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France Reveals 2026 World Cup Squad

France's national football team coach Didier Deschamps has announced the 26-player squad for the 2026 World Cup. The team is led by stars Kylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembélé, with some notable players missing out.

14 May, 06:23 — 14 May, 20:41
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APVery High3h ago

Saudi Arabia continues its soccer push with a World Cup deal, even after pulling out of LIV Golf - AP News

Saudi Arabia continues its soccer push with a World Cup deal, even after pulling out of LIV Golf  AP News

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BBCHigh32m ago

Mbappe and Dembele lead France World Cup squad

Kylian Mbappe and Ballon d'Or holder Ousmane Dembele will lead a star-studded France attack after Didier Deschamps announced his 26-man squad for this summer's World Cup.

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le-mondeHigh56m ago

2026 World Cup: France reveal their 26-player squad

Coach Didier Deschamps on Thursday announced his squad for this summer's tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Kylian Mbappé will likely captain the team despite a thigh injury sustained last month.

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Al JazeeraMostly Factual1h ago

Mbappe and Dembele head up star-studded France World Cup squad

Kylian Mbappe will spearhead France at the World Cup as national team coach Didier Deschamps announces his 26-man squad.

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CNNMostly Factual11h ago

World Cup halftime show performers announced - CNN

World Cup halftime show performers announced  CNN

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France 24High51m ago

Mbappé heads up France squad in Deschamps' final World Cup bid

Kylian Mbappé will lead France’s bid for World Cup glory after coach Didier Deschamps named a largely unchanged 26-man squad Thursday for this summer’s tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Mbappé, recovering from a thigh injury suffered during Real Madrid’s title run-in, is still expected to captain the team.

By FRANCE 24

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marketwatchMostly Factual44m ago

This summer’s World Cup will be no match for Taylor Swift when it comes to live events

The World Cup runs from June 11 to July 19, with games being played in cities across the U.S., Canada and Mexico. Tickets went on sale in October and have sold for as much as $10,000, with the cheapest options to see the U.S. team running around $1,640.

By Bill Peters

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The IndependentMostly Factual3h ago

Carlo Ancelotti signs Brazil contract extension weeks before bid for World Cup glory

Carlo Ancelotti has committed his future to the Brazilian national team ahead of this summer’s World Cup

By Press Association Sport Reporters

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YahooMostly Factual34m ago

Didier Deschamps on picking his World Cup squad: “I’m aware that it’s tough for some players.”

In the wake of his World Cup squad announcement this Thursday night, Didier Deschamps faced the press to discuss the decisions he made in picking his 26 players. Few surprises were expected in the le...

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straits-timesMostly Factual8h ago

Potter's stormy season set to end on World Cup high with Sweden - The Straits Times

Potter's stormy season set to end on World Cup high with Sweden  The Straits Times

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rfi-englishMostly Factual1h ago

France boss Deschamps unveils 26-man list for 2026 World Cup

Didier Deschamps on Thursday night anointed the Real Madrid striker Kylian Mbappé as captain of the squad for the 2026 football World Cup in the United States, Mexico and Canada.

By RFI

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channel-news-asiaMostly Factual1h ago

Uncapped goalkeeper gets first French call up in World Cup squad

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ANSAMostly Factual3h ago

Ancelotti extends contract with Brazil until 2030 World Cup

(ANSA) - ROME, MAY 14 - The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) has officially extended Carlo Ancelotti's contract until the 2030 World Cup, confirming the Italian coach as head coach of the Seleção for a full World Cup cycle. Ancelotti, who turns 67 next month, is nicknamed "Carletto" in Italy and "Don Carlo" in Spain, and is regarded as one of the greatest football managers of all time. Former AC Milan, As Roma and Italy midfielder Ancelotti has won the UEFA Champions League five times, ...

By ANSA

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korea-joongangMostly Factual14h ago

BTS to perform at first-ever FIFA World Cup final halftime show - Korea JoongAng Daily

BTS to perform at first-ever FIFA World Cup final halftime show  Korea JoongAng Daily

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billboardMostly Factual4h ago

From BTS to Madonna & More, Who Are You Most Excited to See Perform at the 2026 World Cup? Vote!

Shakira, Katy Perry, J Balvin, LISA and others will also take the stage.

By Hannah Dailey

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express-tribuneMostly Factual10h ago

Canadian football ready for World Cup

They will face Bosnia-Herzegovina on June 12 in their World Cup opener

By AFP

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Daily SabahMixed1h ago

Madonna, Shakira, BTS to feature in 1st World Cup final halftime show

The World Cup final will, for the first time, include a Super Bowl-style concert, football's governing body announced on Thursday. The final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey...

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buenos-aires-heraldMostly Factual4h ago

BTS, Shakira and Madonna to headline World Cup final halftime show

FIFA announced the trio of stars for the show, that will replace the traditional closing ceremony, a change that’s causing controversy La entrada BTS, Shakira and Madonna to headline World Cup final halftime show se publicó primero en Buenos Aires Herald.

