Isidor and Bellegarde in Haiti World Cup squad

Scotland's World Cup Group C opponents Haiti name their 26-man squad.

2026 World Cup: France coach Deschamps reveals squad with surprises, key players and bold offensive shift

The coach of France's national football team revealed the 26-player squad selected to compete in the World Cup, which will be held in the United States, Canada and Mexico from June 11 to July 19.

Belle and Sebastian write Scotland anthem after dramatic World Cup qualifier

Lead singer Stuart Murdoch’s self-deprecating It Only Takes One Lion is inspired by team’s current song, Yes Sir, I Can Boogie The lyrics came to Stuart Murdoch in the hazy aftermath of Scotland’s dramatic qualification for the World Cup. The Belle and Sebastian frontman had watched his side’s playoff victory over Denmark through his fingers before deciding to write his own anthem to a team he has followed for more than 50 years. “Most people recognised instantly the next day that they’d witn...

By Lanre Bakare Arts and culture correspondent

Shakira returns to official World Cup song duty, this time with Burna Boy

FIFA's official 2026 World Cup song is "Dai Dai" from Shakira and Burna Boy. There are a number of factors that shape which songs define a tournament — and endure beyond it.

By Rachel Treisman

Ronaldo judged on form not age for Portugal at World Cup, says Martinez

Ronaldo will play in his fifth World Cup and is the record scorer at international level with 143 goals for Portugal.

'FIFA got greedy' ― Why football fans in India may not be able to watch World Cup games on TV this year

The 2026 World Cup is weeks away, but one of the most populated countries in the world doesn't have a broadcasting deal. Why?

Deschamps unveils France’s star-studded World Cup squad

Kylian Mbappe will spearhead France at the World Cup after coach Didier Deschamps on Thursday announced his 26-man squad for this summer's tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Deschamps, who guided France to World Cup glory in 2018 and will leave his role after the 2026 edition, included few surprises.

By FRANCE24

World Cup manager makes brutal call to drop captain as 26-man squad announced

World Cup squads are starting to be announced ahead of next month’s tournament

By Mark Gleeson

Close to the stadium, but a long way from the World Cup due to ICE and sky-high prices

Eight games will be played in Inglewood, California where Hispanics make up a large portion of the population but where few can afford tickets to the premier soccer event

By Isaías Alvarado

Ellyes Skhiri to captain Tunisia in World Cup as Rani Khedira receives call up

Ellyes Skhiri will be the captain of Tunisia in the World Cup after the 101-time international Ferjani Sassi was omitted from the final squad. Rani Khedira, Ismael Gharbi and Elias Saad are included i...

China’s state broadcaster announces deal to broadcast 2026 World Cup

Japan coach Hajime Moriyasu names squad for 2026 World Cup

Japan reached the Round of 16 at the last edition of the World Cup in Qatar in 2022.

Iran to hold pre-World Cup training camp in Türkiye: media

Iran’s national football team will hold a pre-World Cup training camp in Türkiye before heading to the United States.

Shakira on Performing at the First FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Halftime Show With BTS & Madonna | Billboard News

Shakira and Global Citizen cofounder and CEO Hugh Evans talk about being a part of and performing at the first ever FIFA World Cup 2026 final halftime show with BTS and Madonna. Shakira: First of all, I’m honored to be performing alongside Madonna and BTS. I think that this is going to be completely different […]

By Stefanie Tanaka

Shakira and Burna Boy's Dai Dai review: Best World Cup song yet? How it compares to decades of anthems - The National

Shakira and Burna Boy's Dai Dai review: Best World Cup song yet? How it compares to decades of anthems  The National

China state broadcaster secures WC rights

The agreement includes broadcast rights for TV, internet and mobile

By AFP

Nigeria to battle Spain, China at FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup

Nigeria qualified for the championship after overcoming Malawi 3-2 on aggregate in the final qualifying round The post Nigeria to battle Spain, China at FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

By Tunde Eludini

Saudi PIF doubles down on football with FIFA World Cup partnership

Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund has deepened its ties with global football, becoming an official tournament supporter of the FIFA World Cup while reaffirming its long-term pus...

Belgium include out-of-shape Lukaku in World Cup team

Belgium includes star striker Romelu Lukaku in their World Cup squad despite recent injury, as the coach hopes he can regain fitness for the tournament. Read More: https://punchng.com/belgium-include-out-of-shape-lukaku-in-world-cup-team/

By Punch Newspapers

Falconets to face Spain, China in U-20 Women’s World Cup group stage

The 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup is expected to showcase some of the brightest young talents in women’s football, with Nigeria aiming to deliver another memorable outing at the competition. The post Falconets to face Spain, China in U-20 Women’s World Cup group stage appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Henry Oduah

Who could make a late case for Ghana’s World Cup squad? Seven names worth watching

With just over a month until the 2026 FIFA World Cup begins on June 11, the countdown is starting to feel real. Several nations have already opened pre-tournament camps, while others have begun naming provisional squads. In the coming weeks, focus will shift firmly to final selections as coaches make difficult decisions ahead of football’s biggest stage.

By Fentuo Tahiru

Didier Deschamps can still make changes to his World Cup squad until June 15th. - Seneweb

Didier Deschamps can still make changes to his World Cup squad until June 15th.  Seneweb

World Cup 2026: Ivory Coast name squad without forward Wilfried Zaha - BBC

World Cup 2026: Ivory Coast name squad without forward Wilfried Zaha  BBC