Kane Praises England's Preparation as Squad Reaches World Cup Base Camp
Harry Kane said England had enjoyed "great preparation" ahead of their World Cup campaign as the squad touched down in Kansas City - their base camp for the tournament.
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Gordon nets as England overcome Costa Rica in final World Cup preparation game
England overcame the Florida storms and a physical Costa Rica side to triumph 3-0 in their final warm-up match before the FIFA World Cup (WC), earning the Three Lions only a fourth win frin their las…
Djed Spence of England to Wear Protective Mask at World Cup Following a Broken Jaw
England defender Djed Spence said he will have to play while wearing a protective mask at the World Cup after suffering a broken jaw in a Premier League match last month.
Ghana Not Expected to Play Second Pre-World Cup Friendly, GFA's Henry Asante Twum Confirms
The Black Stars Communications Director has confirmed there is "nothing on paper" regarding an additional warm-up fixture, with talks over a possible game against Jamaica or Honduras having fallen th…
France to overcome Spain to win 2026 World Cup, according to economists
France will beat Spain to lift the World Cup trophy on July 19 and five-time winners Brazil are expected to be the biggest flops, according to a Reuters survey of economists who said football was st…
Modric and Pasalic find the net as Croatia secure late victory over Slovenia in friendly
Croatia concluded their FIFA World Cup preparations with a last-gasp 2-1 win over Slovenia, recovering from back-to-back defeats ahead of their tournament opener against England.
Onana happy to play at the back as Belgium experiment in victory over Croatia
Belgium midfielder Amadou Onana says he is happy to drop back into defence if needed at the World Cup after a successful experiment with a change of tactical formation in Tuesday’s away victory ove…
Belgium head coach Rudi Garcia urges caution despite impressive victory over Croatia
Belgium are seeking to temper any expectations after an impressive away victory in Croatia on Tuesday, where a goal from Romelu Lukaku came as a major boost ahead of the World Cup.
South Africa highlight homegrown talent as other World Cup sides lean on foreign-born players
Bafana Bafana go into the 2026 World Cup as one of only eight teams among the 48 finalists with no players born outside the country, highlighting the growing influence of diaspora communities on many…
Lukaku enjoys dream return as Belgium defeat Croatia in World Cup warm-up
Belgium battled to a 2-0 win in Croatia as both sides continued their preparations for the upcoming FIFA World Cup (WC). Rudi Garcia’s side look set to enter the tournament in fine shape, having now…