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Scotland 2026 World Cup kits: home, away, release dates and prices

adidas has revealed Scotland’s 2026 World Cup home kit as the nation prepares for a long-awaited return to the tournament. The dark navy design was unveiled on 5 November 2025 and went on sale in stores and online from 6 November 2025. The jersey leans into national pride with

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Australia World Cup 2026 kits: home, away, release dates and prices

Australia’s 2026 World Cup kits have landed as part of Iconic Australia, a collection marking two decades on the world stage and pointing toward the future. The range balances heritage and progression, honouring moments that defined Australian football while embracing a new generation of belief and ambition. Its design

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Alex Morgan backs USMNT to make World Cup run

If anyone knows what it feels like to be days away from a World Cup, it’s Alex Morgan. The U.S. women's legend played in three World Cups, won two, and competed in three Olympics. Now retired, she remains involved as an investor in women's

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Who is OG Anunoby? The Knicks star behind the Finals tip

Ogugua “OG” Anunoby delivered a dramatic finish in Game 4 of the NBA Finals in June 2026, tipping in a loose ball after Jalen Brunson’s long three bounced off the rim. The soft tip gave New York a one-point lead with 1.2 seconds remaining, and the Knicks held

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Mead and McCabe headline early grades in 2026 women's transfer window

The 2026 women's summer transfer window is underway and early grades have been issued for some headline moves as clubs reshape their squads. Several big names are already linked with moves in the coming weeks, and hefty fees and a few shocks are expected before the window closes.

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Shakira opens 2026 World Cup with 'Dai Dai' performance

Shakira kicked off the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup with an upbeat opening ceremony at Mexico City’s Estadio Azteca, delivering "Dai Dai," the tournament’s official anthem she co-wrote with Burna Boy. She performed during the first of three opening ceremonies staged in Mexico City. Dazzling

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Brighton make £30m bid for Luka Vuskovic after rejecting Spurs bids for Van Hecke

Brighton have lodged a £30 million bid for Tottenham defender Luka Vuskovic as they look to strengthen after qualifying for European football. The 19-year-old Croatian centre-back has emerged as a key target for Fabian Hurzeler. Vuskovic enhanced his reputation during a loan at Hamburg, where he scored six goals in

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How to get tickets to see Lionel Messi at World Cup 2026

Lionel Messi may still be playing for Inter Miami, but supporters are hoping to see him back in Argentina’s famous blue and white at the World Cup 2026 in North America. With the curtain set to fall on his international career, fans have been eagerly buying tickets; Argentina’s

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World Cup 2026 Golden Ball favourites led by Yamal, Kane and Mbappé

The 2026 World Cup is underway and attention is turning to the Golden Ball, voted for by media representatives to recognise the tournament's most impactful and all-round performers. While strikers have often won the prize, midfielders and even a goalkeeper have been honoured; past recipients include Paolo Rossi,

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Transfer trades of the week: Gordon to Barcelona, Robertson to Tottenham

With the transfer window opening on June 15 for many of Europe's top leagues, here is a round-up of the biggest completed moves so far this summer. Andrew Robertson left Liverpool after Arne Slot's second season limited his playing time; the Scotland captain, who made almost

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How to buy Egypt World Cup 2026 tickets: dates, prices & info

Fans can book seats to see Mohamed Salah, Omar Marmoush and others in World Cup action this summer. Egypt will meet Belgium, New Zealand and Iran in the group stage, and demand for tickets is expected to be high. Here is the latest on fixtures, how to buy and typical

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How to buy Belgium World Cup 2026 tickets: dates, prices & fixtures

Belgium remain a major force in international football, having reached at least the last eight in four recent major tournaments and finishing third at the 2018 World Cup. While Vincent Kompany, Eden Hazard and Dries Mertens have retired, the current squad features Jeremy Doku, Kevin De Bruyne and Romelu Lukaku.

