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Injury forced substitution! Could the next DFB star now miss the World Cup?

Could Germany boss Julian Nagelsmann be forced to cope without another star attacker at this summer’s World Cup, after losing Serge Gnabry?

Huge injury blow for Real Madrid star as he's ruled out of World Cup

Real Madrid and Brazil have been hit with a devastating injury blow as defender Eder Militao has been ruled out of the 2026 World Cup. According to reports, a recurrence of a hamstring injury suffered against Alaves will require surgery, ending his season and his hopes of representing the Selecao this summer.

‘Surely be ready for the World Cup’ - Flick gives positive Yamal update

Barcelona boss Hansi Flick has provided a reassuring update on Lamine Yamal following the news that the teenage star will miss the remainder of the domestic season. Despite the hamstring blow suffered against Celta Vigo, Flick is confident the 18-year-old will recover in time for Spain’s 2026 World Cup campaign.

Revealed: One quality that sets CR7 apart from normal players

Real Madrid legend Fernando Hierro has identified the unique trait that allows Cristiano Ronaldo to remain a dominant force in world football as he nears his sixth World Cup finals. The former Al-Nassr sporting director insists that the 41-year-old’s professional discipline makes him a certainty to lead the Portugal attack during the upcoming tournament.

Tuchel told 'complete' midfielder Gibbs-White is 'worth' WC spot

Nottingham Forest playmaker Morgan Gibbs-White is reportedly mounting a serious challenge for a spot in Thomas Tuchel’s England World Cup squad following a spectacular run of form. Despite being omitted from the recent 35-man provisional group, the 26-year-old’s recent hat-trick against Burnley has reignited the debate regarding his inclusion ahead of the summer tournament.

Arsenal v Wigan Athletic - Emirates FA Cup Fourth Round

Jesus honestly assesses his chances of making Brazil's World Cup squad

Arsenal forward Gabriel Jesus has provided a candid assessment of his international standing as he fights to secure a place in Brazil's 2026 World Cup squad. The 28-year-old admitted that a lack of regular game time at the Emirates Stadium has complicated his path back into the Selecao setup.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
1	NK Celje	30	21	5	4	73	27	46	68	W W W W W
2	Koper	31	17	7	7	67	42	25	58	W W W W D
3	Maribor	29	14	8	7	52	33	19	50	W L L D W
4	NK Bravo	30	15	5	10	52	47	5	50	W W W D W
5	Olimpija Ljubljana	30	13	7	10	41	37	4	46	L L W D L

Pos

Team

+/-

PTS

Form

NK Celje

W
W
W
W
W

Koper

W
W
W
W
D

Maribor

W
L
L
D
W

NK Bravo

W
W
W
D
W

Olimpija Ljubljana

L
L
W
D
L

Frequently asked questions

Where can I buy Iran World Cup 2026 tickets?

Supporters have a number of opportunities to purchase tickets for matches involving Iran, via the FIFA website, between now and the big kick-off in June. The various sales phases differ in terms of purchasing processes, payment methods and ticket products.

To buy tickets, you must visit the official FIFA ticketing portal and register for an account. You can then log in to your FIFA account and check out ticket availability.

Can I buy Iran World Cup 2026 resale tickets?

If you are looking for an official and secure way to resell/exchange your FIFA World Cup 26 tickets, the FIFA Resale/Exchange Marketplace is the official channel for doing so. The Marketplace opened in October and be accessed via FIFA.com/tickets.

FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets will also be available from secondary resellers, such as StubHub and Ticombo.

Will there be an opportunity to purchase Iran World Cup 2026 tickets directly at the stadium?

No, tickets will not be available for purchase at the stadiums during FIFA World Cup 2026. There will be no over-the-counter ticket sales. FIFA.com/tickets is the official portal for purchasing tickets.

Who has scored the most goals for Iran at World Cup Finals?

Iran’s heavy 6-2 loss to England in their opener at the 2022 World Cup was a bitter pill to swallow, but Mehdi Taremi's consolation double strike meant that he became Iran’s top World Cup scorer of all-time. The Olympiacos striker will be hoping to add to his tally further in North America. In terms of World Cup appearances, Ehsan Hajsafi tops Iran's standings with 9 caps, after playing in all his side's matches at the 2014, 2018 and 2022 tournaments.