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Nagelsmann’s Germany Contract Extended

April 19, 2024

Germany’s national football team received a significant boost as Julian Nagelsmann, the team’s manager, signed a contract extension that will keep him in charge until after the 2026 World Cup. Nagelsmann, who took over from Hansi Flick in September 2023, has won three out of his six games in charge so far. His previous contract […]

Nagelsmann’s Germany Contract Extended

April 19, 2024

Germany’s national football team received a significant boost as Julian Nagelsmann, the team’s manager, signed a contract extension that will keep him in charge until after the 2026 World Cup. Nagelsmann, who took over from Hansi Flick in September 2023, has won three out of his six games in charge so far. His previous contract […]

FA Eyes Southgate’s Extended Tenure

February 10, 2024

The Football Association is making it clear: they’re keen for Gareth Southgate to remain at the helm of the England national football team well beyond the upcoming European Championships. Initially slated to step down after the 2024 finals in Germany, Southgate, aged 53, has hinted at the possibility of stretching his tenure until the 2026 […]

World Cup 2026: expanded tournament returns to summer slot

February 7, 2024

The football world braces for a seismic shift as the 2026 World Cup gears up to shatter norms with a groundbreaking 48-team spectacle. Emerging from the shadows of the unconventional Qatar winter edition, this tournament promises a summer of unrivaled intensity, sprawled across the expansive landscapes of Canada, the United States, and Mexico. A departure […]

Lionel Messi reacts to Maracana crowd violence

November 22, 2023

Lionel Messi, the recently crowned Ballon d’Or winner, stated after Argentina’s thrilling victory over Brazil that the crowd situation “could have ended in tragedy” as the game was disrupted by violent altercations between supporters and police. Shortly before the 2026 World Cup qualifying match began, tensions in the stands erupted, and Brazilian police were recorded […]

Manchester United goalkeeper Onana picks up injury during international break

November 20, 2023

In the news is the fitness mishap suffered by Cameroonian goalkeeper, André Onana, of Manchester United. The 27-year-old former Barcelona La Masia academy player was on international duty with his home country when he was ruled out for their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying game against Libya. The decision came after tests were carried out […]

Neymar’s World Cup hopes hit by anterior cruciate ligament injury

October 19, 2023

Neymar, the iconic Brazilian footballer, faced a devastating setback in his pursuit of World Cup glory when he suffered a grievous anterior cruciate ligament injury during Brazil’s intense World Cup qualifying clash against Uruguay. The heart-wrenching incident unfolded at Montevideo’s Estadio Centenario, with Neymar being carried off the field on a stretcher, tears streaming down […]

The Paez Phenomenon: Awaiting Chelsea’s Youngest Wonderkid

October 14, 2023

In the world of football, youth has a name, and it’s Kendry Paez. At a mere 16 years and 161 days old, Paez etched his name into the annals of history as the youngest South American to ever find the net in a World Cup qualifier. In a thrilling showdown against Bolivia, Paez, guided by […]

Legendary goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon set to hang his gloves at 45 years old

August 2, 2023

One of the most anticipated retirements from the sport is here as legendary Italian shotstopper Gianluigi Buffon is set to exit the game at 45 years old. The 2006 FIFA World Cup winner has been playing at his boyhood club Parma for the last two years after stints at Juventus and Paris Saint-Germain. His career, […]

“European football will be fine,” UEFA president says amidst Saudi spending spree

June 19, 2023

UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin has downplayed the touted effects of Saudi Arabia’s spending on European football teams in the wake of a number of stars joining the Saudi Pro League. Saudi Arabia, one of the bidding countries for the rights to host the 2030 FIFA World Cup, is making early moves to convince the world […]

Lionel Messi reveals World Cup 2026 plans with Argentina

June 14, 2023

Lionel Messi has categorically stated that he has no intention of playing for Argentina in the 2026 World Cup. The forward, who recently made headlines after his decision to join MLS side Inter Miami, helped his side win the World Cup – his first ever – in Qatar last year. However, despite the hopes that […]

