After a number of near misses, the Three Lions will be desperate to finally land some silverware for their success-starved supporters. It has now been 60 years since England last won the FIFA World …
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Austria ready to make up for lost time
Das Team return to the global stage after a 28-year hiatus, looking to progress through a group which includes champions Argentina. After a 28-year absence, Austria will return to the top table of …
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Erling Haaland leads golden generation after 28-year absence
Norway were the best attacking side in the UEFA qualifying for the FIFA World Cup with a staggering 37 goals across eight matches. Back on football’s grandest stage after a 28-year absence, Norway head …
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From the Atlantic to the World: How Far Can Debutants Cabo Verde Go?
Cabo Verde defied odds to qualify for their first ever FIFA World Cup tournament, but what more should the world expect from the Atlantic Ocean archipelago from the West coast of …
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Can New Zealand’s Minnows Reach the Knockouts?
The only team to qualify from Oceania, New Zealand arrive at the FIFA World Cup in search of their first win at the men’s World Cup. For the first time since …
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Can Belgium finally go all the way?
Having failed to make it out of their group at Qatar 2022, the Red Devils are looking to make amends in North America in 2026. After sensationally crashing out of Qatar …
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Can Tunisia turn consistency into performance and reach knock-out rounds?
In six previous appearances at the FIFA World Cup, Tunisia have not advanced beyond the group stage. Can the Eagles of Carthage change that in 2026? Cameroon and Morocco are the …
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Sweden back after ‘great escape’ under Graham Potter
After missing the 2022 World Cup, Sweden return for the 2026 global showpiece in North America, this time under the guidance of a new manager, Graham Potter. Sweden pulled off what was …
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In-form Japan eyeing best-ever run
The nation is determined to break new ground by reaching the quarter-finals for the first time on their eighth appearance. Since making their debut at France 1998, Japan have not missed a FIFA World …
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Can Franck Kessié lead a new generation of Côte d’Ivoire stars?
The ‘Elephants’ have not been at the World Cup since 2014, and now former-player-turned coach Emerse Faé must inspire his squad to new heights. For the first time since 2014, Côte d’Ivoire are …
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