World Cup 2026

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.

Tuchel wanted to eat grass after England’s World Cup win in Mexico

Tuchel said beating Mexico with a heroic defensive performance created a bond between himself and the players.

More than 100,000 back complaint over FIFA chief Gianni Infantino’s Trump ties, says FairSquare

US President Donald Trump (left) and FIFA president Gianni Infantino during the trophy presentation for the 2026 World Cup final in which Spain beat Argentina.

ST Full-time Report: Japan, Brazil to play World Cup rematch in S’pore in November

Argentina to honour retiring superstar Lionel Messi with 10th-minute tribute

Lionel Messi led Argentina to a runner-up finish in the 2026 World Cup.

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