World Cup 2026

Crisis-hit Italian FA placed under national Olympic committee’s control

In a compromise between CONI president Luciano Buonfiglio and the Olympic committee, Giovanni Malago remains acting head of Italian football.

Jurgen Klopp’s Germany are putting in the effort but not getting results yet

Germany coach Jurgen Klopp reacting during the 0-0 Nations League draw with Greece at Toumba Stadium in Thessaloniki, Greece, on Oct 4.

Messi readies for final farewell in Argentina send-off

After more than two decades of service to his country, Lionel Messi will hand over the captain’s armband for good.

Carlo Ancelotti happy as friendly tour provides first building blocks of a new Brazil

Brazil’s forward Samuel Lino gesturing after scoring a goal during the 4-0 friendly win over India in Kolkata on Oct 3.

Thomas Tuchel seeks tonic to England World Cup ‘scar’ in Spain showdown

England manager Thomas Tuchel needs a positive response to silence criticism of how the Three Lions’ World Cup ended.

Italy football hopes for new dawn under returning Mancini

Roberto Mancini, the architect of Italy’s last major triumph at Euro 2020, is back as head coach.

World Cup ‘not enough’ as Spain begin next chapter

Spain’s coach Luis de la Fuente leads a training session ahead of his side’s UEFA Nations League football match against England on Sept 22.

Spain extend coach Luis de la Fuente’s contract to 2032

Spanish Royal Football Federation president Rafael Louzan (left) and head coach Luis de la Fuente at an event announcing de la Fuente’s contract extension.

Cristiano Ronaldo included in Jorge Jesus’ first Portugal squad

Cristiano Ronaldo confirmed in July that the 2026 World Cup would be his last, but he was unwilling to make a hasty call on his international future.

Trent Alexander-Arnold returns to England squad as Thomas Tuchel makes 10 changes from World Cup

Real Madrid’s Trent Alexander-Arnold had not featured for England since June 2025.

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.