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US host cities outline legacy vision for 2026 FIFA World Cup
New York, June 11: One year ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, representatives from all 11 United States host cities have presented plans to ensure the tournament drives long-term community impact, from cultural equity and infrastructure to youth sports access.
Brazil, Ecuador qualify for FIFA WC 2026; Uruguay, Paraguay & Colombia on cusp
New Delhi, June 11: Vini Jr scored the winning goal as Brazil beat Paraguay 1-0 at the Neo Quimica Arena to secure FIFA World Cup 2026 qualification.
Football: Uzbekistan, Jordan book debut World Cup spots for 2026 edition
Beijing (China), June 6: Three more Asian teams have punched their tickets to the 2026 FIFA World Cup following the latest round of qualifiers, with Uzbekistan and Jordan set to make their tournament debuts and South Korea extending its streak to 11 consecutive appearances. China, by contrast, was eliminated with one match remaining.
Brazil close to appointing new manager, says CBF official
Rio de Janeiro, May 6: The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) aims to name a new men's national team manager by next week, sporting director Rodrigo Caetano said The position has been vacant since March 28, when Dorival Junior was sacked following a 4-1 World Cup qualifying defeat to Argentina in Buenos Aires.
Real Madrid's Ancelotti agrees to take over as Brazil coach in June: Reports
New Delhi, April 29: Carlo Ancelotti is set to leave Real Madrid as he has agreed to take charge of the Brazil national team from June, according to Spanish media reports.
Argentina seal FIFA WC 2026 spot after Bolivia's draw with Uruguay
Buenos Aires, March 26: Reigning Champions Champions Argentina have qualified for the FIFA World Cup 2026 without kicking a ball after Bolivia's goalless draw at home to Uruguay in the qualifiers.
FIFA WC qualifiers: England, Poland and Albania ease to victory
London, March 25: A glorious free-kick from Reece James set England en route to a comfortable 3-0 victory over Latvia in the UEFA qualifying for the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Pochettino confident of US regaining form before 2026 FIFA World Cup
Inglewood (USA), March 24: Head coach Mauricio Pochettino urged patience following the United States' 2-1 defeat to Canada, stressing there is still time to improve ahead of next year's FIFA World Cup.
Our goal is to make impact in 2026 FIFA World Cup: Japan captain Endo
Saitama, March 22: Wataru Endo said Japan can win the FIFA World Cup 2026 after becoming the first team to qualify and the Liverpool ace urged fans to buy into the ambitious target.
Japan become first team to qualify for 2026 FIFA WC after win over Bahrain
Saitama (Japan), March 20: Japan have made history by becoming the first nation to secure qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating Bahrain 2-0 on Thursday.
'It is a dream come true to play for Canada': Jebbison reflects on nationality switch
New Delhi, March 19: Daniel Jebbison, the AFC Bournemouth forward, has become one of Canada's most notable dual national recruits as the country prepares for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
FIFA announces first-ever half-time show for 2026 World Cup final
Dallas (USA), March 5: FIFA President Gianni Infantino has announced that the FIFA World Cup 2026 will see the first-ever halftime show take place at the Metlife Stadium during the final of the tournament.