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Explained: Why ALL squad players must join World Cup pre-match anthems

FIFA has announced a significant protocol modification that will see every squad member take part in the pre-match national anthems at the upcoming World Cup. Moving away from traditional sporting custom, football's global governing body has mandated that both starting line-ups and substitutes congregate together on the pitch ahead of kick-off.

Ancelotti: Brazil lack stars like Pele and Ronaldo

Carlo Ancelotti has delivered a blunt assessment of his current Brazil squad, suggesting the Selecao no longer boast the individual icons of years gone by. The Italian tactician claims that the five-time world champions must now lean on a collective effort rather than expecting a single superstar to carry the nation to glory.

When are the final World Cup 2026 squads announced?

FIFA has confirmed the key dates and squad regulations for the 2026 World Cup. Nations must submit their final player lists by June 1, with strict rules in place regarding injuries, replacements and goalkeeper selections.

Panama v Mexico: Final - CONCACAF Nations League

Panama FIFA World Cup 2026 TV Schedule

Everything you need to know about how to watch Panama in the World Cup.

Where to watch Panama today?

Find out where to watch the game where you are. Scroll down for worldwide broadcasts!

Kerosh's assistant told Koora: "Ghana's goalkeepers are the best in the world." He then outlined five keys to shutting down Harry Kane

How to buy Panama World Cup 2026 tickets

Panama are back at the World Cup and you could secure seats to see them play

Germany v Ghana - International Friendly

How to buy Ghana vs Panama World Cup 2026 tickets

Here’s how you could see the likes of Iñaki Williams, Antoine Semenyo, Adalberto Carrasquilla, and Aníbal Godoy in World Cup action

Colombia v Croatia - International Friendly

How to buy Panama vs Croatia World Cup 2026 tickets

Here’s how you can take a look at Croatia legend Luka Modrić pulling the strings against for one of the last times

IR Iran v USA: Group B - FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022

Exclusive to Kooora.. Queiroz reunites with his old friend after 9 years

"Gasper joins Ghana's coaching staff at the 2026 World Cup"

Will Queiroz achieve a historic milestone at the World Cup against Ghana?

The Portuguese coach is a familiar face at the World Cup... Will he lead the dreams of the Black Stars?

Exclusive to Kooora.. Ghana rules out Regragui and Renard and weighs up between three Portuguese coaches

Queiroz’s agent told Kooora: We received the first call from “Black Stars” officials.

Regragui and Renard are on standby… Loew responds to his nomination to lead Ghana at the World Cup

The 2014 World Cup champion is the latest name tipped to rescue the “Black Stars”

Al-Sadd v Al-Hilal - AFC Champions League Elite West Region

Negotiations and a chance for redemption… El-Rakraki and Renard on Ghana’s radar ahead of the World Cup

The Ghana Football Association confirms that the new manager will be appointed within two weeks

WC26 Power Rankings: France flex as England & U.S. falter

There really is nothing like the World Cup. Even just qualifying generates a level of nationwide excitement that the club game simply cannot match, which is why we witnessed truly joyous scenes all across the globe during the March international break, as the final six qualifiers were confirmed for this summer's festival of football in North America.

World Cup trophy Christian Pulisic Edson Alvarez

World Cup 2026: Full list of qualified teams

GOAL breaks down all the confirmed qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup, plus the teams who could soon be on their way.

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Ledezma, Gutiérrez and Vargas headline Mexico squad for January

Mexico head coach Javier Aguirre has unveiled his squad for January friendlies against Panama and Bolivia, with Richard Ledezma and Brian Gutiérrez among the standout names. With no European-based players available outside the FIFA window, the call-up leans entirely on Liga MX talent as El Tri begin a key pre-World Cup evaluation phase.

2026 World Cup group stage draw: Fixtures and broadcasters

Here is the official group-stage draw for the 2026 World Cup and the full match schedule.

2026 World Cup fixtures and broadcasters

Discover the 2026 World Cup dates, match schedule, group standings, results and every channel broadcasting the tournament.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Official Draw - Red Carpet Arrivals

Tuchel insists England's 2026 World Cup draw is 'tough'

Thomas Tuchel believes England's 2026 World Cup draw is "tough" and claimed that the group stage is "always the most difficult". The German coach, who will lead the Three Lions into a major tournament for the first time next summer, stressed that Group L - featuring Croatia, Ghana and Panama - provides no margin for complacency.