World Cup Qualification UEFA news

Roberto Martinez's side kicked-off their World Cup qualifying campaign in style on an emotional evening

An own goal and a Declan Rice header kept the Euro 2024 finalists on track for qualification, but the team lacked inspiration at Villa Park

Kylian Mbappe admitted it was "stupidity" after error during France's 2-0 win over Ukraine

Thomas Tuchel has handed an England debut to Elliot Anderson against Andorra, while Marcus Rashford has been recalled to the starting XI.

Paris Saint-Germain have expressed their displeasure over Ousmane Dembele's injury during France's 2026 World Cup qualifier against Ukraine on Friday. Les Bleus picked up a comfortable 2-0 win but had to deal with Dembele's injury setback as the winger hobbled off the pitch just after half-time with a hamstring problem.

Barcelona are reportedly considering whether to send Marcus Rashford back to Manchester United, less than two months after signing him on a season-long loan.

Thomas Tuchel has raised eyebrows by recalling a player that hadn't been a part of the Three Lions set-up since 2018

How to watch the World Cup Qualification match between England and Andorra, as well as kick-off time and team news.

Jamal Musiala has been dubbed irreplaceable "like Lionel Messi" by German icon, Lothar Matthaus, after a shock World Cup qualifying defeat to Slovakia. The Bayern Munich midfielder fractured his fibula and damaged ankle ligaments following a brutal collision with Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma in the Club World Cup. The 22-year-old was stretchered off in Atlanta, visibly distraught, and Bayern later confirmed he requires surgery that will sideline him for several months.

France sealed a 2-0 victory over Ukraine but Didier Deschamps left the pitch with a bitter taste as the Ballon D'Or frontrunner, Ousmane Dembele, hobbled off with a hamstring injury. However, the winger's setback paved the way for Liverpool's Hugo Ekitike to make his international debut in Wraclow.

Joshua Kimmich was critical of Germany's "attitude" as he reflected on the shock 2-0 loss to Slovakia in World Cup qualifying on Thursday.

Germany centre-back Antonio Rudiger gave a passionate speech to his team-mates after their embarrassing 2-0 defeat to Slovakia on Thursday.

Liverpool legend Emile Heskey has questioned the ongoing inclusion of Jordan Henderson in the England squad, insisting he is "blocking" youngsters.

Poland's all-time leading scorer, Robert Lewandowski, set out to correct the record after returning to the team following a controversial absence.

Bastian Schweinsteiger believes Manuel Neuer is the only solution for Germany's goalkeeper crisis ahead of the World Cup.

Kylian Mbappe has become the latest player to criticise football’s demanding calendar, urging changes for the good after a personal health scare.

Luis de la Fuente claims his team has a lot of players that can score goals, as he shines light on Marc Cucurella's underrated performance.