FIFA WORLD CUP
Brazil 2026 World Cup squad: Ancelotti drops Chelsea's Joao Pedro and Estevao
Brazil's build-up to the 2026 World Cup has been marked by surprise and disappointment after Chelsea duo Joao Pedro and Estevao Willian were left out of the final squad announced on Monday.
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Carlo Ancelotti signs four-year Brazil extension to lead Selecao through to 2030 World Cup
Carlo Ancelotti has committed his future to Brazil through to the 2030 World Cup with a four-year contract extension for the veteran Italian coach ahead of next month's tournament in North America.
Morocco line up three friendly fixtures ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup
Morocco have announced three friendly matches in preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
African nations can dream big – Gilberto Silva
Morocco’s exploits at the last FIFA World Cup in 2022 in Qatar has changed how the world views African nations at the big spectacle, former Brazilian national team player Gilberto Silva expects African teams to spring a surprise again in the upcoming edition.
Ghana appoints Carlos Queiroz ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup
Ghana have announced the appointment of Carlos Queiroz as head coach of the national team ahead of the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America.
Gennaro Gattuso resigns as head coach of Italy following World Cup failure
Gennaro Gattuso has stepped away from his post as Italy head coach after the country's failure to reach a third successive World Cup finals.
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