By Fernando Romero Nuñez

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punch-ngMostly Factual18m ago

Mbappe, Dembele lead France squad for 2026 World Cup

Didier Deschamps announces the France World Cup squad for 2026, with stars Kylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembélé leading a powerful team to North America. Read More: https://punchng.com/mbappe-dembele-lead-france-squad-for-2026-world-cup/

By Punch Newspapers

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Mexico NewsMixed1h ago

World Cup heat pushes focus on fan and player safety

The World Cup will face heat challenges, but organizers and local authorities across the three host countries are working to mitigate them for both players and fans. The post World Cup heat pushes focus on fan and player safety appeared first on Mexico News Daily

By Charlotte Smith

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vanguard-ngMixed1h ago

Camavinga, Muani absent as France name squad for 2026 World Cup

Kylian Mbappe will spearhead France at the World Cup after national team coach Didier Deschamps on Thursday announced his 26-man squad for this summer's tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico. The post Camavinga, Muani absent as France name squad for 2026 World Cup appeared first on Vanguard News.

By efosataiwo@vanguardngr.com

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star-kenyaMixed10h ago

Madonna, Shakira & BTS to headline World Cup half-time show - the-star.co.ke

Madonna, Shakira & BTS to headline World Cup half-time show  the-star.co.ke

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myjoyonlineMixed4h ago

‘Iran still waiting on World Cup visas’

Iran players are still waiting to be issued with visas for the World Cup, says Iranian FA president Medhi Taj.

By Abubakar Ibrahim

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tunisia-liveMixed7h ago

Expert opinion: The ideal Tunisia squad for the 2026 World Cup according to Hichem Ghozia - Yahoo Sports Canada

Expert opinion: The ideal Tunisia squad for the 2026 World Cup according to Hichem Ghozia  Yahoo Sports Canada

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actualite-cdMixed6h ago

Every FIFA country code at World Cup 2026 - MSN

Every FIFA country code at World Cup 2026  MSN

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Coverage Timeline

First report: korea-joongang · 14 May, 06:23Full coverage: 32 · 14hWindow: 14h
korea-joongang14 May, 06:23First to report

BTS to perform at first-ever FIFA World Cup final halftime show - Korea JoongAng Daily

2h later
dhaka-tribune14 May, 08:19

Portugal coach heaps praise as Ronaldo heads into record sixth World Cup - Dhaka Tribune

1h later
CNN14 May, 09:25

World Cup halftime show performers announced - CNN

express-tribune14 May, 10:13

Canadian football ready for World Cup

star-kenya14 May, 10:38

Madonna, Shakira & BTS to headline World Cup half-time show - the-star.co.ke

2h later
seneweb14 May, 12:19

2026 World Cup: Good news for Senegalese fans - Seneweb

straits-times14 May, 12:52

Potter's stormy season set to end on World Cup high with Sweden - The Straits Times

tunisia-live14 May, 13:35

Expert opinion: The ideal Tunisia squad for the 2026 World Cup according to Hichem Ghozia - Yahoo Sports Canada

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actualite-cd14 May, 14:56

Every FIFA country code at World Cup 2026 - MSN

klix-ba14 May, 15:29

Mijenjanje sličica za Svjetsko prvenstvo bit će organizovano u nedjelju u Sarajevu: "Da pokažemo da smo najluđi"

abidjan-net14 May, 15:46

Lee Jae-sung: Team First, World Cup Goal Next - 조선일보

balkan-web14 May, 16:02

Finalja e Botërorit si Super Bowl, tre gjigantë të muzikës globale do të dhurojnë spektakël si kurrë më parë

billboard14 May, 16:11

From BTS to Madonna & More, Who Are You Most Excited to See Perform at the 2026 World Cup? Vote!

myjoyonline14 May, 16:12

‘Iran still waiting on World Cup visas’

Ahram Online14 May, 16:54

Japan's Mitoma a major doubt for World Cup - World - Sports - Ahram Online

observador14 May, 16:57

Cientistas alertam FIFA para calor extremo no Mundial

buenos-aires-herald14 May, 16:57

BTS, Shakira and Madonna to headline World Cup final halftime show

AP14 May, 17:11

Saudi Arabia continues its soccer push with a World Cup deal, even after pulling out of LIV Golf - AP News

ANSA14 May, 17:19

Ancelotti extends contract with Brazil until 2030 World Cup

The Independent14 May, 17:41

Carlo Ancelotti signs Brazil contract extension weeks before bid for World Cup glory

2h later
Daily Sabah14 May, 19:17

Madonna, Shakira, BTS to feature in 1st World Cup final halftime show

channel-news-asia14 May, 19:22

Uncapped goalkeeper gets first French call up in World Cup squad

vanguard-ng14 May, 19:23

Camavinga, Muani absent as France name squad for 2026 World Cup

Mexico News14 May, 19:26

World Cup heat pushes focus on fan and player safety

rfi-english14 May, 19:31

France boss Deschamps unveils 26-man list for 2026 World Cup

Al Jazeera14 May, 19:40

Mbappe and Dembele head up star-studded France World Cup squad

le-monde14 May, 20:03

2026 World Cup: France reveal their 26-player squad

France 2414 May, 20:08

Mbappé heads up France squad in Deschamps' final World Cup bid

marketwatch14 May, 20:15

This summer’s World Cup will be no match for Taylor Swift when it comes to live events

Yahoo14 May, 20:25

Didier Deschamps on picking his World Cup squad: “I’m aware that it’s tough for some players.”

BBC14 May, 20:27

Mbappe and Dembele lead France World Cup squad

punch-ng14 May, 20:41Latest update

Mbappe, Dembele lead France squad for 2026 World Cup