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PSG enter race to sign West Ham duo Fernandes and Summerville

Paris Saint-Germain have established contact with West Ham United over a potential double transfer for midfielder Mateus Fernandes and winger Crysencio Summerville, with sporting director Luis Campos leading the pursuit as PSG look to add depth to challenge on multiple fronts. Preliminary discussions have been opened following West Ham’s

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Eder Militao backs Mourinho's return to Real Madrid

Real Madrid centre-back Eder Militao has reacted to Jose Mourinho's sensational return to the Bernabeu on a three-year contract. The Brazilian, sidelined with a long-term injury that cost him his place at the World Cup, said he is optimistic about working under the Portuguese manager next season. Florentino

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Atletico Madrid pursue PSG midfielder Lee Kang-in with €35m valuation

Atletico Madrid have made PSG midfielder Lee Kang-in a priority summer target as Diego Simeone seeks more creativity in midfield. The South Korea international is keen on a return to Spain, and PSG will listen to offers if their €35m valuation is met. Simeone has long admired the 25-year-old'

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From Hoffenheim exile to Curaçao return: Joshua Brenet faces Germany

Curaçao are the smallest nation to reach a World Cup, with a population of just 156,000, and are coached by 78-year-old Dick Advocaat, the tournament's oldest manager. Most of the squad are Netherlands-born; only Tahith Chong was born on the island. Six players in the 26-man group

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Spike Lee says he'd trade an Oscar 'in a second' for a Knicks title

Filmmaker Spike Lee said he would give up one of his Oscars to see the Knicks win the NBA Finals. "I got two. I would trade the honorary one and keep the one for screenwriting for 'BlacKkKlansman,'" he said. "Trade that in a second."

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Nagelsmann once dropped him — Brenet's road to a Curaçao World Cup reunion

Curaçao is one of the World Cup’s more unusual participants: with a population of just 156,000 it is the smallest country ever to qualify, yet its team draws heavily on a larger pool of players through historic ties to the Netherlands. Only one of the 26 players in

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Korea secure 2–1 win as In-beom Hwang sparks comeback

Korea Republic began their World Cup campaign with a 2–1 win over Czech Republic, overturning a 59th-minute header from Ladislav Krejci. The hosts had dominated possession and the clearer chances but fell behind to a set-piece goal. In a decisive 21-minute spell, In-beom Hwang equalised in the 67th minute

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World Cup Fever in Guadalajara

Guadalajara hosted World Cup matches in 1986 and again in 2026. The newer Guadalajara Stadium (Estadio Akron) sits in Zapopan, a municipality northwest of the city; it was built in 2010 on land that was farmland in 1986. Designers drew on the nearby volcanic terrain, setting the stadium on a

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Argentina reclaim top spot in FIFA Men’s World Rankings as World Cup kicks off

Argentina have reclaimed the number one spot in the FIFA Men’s World Rankings. The update comes at the perfect time for Lionel Scaloni’s side, with the 2026 World Cup now officially underway as Argentina seek to defend their crown. While Lionel Messi and company celebrate their return to

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Thunderous Azteca triumph offers respite from Mexico City street strife

The walk to Estadio Ciudad de México — the Azteca — on Thursday exposed two sides of Mexico as the World Cup opened. Fans funneled by volunteers and steel barriers chanted, waved the tricolor and drank in the street to the sound of traditional banda music. A short way down the route,

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Jurgen Klopp targets Rangers boss Danny Rohl for Red Bull Salzburg role

Jurgen Klopp, head of global soccer at Red Bull, has set his sights on Rangers manager Danny Rohl to lead Red Bull Salzburg after Daniel Beichler's departure, German publication Bild says. Klopp has been impressed by Rohl's job at Ibrox and a formal approach from Salzburg

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Andy Robertson carries Diogo Jota's World Cup dream

Seconds from time in Liverpool's 1-0 win over Manchester City at Anfield on October 16, 2022, Diogo Jota pulled up with a calf problem that would sideline him for months and rule him out of Portugal's 2022 World Cup. Jurgen Klopp said Jota "knew it&

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Why England will win the 2026 World Cup

The FA and manager Thomas Tuchel have made a single aim clear: winning the 2026 World Cup. As the tournament opens and England prepare to face Croatia, the task is to end 60 years without a major trophy. Harry Kane will form part of a crucial spine that could carry