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Japan v Indonesia - FIFA World Cup Asian 3rd Qualifier

Asian revolution! Radical new Nations League set to replace boring friendlies and shake up World Cup route

The Asian Football Confederation has detailed plans for a new biennial Nations League tournament starting in 2030. The proposed three-tier competition aims to replace uncompetitive friendlies while directly integrating with World Cup and Asian Cup qualification.

Infantino fires back over 'shameful' World Cup ticket prices

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has once again stepped in to defend the astronomical pricing of tickets for the 2026 World Cup. Facing an onslaught of criticism from supporters who have labelled the costs as "shameful," the head of world football's governing body claims the move is a financial necessity.

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.

World Cup 2026 draw: Everything you need to know

The latest information on the World Cup 2026 draw, including the date, what to expect in terms of teams and pots, and how to watch.

SC Freiburg v FC Utrecht - UEFA Europa League 2025/26 League Phase MD3

Ex-Man Utd youngster Iqbal banished ahead of Betis showdown

Former Manchester United player Zidane Iqbal has been banished from the Utrecht squad and will be absent for the game against Real Betis in the Europa League on Thursday. Utrecht coach Ron Jans has publicly criticised the midfielder following his return from international duty with Iraq, saying that he needs "a reset" before he will be brought back into the team.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup Countdown Clock Is Unveiled In Mexico City

FIFA Play-Off Tournament: Everything you need to know

FIFA Play-Off Tournament — how it works, who qualifies, seeding, format, schedule and other key points you should know.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
1	Nashville SC	33	22	8	3	69	25	44	74	W D W D W
2	Inter Miami CF	33	16	11	6	77	56	21	59	W D L W W
3	New England Revolution	33	18	4	11	55	46	9	58	L W W W W
4	Chicago Fire FC	33	16	7	10	61	50	11	55	W D W L L
5	Charlotte FC	33	15	8	10	63	48	15	53	W W L D L

Pos

Team

+/-

PTS

Form

Nashville SC

W
D
W
D
W

Inter Miami CF

W
D
L
W
W

New England Revolution

L
W
W
W
W

Chicago Fire FC

W
D
W
L
L

Charlotte FC

W
W
L
D
L

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
1	Vancouver Whitecaps	33	18	7	8	72	34	38	61	W W L W D
2	FC Dallas	33	15	10	8	59	50	9	55	D L W D W
3	San Jose Earthquakes	33	14	10	9	56	48	8	52	W D L D D
4	St. Louis City	33	14	9	10	58	48	10	51	L L L L D
5	Houston Dynamo FC	33	14	9	10	43	42	1	51	L W D D D

Pos

Team

+/-

PTS

Form