexico City paints record-breaking football mural ahead of World Cup
Mexico City unveiled a mural that earned a Guinness World Record ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
Published On 25 May 2026
From: NewsFeed
Iran team trains through World Cup uncertainty
Al Jazeera exclusive footage follows Iran’s national football team as they train for the World Cup in Turkiye.
Published On 24 May 2026
