2026 marks the first World Cup since FIFA expanded the tournament to 48 teams, adding 16 additional slots from the 2022 edition. As a result, there is even more space for teams from across the six confederations to secure their spot as the international tournament heads to North America.

Two goals from star striker Kylian Mbappé helped send two-time champion France to the 2026 World Cup with a 4-0 home win against Ukraine on Thursday. Midfielder Michael Olise and substitute forward Hugo Ekitiké added the other goals in a dominant second half from France,

The first round follows a familiar format, with 12 groups of four or five teams, and the section winners securing World Cup slots

World Cup co-hosts the United States, Canada and Mexico are already in, but the list for the 2026 field keeps growing.

Spain and Lamine Yamal, France and Kylian Mbappé plus Portugal and Cristiano Ronaldo are close to confirming their places at the 2026 World Cup.

Spain, led by teenage prodigy Lamine Yamal, France with Kylian Mbappe and Portugal powered by Cristiano Ronaldo, are all closing in on spots at the

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Russia will not play in Under-17 European Championship qualifying matches this month due to a lack of a “technical solution,” UEFA has said. UEFA had announced plans in September to allow Russia’s under-17 teams to participate in its competitions ...