Former Germany defender Mats Hummels has praised Julian Nagelsmann’s 2026 World Cup squad selection, describing it as free from major controversies despite some difficult decisions.
Italy has received a major boost in their pursuit of Nicolò Tresoldi after Germany omitted the Club Brugge striker from their 2026 World Cup plans, leaving the dual-nationality forward free to switch international allegiance.
The German Football Association has begun unveiling Julian Nagelsmann’s World Cup 2026 squad, confirming eight stars including Jamal Musiala and Kai Havertz ahead of Thursday’s official announcement.
Spain manager Luis de la Fuente guarantees FC Barcelona midfielder Gavi a place in his 2026 World Cup squad, praising the player’s remarkable recovery from a serious knee injury.
Real Madrid will not risk Turkish midfielder Arda Güler in their final La Liga match against Athletic Club as they prioritise his fitness for the upcoming 2026 World Cup.
Teenage striker Hamza Abdelkarim has earned a shock call-up to Egypt’s squad for the 2026 World Cup just months after joining FC Barcelona from Al Ahly.
Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann has reversed his goalkeeper decision, reportedly telling Oliver Baumann that Manuel Neuer will start at the World Cup despite earlier promises.
Argentina’s coaches are pressing Como to drop Nico Paz for their final league match this weekend, fearing the midfielder’s knee injury could ruin his World Cup hopes.
Cristiano Ronaldo will become the first footballer to play in six World Cup tournaments after being named Portugal captain for the 2026 finals in North America.