Lionel Messi addresses future in latest interview

November 18, 2022

Lionel Messi has addressed his future in his latest media outing in the wake of Cristiano Ronaldo’s emotional outing a few days ago. Messi, who is currently with Argentina to prepare for his fifth World Cup appearance which is also slated to be his last, took some time to speak to the media about his […]

Haaland regrets World Cup absence and names favourites

November 17, 2022

Haaland has admitted that he regrets the absence of Norway at the World Cup in Qatar. The Norwegian striker hopes Norway will qualify for future tournaments. Every World Cup has its fair share of great players that miss the tournament. They are absent, either to injury or because their countries failed to qualify. The Qatar […]

Gabriel Martinelli names fellow Brazil international as toughest defender he has ever faced

November 17, 2022

Arsenal forward Gabriel Martinelli has named Thiago Silva as the toughest defender he has ever faced in his career. Martinelli got a surprise call-up to the Brazil World Cup squad and will be playing in his first tournament in Qatar. The call-up comes as a reward for his impressive performances this season, but as a […]

Mitrović ready to risk injury for World Cup, Serbia manager says

November 16, 2022

Serbia national team manager Dragan Stojkovic has revealed Aleksandr Mitrović’s determination to travel with the team to Qatar despite battling a groin injury. The Fulham striker suffered an injury in late October and has been in a race against time to be fit for the 2022 World Cup which will be held in Qatar. It […]

Graham Potter seeks Chelsea bounce back after the World Cup

November 14, 2022

Graham Potter has asked his wards to recharge during the World Cup. Chelsea lost their fifth Premier League game against Newcastle on Saturday. Todd Boehly must be wondering what is wrong with Chelsea. The Blues owner is seeing the west London side slipping to deeper depths, as their problem becomes worse. Graham Potter must have […]

Mikel Arteta praises Ben White after his inclusion in England’s World Cup squad

November 13, 2022

Ben White was named in England’s 26-man list for the World Cup. Mikel Arteta said his invitation was down to the hard work and diligence of the defender for Arsenal this term. When Arsenal signed Ben White, he was supposed to be a colossus in defence for the Gunners, but he now plays at right-back, […]

Tammy Abraham reacts to England World Cup snub

November 12, 2022

AS Roma striker Tammy Abraham believes that his snub for the England squad going to Qatar 2022 is a result of his being low on confidence this season. The former Chelsea man was one of the best performing English forwards last season. After signing for Roma from Chelsea, he hit the ground running in a […]

Cristiano Ronaldo captains Portugal in his fifth World Cup

November 11, 2022

Cristiano Ronaldo has been named in the Portugal squad for the World Cup in Qatar. The 37-year-old will lead the former European Champions in his fifth World Cup appearance. As the World Cup kick-off and the deadline for submitting team lists approaches, the participating countries rush to submit their squad list. Several countries have already […]

Son Heung-Min declares himself fit for the World Cup

November 11, 2022

Son Heung-Min has confirmed his readiness to feature at the World Cup in Qatar later this month. The South Korean captain was doubtful following surgery to stabilze a fracture around his left eye. As the managers of the various national teams to the World Cup release their team lists, the tournament fever has started to […]

Sadio Mane limps off with injury as Bayern Munich thrash Werder Bremen

November 10, 2022

Sadio Mane is a massive doubt for Senegal at the upcoming World Cup. The striker limped off the pitch after 20 minutes of the Bundesliga clash against Werder Bremen. The upcoming World Cup is around the corner, with casualties already being recorded. Several players will miss the World Cup, and as the various leagues continue, […]

Pundit calls for inclusion of Arsenal man over Trent Alexander-Arnold in England World Cup squad

November 8, 2022

Gary Neville has called on his former teammate and England Three Lions manager to snub Liverpool’s Trent Alexander-Arnold in favour of Arsenal’s Ben White. Neville, who participated in numerous tournaments for England and was also one of their so-called “Golden Generation”, has been very vocal about what he wants to see in the Three Lions […]

Antonio Conte believes Son Heung-Min will feature at the World Cup

November 7, 2022

Tottenham boss Antonio Conte is confident Son Heung-Min will recover in time to feature at the World Cup. The South Korea international sustained a fracture in his left eye in the Champions League tie against Marseille last week. The World Cup is about two weeks away from kick-off, and players are warier of injuries than […]

Current Standings

Group A

Rank Teams Played Won Drawn Lost Current form
1 NetherlandsNLD 3 2 1 0 WDWWD
2 SenegalSEN 3 2 0 1 LWWL?
3 EcuadorECU 3 1 1 1 WDL??
4 QatarQAT 3 0 0 3 LLL??

