Overview
- Germany routed Slovakia 6-0 in Leipzig to win Group A, while the Netherlands beat Lithuania 4-0 in Amsterdam to top Group G and qualify directly.
- The confirmed World Cup lineup now stands at 34 teams, including hosts Canada, the United States and Mexico, with Germany and the Netherlands joining the European contingent.
- DR Congo eliminated Nigeria on penalties earlier this week, and Nigeria coach Eric Chelle later posted a clarification about his post-match remarks regarding the opposing staff.
- Reporting in France indicates a March 2026 U.S. tour for Les Bleus with likely friendlies against Colombia and Brazil in Florida and Massachusetts, though agreements are not yet signed.
- France’s U17s were knocked out by Brazil on penalties in the round of 16 in Doha, and France’s Davis Cup team fell 0-2 to Belgium in the Bologna quarterfinals.