FIFA World Cup qualifiers 2026

Stolen passport leaves Depay stranded, out of Malta WC qualifier

"The plan I had in mind for this week will ultimately change somewhat because of this," coach Ronald Koeman told a Monday press conference. "He won't start, no."

Yamal sidelined again with groin injury, to miss World Cup qualifiers

This latest setback resurrects an injury saga that has already seen Yamal miss four games this season.

Venezuela sack Argentine coach Batista after World Cup hopes end

Venezuela is the only side in the CONMEBOL federation never to qualify for the World Cup.

Brazil beaten in Bolivia, hit historic low with fifth-place finish in qualifiers

It is the first time Brazil have failed to reach 30 points since the format began in 1996.

Otamendi sent off, Mastantuono wears No 10 as Argentina fall to Ecuador

With Lionel Messi absent and Lionel Scaloni fielding an alternative lineup, the world champions struggled for rhythm in a tense contest that saw two red cards and a decisive VAR intervention.

Messi’s home farewell in frames: brace and family cheers

The Argentina captain walked out hand-in-hand with his children.

World Cup qualifiers: Germany stunned by Slovakia, Spain ease past Bulgaria

The Netherlands were held to a 1-1 draw by Poland in Rotterdam in Group G despite taking the lead in the first half through Denzel Dumfries.

Messi signs off with brace in final World Cup qualifier on home soil

Messi scored on either side of the interval, sparking emotional celebrations in front of a packed home crowd that included his family.

‘It was a technical decision’: Ancelotti explains Neymar omission

“It was a technical decision based on many factors,” Ancelotti explained ahead of tomorrow’s World Cup qualifier against Chile in Rio.

September 5, 2025
September 5, 2025

World Cup qualifiers: Germany stunned by Slovakia, Spain ease past Bulgaria

The Netherlands were held to a 1-1 draw by Poland in Rotterdam in Group G despite taking the lead in the first half through Denzel Dumfries.

September 5, 2025
September 5, 2025

Messi signs off with brace in final World Cup qualifier on home soil

Messi scored on either side of the interval, sparking emotional celebrations in front of a packed home crowd that included his family.

September 4, 2025
September 4, 2025

‘It was a technical decision’: Ancelotti explains Neymar omission

“It was a technical decision based on many factors,” Ancelotti explained ahead of tomorrow’s World Cup qualifier against Chile in Rio.

March 18, 2025
March 18, 2025

‘I'm sad to miss these important games’

The 37-year-old football legend took to Instagram to share his frustration and support for his teammates.

January 2, 2025
January 2, 2025

The FIFA tournaments taking place in 2025

The road to Canada, Mexico and the USA for FIFA World Cup 26 continues throughout 2025, with the first qualifiers to join the three host nations set to be confirmed in March.

November 6, 2024
November 6, 2024

Martinez back in Argentina squad after suspension

Aston Villa's Martinez will return to international duty after serving a two-match ban from FIFA for "offensive behavior and violation of the principles of fair play".

October 16, 2024
October 16, 2024

Raphinha's penalty double helps Brazil to 4-0 win over Peru

Building on last week's 2-1 comeback win in Chile, Brazil looked livelier from the start and dominated possession, with late goals from Andreas Pereira and Luiz Henrique putting the gloss on an impressive performance.

October 16, 2024
October 16, 2024

Messi hattrick leads Argentina to 6-0 win over Bolivia

Making only his second international appearance since recovering from an injury sustained at the Copa America in July, Messi capitalised on a mistake by defender Marcelo Suarez to open the scoring in the 19th minute.

October 15, 2024
October 15, 2024

Argentina seek to stay top as Brazil fight for form

Reigning world champions Argentina remain top with 19 points, holding a three-point lead over Colombia, despite being held to a 1-1 draw by Venezuela in their previous match, where Lionel Messi returned from injury.

October 7, 2024
October 7, 2024

Militao out of Brazil's World Cup qualifiers with thigh injury

Real's Militao, who also missed last month's international fixtures with a leg injury, had travelled to Sao Paulo after featuring as a late substitute in Real's 2-0 win over Villarreal on Saturday.