Group B

Rank Teams Played Won Drawn Lost Current form
1 EnglandENG 3 2 1 0 WDWWL
2 USAUSA 3 1 2 0 DDWL?
3 IranIR 3 1 0 2 LWL??
4 WalesWAL 3 0 1 2 DLL??

Group C

Rank Teams Played Won Drawn Lost Current form
1 ArgentinaARG 3 2 0 1 WWDWD
2 PolandPOL 3 1 1 1 DWLL?
3 MexicoMEX 3 1 1 1 DLW??
4 Saudi ArabiaSAU 3 1 0 2 WLL??

Group D

Rank Teams Played Won Drawn Lost Current form
1 FranceFRA 3 2 0 1 LWWWD
2 AustraliaAUS 3 2 0 1 LWWL?
3 TunisiaTUN 3 1 1 1 DLW??
4 DenmarkDNK 3 0 1 2 DLL??

Group E

Rank Teams Played Won Drawn Lost Current form
1 JapanJPN 3 2 0 1 WLWD?
2 SpainESP 3 1 1 1 WDLD?
3 GermanyDEU 3 1 1 1 LDW??
4 Costa RicaCRC 3 1 0 2 LWL??

Group F

Rank Teams Played Won Drawn Lost Current form
1 MoroccoMAR 3 2 1 0 WDWLL
2 CroatiaHRV 3 1 2 0 DDDLW
3 BelgiumBEL 3 1 1 1 WLD??
4 CanadaCAN 3 0 0 3 LLL??

Group G

Rank Teams Played Won Drawn Lost Current form
1 BrazilBRA 3 2 0 1 WWLWD
2 SwitzerlandCHE 3 2 0 1 WLWL?
3 CameroonCMR 3 1 1 1 LDW??
4 SerbiaSRB 3 0 1 2 LDL??

Group H

Rank Teams Played Won Drawn Lost Current form
1 PortugalPRT 3 2 0 1 WWLWL
2 Korea RepublicKOR 3 1 1 1 DLWL?
3 UruguayURY 3 1 1 1 DLW??
4 GhanaGHA 3 1 0 2 LWL??

Results
Player Stats

League Table

Group A

Rank Teams Won Drawn Lost Points
1 NLD 2 1 0 7
2 SEN 2 0 1 6
3 ECU 1 1 1 4
4 QAT 0 0 3 0

Group B

Rank Teams Won Drawn Lost Points
1 ENG 2 1 0 7
2 USA 1 2 0 5
3 IR 1 0 2 3
4 WAL 0 1 2 1

Group C

Rank Teams Won Drawn Lost Points
1 ARG 2 0 1 6
2 POL 1 1 1 4
3 MEX 1 1 1 4
4 SAU 1 0 2 3

Group D

Rank Teams Won Drawn Lost Points
1 FRA 2 0 1 6
2 AUS 2 0 1 6
3 TUN 1 1 1 4
4 DNK 0 1 2 1

Group E

Rank Teams Won Drawn Lost Points
1 JPN 2 0 1 6
2 ESP 1 1 1 4
3 DEU 1 1 1 4
4 CRC 1 0 2 3

Group F

Rank Teams Won Drawn Lost Points
1 MAR 2 1 0 7
2 HRV 1 2 0 5
3 BEL 1 1 1 4
4 CAN 0 0 3 0

Group G

Rank Teams Won Drawn Lost Points
1 BRA 2 0 1 6
2 CHE 2 0 1 6
3 CMR 1 1 1 4
4 SRB 0 1 2 1

Group H

Rank Teams Won Drawn Lost Points
1 PRT 2 0 1 6
2 KOR 1 1 1 4
3 URY 1 1 1 4
4 GHA 1 0 2 3

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