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What’s your problem? Yamaal’s father responds to those chanting racist slogans against Islam

The match between Egypt and Spain was marred by an unfortunate incident in the stands

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We are not racist... Morocco bids to host the 2030 World Cup final following the Spain crisis

Following the disgraceful incidents during the Spain v Egypt match

2026 World Cup winner odds: European giant carries early value

According to the World Cup 2026 winner odds, Spain are the current favourites. We explore all of the main contenders for what will be one of the biggest betting events in the world.

A major blow… Cruciate ligament injury rules out Egypt international from the World Cup

Injury deals a blow to Islam Issa after an impressive start with the Pharaohs

Spain are top of the rankings… and Morocco are the 11th favourites to win the World Cup

Fierce competition is expected on the world stage

Just hours after the Egypt match… another incident of racism in Spain

Spanish fans insulted Islam in front of the Pharaohs

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Tebas condemns chants "insulting Islam"… and stands in solidarity with Yamal

Widespread condemnation of the Spanish fans’ behaviour towards Egypt

The Spanish government on anti-Islamic racism: We are dealing with a backward minority… and the national team is no exception

What happened in the friendly match against Egypt?

"I can't see anyone"... Ahmed Fattouh mocks Yamal

Egypt's defender neutralised Lamine's threat

Vinícius and Hakimi strongly support Yamal in defending Islam against racist chants

Barcelona star decides to face the fans at the Estadi Espanyol

In the wake of the Egypt match crisis… Will Spain lose the honour of hosting the 2030 World Cup final?

The insult to Islam has sparked a global outcry

After insulting Islam... former Valencia star urges Yamal to boycott the Spanish national team

He said the match should have been stopped

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FIFA Rankings: France leapfrog Spain following Egypt stalemate

Morocco maintains its global standing... and Tunisia makes a significant leap

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.

Egyptian Football Association: A small group chanted offensive slogans… but we welcome Spain with open arms

The Federation condemns the fans’ behaviour and welcomes the Spanish authorities’ official stance

Yamal condemns 'intolerable' anti-Muslim chants during Egypt draw

Barcelona star Lamine Yamal has condemned the "intolerable" anti-Muslim chants that marred Spain’s goalless draw with Egypt at the RCDE Stadium. The 18-year-old, who is a practising Muslim, labelled the perpetrators "ignorant" and "racist" after local police launched a formal investigation.

Shocked reactions to fans' behaviour during Spain v Egypt: 'Disrespectful and unacceptable'

"Ignorant and racist"... Yamal explodes with anger after Spanish chants against Muslims

Barcelona star says the fans' behaviour was "unacceptable"

The cost of the international break... Is Barcelona paying a heavy price?

Two heavy blows have hit the Catalan side

Official uproar... Catalan police launch investigation into insult against the Egyptian national team

Widespread condemnation by the government of the regrettable incident

Scandal ahead of the 2030 World Cup: Shame hangs over Spain and global condemnation following the disaster of the Egypt match

Mashin's defiance threatens to bring about severe penalties

Checkmate... Game over: Salah falls into the trap of the grand deception

Concrete evidence and accusations from the Reds star paint a picture of a forced exit

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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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List of World Cup Golden Glove winners

Which goalkeepers have won the FIFA World Cup Golden Glove award across the history of the competition? The award was introduced for the 1994 tournament, meaning plenty of iconic goalkeepers, including the likes of Gordon Banks and the initially eponymous Lev Yashin, missed out on the individual award. GOAL has everything you need to know about the award handed to the standout stopper at any single tournament.

‘Have a huge crush!’ - Why Cazorla prefers Pedri to Yamal

Ex-Arsenal and Spain star Santi Cazorla has explained why he prefers Pedri to Barcelona wonderkid Lamine Yamal. The two-time European Championship winner admits to having a “huge crush” on Barca’s classy midfielder. He is also a big fan of Yamal, who continues to wow global audiences, but will always side with ball players over goal scorers.

‘If they know how to pray, they better!’ - Araujo worried by Yamal threat

Ronald Araujo admits that Uruguay may require divine intervention when facing Lamine Yamal and Spain at the 2026 World Cup, telling his international colleagues: “If they know how to pray, they better.” Araujo knows all about the threat that the teenage wonderkid will pose when they lock horns on the grandest of stages at a major tournament this summer.

Frequently asked questions

: Chelsea were founded on March 10, 1905, following Gus Mears' acquisition of the Stamford Bridge in 1904. Several names were put up for consideration: Kensington FC, Stamford Bridge FC, and London FC. However, all these names were rejected and the name Chelsea F.C. was finally selected.
: Chelsea are co-owned by an American consortium consisting of Todd Boehly, Mark Walter. Hansjorg Wyss, and Behdad Eghbali-led Clearlake Capital. Boehly, Walter, and Wyss each own a 12.8% stake in the club, while Clearlake Capital are the majority shareholder with a 61.5% stake.
: Chelsea's stadium is known as the Stamford Bridge and has been the club's home venue ever since their inception in 1905. Interestingly, the Stamford Bridge was owned by a separate company after businessman Ken Bates bought the club in the 1980s, when they were on the verge of bankruptcy and stuck in the second division. In 1992, however, after a long-fought legal battle and a 'Save The Bridge' campaign from the fans, Chelsea regained ownership of the stadium.
: The Stamford Bridge has a capacity of around 40,000.
: Chelsea have won an impressive 32 trophies throughout their history, including two Champions League titles and six English top-flight titles.
: Chelsea have won the English top flight on six occasions, with their most recent title coming at the end of the 2016-17 season.
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: Didier Drogba, John Terry, Eden Hazard, Claude Makelele, Arjen Robben, Petr Cech, Michael Ballack, and David Luiz are some of the most famous players to have represented Chelsea.
: Jose Mourinho, Antonio Conte, Mauricio Pochettino, Thomas Tuchel, Carlo Ancelotti, and Maurizio Sarri are among the biggest managerial names to have been a part of Chelsea's eminent history.
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