Thomas Tuchel cautions England over ‘difficult’ World Cup group
Thomas Tuchel has warned England against complacency at the 2026 FIFA World Cup having been drawn against Croatia, Ghana and Panama in group L. In the draws conducted on Friday in the United States, the 1966 champions were handed a favorable draw and will be favorites to progress as group winners to the next round. […]
Thomas Tuchel backs England’s 2026 World Cup dream
England manager Thomas Tuchel says his squad has every right to dream of lifting the 2026 World Cup. The Three Lions will find out their group opponents when the draw for the showpiece tournament takes place on Friday evening. England are guaranteed to avoid Spain, France and reigning champions Argentina until the semifinals, should all teams […]
Ben Chilwell eyes shock England World Cup spot
Ben Chilwell is targeting a return to the England squad but admits he still has plenty of work to do to convince head coach Thomas Tuchel to hand him a recall. The 28-year-old has made 21 appearances for the Three Lions since his debut in 2018, but has not featured for the side since 2024. […]
Schlotterbeck fancying Germany’s World Cup chances after Slovakia thumping
Nico Schlotterbeck believes Germany sent a clear message about their World Cup potential with their ruthless dismantling of Slovakia, insisting the team can make a deep run in next year’s tournament if they maintain that level. Germany entered Monday’s decisive group fixture under real pressure, knowing anything less than a result against a Slovakia team […]
Thomas Tuchel opens up on plans for England’s World Cup squad
England boss Thomas Tuchel has shared some insights into his plans for the Three Lions’ 2026 FIFA World Cup squad, insisting that he will prioritize the balance of the team over the involvement of big name players. The Three Lions have incredible depth in almost every area of the pitch and Tuchel is expecting to […]
Ancelotti issues verdict on Neymar’s possible return to Brazil national team
Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has backed Neymar to fight his way back into the national team ahead of next year’s World Cup. Ancelotti, appointed in May as Brazil’s first foreign coach in six decades, has already guided the five-time world champions to qualification for the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Mexico and […]
Brazil send 2026 World Cup warning to rivals after five-star display in Seoul
Brazil delivered a stunning statement of intent ahead of the 2026 World Cup, sweeping past Son Heung-min’s South Korea with a ruthless 5-0 victory in a rain-soaked friendly in Seoul on Friday. Chelsea’s teenage sensation Estevao and Real Madrid’s Rodrygo both struck twice, while Vinicius Junior added a late fifth to seal a commanding performance […]
Ancelotti sends clear message to Brazil players ahead of 2026 World Cup
Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has stressed that the team’s collective attitude will be more decisive than tactical setups and individual glory as preparations intensify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Ancelotti took charge of the Selecao in May, shortly after leaving Real Madrid, and has already guided them to qualification for next year’s tournament […]
Real Madrid’s Mastantuono targets World Cup spot with Argentina
Real Madrid forward Franco Mastantuono has expressed desire to represent Argentina at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Mastantuono, 18, has enjoyed a meteoric rise in his career, earning a big move to Spanish giants Real Madrid in the summer, where he has become a regular. He made his official debut against Chile in June, becoming […]
