Scotland snub in-form strikers Ross Stewart and Oli McBurnie ahead of World Cup
Steve Clarke looks set to ignore hot-scoring Championship pair Ross Stewart and Oli McBurnie as he finalises Scotland’s World Cup squad.
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Fifa resale site lists single World Cup final seat at Ksh 300 million
A single ticket for the 19 July World Cup final in New Jersey has appeared on Fifa’s official resale site at a record Ksh 300 million, sparking anger among Kenyan fans who fear the beautiful game is pricing them out.
Barcelona Teen Star Yamal Ruled Out for Season but Set for World Cup Return
Barcelona’s 18-year-old forward Lamine Yamal will sit out the rest of the Spanish league season after a hamstring tear, yet Spain still expect him to be ready for their World Cup opener in June.
Italy minister slams Trump aide’s call to swap Iran with Azzurri at 2026 World Cup
Italian sports chief Andrea Abodi says talk of Italy taking Iran’s place at the 2026 World Cup is both impossible and wrong, insisting places must be won on the pitch.
Lamine Yamal Ruled Out for Barcelona’s Title Run-In but Set for Spain’s World Cup Charge
Barcelona confirm teenage forward Lamine Yamal will sit out the remaining LaLiga fixtures after a hamstring tear, yet remain confident he will be fit for Spain’s World Cup opener in June.
2026 World Cup Power Rankings: Kenya’s Guide to All 48 Nations from Contenders to Dreamers
We sort every qualified nation into four simple tiers so Kenyan fans know who to watch when the first 48-team World Cup kicks off in the USA, Canada and Mexico.
Trump aide asks Fifa to boot Iran, bring back Italy for 2026 World Cup
A Trump envoy wants Fifa to swap Iran with Italy at the 2026 World Cup, sparking fresh doubt over Iran’s place at the US-led finals.
Lamine Yamal Hamstring Scare: Barcelona Star Faces Race for Spain World Cup Spot
Barcelona teenager Lamine Yamal may miss the rest of the season and the 2026 World Cup after hurting his hamstring while scoring a penalty against Celta Vigo.