Deschamps Selects Four Serie A Stars for France’s 2026 World Cup Squad
Didier Deschamps has named his final 26-man France squad for the 2026 World Cup, including four players from Italy’s top flight but omitting several high-profile stars.
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Barcelona Star Roony Bardghji Excluded from Sweden’s 2026 World Cup Squad Over Conduct Issues
Sweden manager Graham Potter has omitted Barcelona winger Roony Bardghji from his World Cup squad due to alleged behavioural issues during the team’s qualification camp in March.
Deschamps Names Final France Squad for 2026 World Cup Before Departing
Didier Deschamps announces his 26-player France squad for the 2026 World Cup, including surprise goalkeeper Robin Risser and recalled striker Jean-Philippe Mateta, ahead of his departure as manager.
Ayyoub Bouaddi Switches Allegiance from France to Morocco
Ayyoub Bouaddi has decided to represent Morocco instead of France at international level. The Lille OSC teenager, who is wanted by Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain, could now feature at the 2026 World Cup.
Reyna Eyes World Cup Spot After Ending Gladbach Goal Drought
United States international Giovanni Reyna has admitted his move to Borussia Mönchengladbach has not gone as planned due to injuries, but the midfielder remains determined to force his way into the national team for the 2026 World Cup.
World Cup Blow: Spain Omit Real Madrid Captain Dani Carvajal from Squad
Real Madrid captain Dani Carvajal faces disappointment after Spain manager Luis de la Fuente left the veteran defender out of the 2026 World Cup longlist despite hopes of a final international tournament.
Dybala Snubbed as Scaloni Reveals 55-Man Argentina Squad for 2026 World Cup
Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni has named a 55-man preliminary squad for the 2026 World Cup, excluding Roma star Paulo Dybala while including several Serie A talents and an under-fire Benfica winger.
Nico Williams Handed World Cup Lifeline After Hamstring Diagnosis
Spain winger Nico Williams could still feature at the 2026 World Cup despite suffering a fresh injury blow during Athletic Club’s clash with Valencia.
Infantino Jokes He Will Serve Hot Dog to Fan Buying KSh 258mn World Cup Ticket
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has made a bizarre promise to personally deliver fast food to any supporter willing to pay KSh 258 million for a World Cup final ticket as debate over extreme prices grows.
Collovati: Italy Replacing Iran at 2026 World Cup Would Be ‘Humiliating’
1982 World Cup winner Fulvio Collovati has strongly opposed suggestions that Italy should replace Iran at the 2026 World Cup, calling the idea “humiliating” and demanding fundamental reforms in Italian football instead.