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Several former champions and World Cup regulars missed the 2026 tournament. As attention turns to the 2030 edition, Italy, Denmark, Poland, and Hungary are among ten nations desperate to end their absences and return to football's biggest stage.
Senegal forward Korka Fall aims to lead the Lionesses of Teranga to the WAFCON semi-finals and secure a first FIFA Women's World Cup berth in 2027. After consecutive quarter-final exits, Fall believes the team has matured and can break through as underdogs.
Fiji and New Zealand have secured their places at the 2027 FIFA U-17 World Cup after semi-final wins at the OFC U-16 Men's Championship in Papua New Guinea. Fiji beat Solomon Islands on penalties, while New Zealand defeated hosts Papua New Guinea 3-0. Both teams will contest Saturday's final.
The delayed 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations kicks off on July 26 in Morocco, with 16 teams competing. The tournament doubles as a qualifier for the 2027 Women's World Cup, with semi-finalists securing spots in Brazil.
Ahead of their World Cup quarter-final, the England-Norway rivalry is recalled through Bjorge Lillelien's legendary 1981 commentary after Norway's shock 2-1 win, where he famously declared 'Your boys took a hell of a beating.'
Explore the top images from Matchday 22 of the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers, capturing key moments and emotions from the latest round of matches.
A record nine African nations have qualified for the FIFA World Cup Round of 32, including South Africa, Cape Verde, Ivory Coast, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, Egypt, DR Congo, and Algeria. Tunisia is the only African team that failed to advance.
Senegal have secured qualification for the Round of 32 at the FIFA World Cup following results from today's matches.
Morocco's Bilal El Khannouss and Bosnia's Kerim Alajbegovic made the biggest jumps in the latest FIFA Power Rankings, rising 351 and 276 spots respectively. Nicolas Pepe and Guela Doue also surged after standout performances in World Cup qualifying matches.
Senegal midfielder Pape Gueye scored twice after coming off the bench to lead his team to a 5-0 victory over Iraq in Group I, securing their place in the World Cup knockout stage.
Australia has secured qualification for the Round of 32 at the FIFA World Cup. The team advances to the knockout stage of the tournament.
Côte d'Ivoire defeated Curaçao 2-0 in a FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier. Goals from Sébastien Haller and Franck Kessié secured the win for the visitors.
South Africa have secured their place in the Round of 32 at the FIFA World Cup. The team advanced following their group stage performance.
Colombia have secured their place in the Round of 32 at the FIFA World Cup. The team's qualification was confirmed via an official announcement.
Five nations have been eliminated from the 2026 World Cup after losing their first two group stage matches. Haiti, Turkey, Tunisia, Jordan, and Panama are out. A format change means head-to-head records are the primary tiebreaker.
England remain top of Group L but must wait until their match against Panama to secure World Cup knockout qualification after a draw with Ghana.
England manager Thomas Tuchel defended Jude Bellingham after the midfielder clashed with Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz at half-time of a goalless draw. Bellingham was pulled away by teammate Morgan Rogers as tensions flared following a foul. Tuchel called it an exchange of emotions, while Queiroz criticized Bellingham's reaction.
Cristiano Ronaldo has responded to his critics with a strong performance, reaffirming his place in Portugal's squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The veteran forward continues to prove his value on the international stage.
Norway have secured their place in the Round of 32 at the FIFA World Cup. The team's advancement was confirmed via an official announcement.
Jordan and Algeria conclude the second round of Group J in the FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The match was broadcast on FIFA's official platform.
