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2026 Qualification

World Cup 2026 Playoff Draw: Italy Host Northern Ireland, Wales Draw Bosnia, Ireland Away to Czechia

The Zurich draw fixed single-leg routes with home advantage shaping who reaches Europe’s last four slots for the expanded finals in March.

DR Congo Edge Nigeria on Penalties to Claim Africa’s Inter‑Confederation Playoff Spot

CAF Names Hakimi, Salah and Osimhen Finalists as Rabat Hosts 2025 Awards on Nov. 19

Sweden Appoints Graham Potter on Short-Term Deal to Salvage 2026 World Cup Bid

Spain Reclaims No. 1 in FIFA Rankings as Argentina Falls to Third

Tuchel Demands Statement Display in Serbia After Andorra Win

United Weigh Late Exit for Malacia as Loftus-Cheek Returns and Mets’ Helsley Faces Scrutiny