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Carlo Ancelotti to Thomas Tuchel: Meet the coaches of FIFA World Cup 2026

From experienced tacticians like Carlo Ancelotti and Didier Deschamps to younger modern coaches such as Julian Nagelsmann, the competition promises fascinating tactical battles.

FIFA World Cup 2026 predictions: Winners and Runner-ups for all 12 groups

Hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, the competition promises heavyweight clashes, debut stories, and potential upsets across all groups.

Crystal Palace beat Rayo Vallecano 1-0 for UEFA Conference League title

Crystal Palace didn't want to be in the third-tier Conference League and Jean-Philippe Mateta nearly left the club. On Wednesday, it was Mateta's goal that won Palace the title. A season which began with pleas to play in a higher competition ended with Palace's first-ever European trophy as Mateta's goal lifted his team to a 1-0 win over Rayo Vallecano in the final. The French forward, who was close to leaving in January before a transfer collapsed, scored on a rebound in the 51st minute after Rayo goalkeeper Augusto Batalla parried Adam Wharton's long-range shot. "I feel fantastic! ... First time in Europe, we did it! Now I just want to celebrate, I just want to party," Mateta told TNT Sports. "It's incredible. We did everything. I told you about the intensity we're going to put. I'm tired right now. I gave everything." Along with giving outgoing coach Oliver Glasner the perfect send-off, Palace's win, which came in its first season playing in Europe, keeps English teams on trac

FIFA WC 2026: Check Netherlands' full schedule, squad and team preview here

The Netherlands begin their World Cup campaign against Japan, immediately facing a difficult test in their quest to finally make history.

Unity Cup: Jamaica vs India preview, live match time and streaming

India's squad has been reduced following the withdrawal of several Mohun Bagan Super Giant players after the club recalled them from national duty.

FIFA WC 2026: Check Spain's full schedule, squad and team preview here

Spain arrive at the World Cup with a near-perfect qualifying record, finishing with 5 wins, 1 draw, and 0 defeats. They scored 21 goals and conceded just 2, underlining their control at both ends.

Premier League 2025-26 honours: Golden Boot, Golden Glove and major awards

At the centre of it all were Arsenal, who finally ended their long wait for Premier League glory under manager Mikel Arteta.

Iran's football federation says team's WC base has been moved to Mexico

The president of the governing body of Iranian soccer said Saturday the nation's World Cup training base has been moved to Mexico from the United States after getting approval from FIFA. Mehdi Taj, president of the Iran Football Federation, announced the decision Saturday in a statement issued by the federation's media relations official. FIFA has not confirmed the move. Iran had been scheduled to train in Tucson, Arizona, but a move has been a possibility because of uncertainty surrounding the war in the Middle East and security concerns. Officials at Tucson's Kino Sports Complex had no comment. The federation says the team will now be based in Tijuana, Mexico, just south of San Diego. This year's World Cup runs from June 11 to July 19 and will be co-hosted by the U.S., Canada and Mexico. "All team base camps for the countries participating in the World Cup must be approved FIFA," Taj said in his statement. "Fortunately, following the requests we submitted and the meetings we held

The end of the Guardiola era: A decade that changed Manchester City forever

Pep, in his time as City's manager, won 20 major trophies, establishing the club as one of Europe's powerhouses

FIFA WC 2026: Check Portugal's full schedule, squad and team preview here

Portugal's confidence is further boosted by their status as reigning UEFA Nations League champions, underlining their recent success on the international stage.

FIFA WC 2026: Check Morocco's full schedule, squad and team preview here

Achraf Hakimi will once again be the driving force behind Morocco's ambitions at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Manchester United appoint Michael Carrick as permanent manager until 2028

Since taking charge on January 13, the 44-year-old guided United to 11 wins in 16 matches, helping the team secure a third-place Premier League finish and qualification for next season's UCL.

FIFA WC 2026: Check England's full schedule, squad and team preview here

With Thomas Tuchel now at the helm and a squad filled with some of the world's most elite talent, England arrive in North America with renewed confidence and a clear sense of purpose.

Lionel Messi joins Ronaldo in billionaire football ranks after US deals

A massive paycheck from current team Inter Miami, purported TV revenue-sharing deals, real estate holdings and even a stake in an Argentine restaurant chain have all helped land him in 10-figure club

Arsenal are champions! Gunners end 22-year wait for Premier League title

Mikel Arteta's side clinch the Premier League crown after Manchester City's 1-1 draw at Bournemouth ends the title race with one game remaining

Ronaldo's trophy wait drags on after Al-Nassr falls to Osaka in AFC final

Cristiano Ronaldo's wait for a first major trophy in Saudi Arabia continued when Al-Nassr lost to Japan's Gamba Osaka 1-0 in the Asian Champions League Two final on Saturday. A first-half goal from Turkish forward Deniz Hammat helped Osaka secure Asia's second-tier tournament despite Al-Nassr dominating possession and having more attempts on goal. The defeat came five days after Al-Nassr was seconds away from winning the Saudi Pro League for the first time since 2019, only to concede in stoppage time and leave the title race to be decided on the final matchday on Thursday. It was a frustrating night for the home side. Al-Nassr created multiple openings in the first half but Osaka took the lead in the 30th minute. Hammat turned and fired a low shot into the bottom corner from just inside the area. After a lengthy VAR check for offside, the goal stood. "I am happy to score and help the team and to do my best for this club," said Hammat, who went off injured at halftime. "I was nervou

Man City to Chelsea: Check full list of FA Cup winners in the 21st century

Manchester City beat Chelsea 1-0 in the 2026 FA Cup final as Pep Guardiola won his 20th trophy as City manager

FA Cup 25/26 Prize Money: How much money will winners and runners-up earn?

When combined with earnings accumulated from earlier rounds of the tournament, the champions will secure a total of £3,912,500 in prize money from their FA Cup campaign.

FA Cup final preview: Chelsea's last fight for Europe against Man City

Manchester City arrive in the final chasing yet another domestic trophy under Pep Guardiola after already lifting the Carabao Cup this season.

FIFA finalises China broadcasting deal as 2026 World Cup nears kickoff

Under the newly finalised agreement, CMG has obtained exclusive media and sublicensing rights in mainland China for four major FIFA tournaments, the men's World Cups in 2026 and 2030.