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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Tiny Curaçao Dreams Big on Debut
The smallest nation to ever qualify for the globe’s biggest tournament, the Blue Wave are looking to cause a shock in Group E. With a population of just over 150,000 and …
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Manuel Neuer returns – can Germany reach knockouts after consecutive early exits?
With consecutive World Cups ending at the group stage, Die Mannschaft are aiming to progress for the first time since they won the tournament in 2014. Germany had never failed to advance …
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‘Flower of Scotland’ to bloom again after 28 years
Scotland secured their FIFA World Cup qualification in dramatic fashion, scoring two stoppage-time goals in their final qualifier and sparking scenes of celebration across Glasgow. After an agonising 28-year absence, the …
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Haiti cause a shock on their return?
The Caribbean nation will make just their second appearance at the global tournament, hoping to do better than they did in 1974. Haiti will make only their second appearance at the FIFA World …
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Bosnia and Herzegovina looking to break new ground
After stunning Italy in their qualifying playoff final, Sergej Barbarez’s side are hoping to make it through to the knockouts for the first time. Bosnia and Herzegovina will contest the FIFA men’s World …
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With Son at the heart, Republic of Korea dare to dream big
The Republic of Korea are Asia’s most successful team at the FIFA World Cup, having finished fourth at the 2002 edition on their home soil. Led by star winger Son Heungmin, the Republic …
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Dzeko headlines Bosnia and Herzegovina World Cup squad
Coach Sergej Barbarez has named his 26-man squad for the finals in Canada, Mexico and the USA. Bosnia and Herzegovina have announced their 26-man squad for the FIFA World Cup 2026. …
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