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2026 World Cup group stage draw: Fixtures and broadcasters

Discover the group stage draw and match schedule for the 2026 World Cup.

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

England confirm opponents for March international break

England have confirmed their opponents for the March international break, which they are set to play their final games before Thomas Tuchel picks his final squad for the 2026 World Cup. They have been drawn in Group L and will face Croatia, Panama and Ghana at the finals, where they will be looking to break their major trophy curse, which has extended to 60 years.

World Cup dark horses, ranked: Colombia, South Korea or USMNT?

From Colombia to the USMNT, GOAL ranks the teams most likely to make a dark horse run at the 2026 World Cup - and possibly even go all the way

IN FULL: World Cup 2026 group-stage draw

The World Cup 2026 draw has been made, with England set to face Croatia in the group stages, and the USMNT to take on Australia. Brazil have been drawn with Morocco, while France will play Senegal and Argentina must face Austria.

adidas FIFA World Cup 2026 home kit launch

adidas reveals 2026 FIFA World Cup home kits

adidas drops their largest ever collection of home kits ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026

Brazil international bids to help Vasco sign Spurs & Newcastle stars

Brazil international Paulo Henrique joked that he is trying to help Vasco da Gama lure Tottenham and Newcastle stars to the Serie A from the Premier League. The 29-year-old winger made the light-hearted confession after Brazil’s embarrassing 3-2 defeat to Japan in Tokyo, a friendly that went from cruise control to complete calamity in the second half.

Martinelli's good work ruined as Brazil capitulate in Japan

Brazil surrendered a two-goal lead as a complete second-half collapse resulted in a humiliating 3-2 friendly defeat to Japan in Tokyo on Tuesday. Carlo Ancelotti's side had looked supremely comfortable at the break courtesy of fine strikes from Paulo Henrique and Gabriel Martinelli, but they conspired to throw away their advantage - crumbling under pressure from their spirited hosts. The second defeat of his tenure already, Ancelotti has his work cut out as preparations for the 2026 World Cup ramp up.

Japan vs Brazil: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the friendly match between Japan and Brazil, as well as kick-off time and team news.

Japan vs Paraguay: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the international friendly match between Japan and Paraguay, as well as kick-off time and team news.

Mauricio Pochettino, Christian Pulisic, Folarin Balogun

USMNT Rondo: What are World Cup ramifications of Japan win?

GOAL US writers evaluate the state of the USMNT after a 2-0 loss to South Korea and subsequent 2-0 victory over Japan

Folarin Balogun, Alejandro Zendejas, Antonio Freeman

USMNT Stock Up, Stock Down: Zendejas, Balogun seize chances

Some players moved closer to Mauricio Pochettino's World Cup squad in September friendlies, but others now challenged

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'Not as much drama' - Pulisic makes statement on, off pitch

Could this game, one that offered some semblance of momentum, be a defining moment for Pochettino and the USMNT?

Rapid response: Zendejas, Balogun deliver much-needed win

In need of a big performance, the U.S. turned in the team's best shift of the Pochettino era, even against a rotated Japan side

WATCH: USMNT's Zendejas stuns Japan with incredible volley

The American winger has struggled for call ups and playing time, but showed his quality with incredible opening goal

New England Revolution v New York Red Bulls - Eastern Conference Final - Leg 1

Thierry Henry calls on USMNT to 'solve issues' ahead of 2026

The Premier League legend expressed his hopes that Mauricio Pochettino's side can find form in the wake of a disappointing run

Mexico v Honduras - Gold Cup 2025: Semifinal

Santi to start? Projecting Aguirre's starting XI vs. South Korea

El Tri will face South Korea at GEODIS Park in Nashville after a disappointing 0-0 draw with Japan

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Aguirre expects improvement from Mexico against South Korea

The “Vasco” admitted he is aware of the criticism he has received over his team’s performances.

Saudi Arabia v United States - Gold Cup 2025

WATCH: All-access with Pochettino, U.S. ahead of Japan match

USMNT posted video highlighting the Argentine’s training methods ahead of the team's friendly against Japan

Christian Pulisic, Chris Richards, Tyler Adams

'We know we need the results' - USMNT seek answers vs Japan

With a World Cup looming, Mauricio Pochettino and his squad are facing legitimate questions - can they answer vs Japan?

United States v Costa Rica - Gold Cup 2025: Quarterfinals

Gomez knocks Pochettino for 'abysmal performance' vs Korea

The former U.S. star was critical of the national team after their disappointing display against South Korea

'Stick with the plan' - Pochettino focused on long-term gains

The USMNT boss swatted away criticism, says lack of World Cup qualification allows him freedom to build depth in player pool

USMNT Rondo: What immediate changes must Pochettino make?

GOAL US writers analyze the USMNT's 2-0 loss to South Korea and debate whether Pochettino's side can rally against Japan

It's time for Pochettino to stop experimenting, start winning

With a World Cup looming and losses piling up, those on the outside are finding it difficult to trust Pochettino's process

'This is a failure' - Davies calls out Pochettino's decisions

Tony Meola added that the USMNT have made no progress since Pochettino replaced the fired Gregg Berhalter

United States v South Korea - International Friendly

'More questions than answers' - Holden calls out Poch's tactics

Holden questioned both tactical and lineup decisions by Pochettino, pointing to the Tim Ream and Tristan Blackmon pairing

Frequently asked questions

: Il 7 giugno 1927 Alba Audace, Roman e Fortitudo Pro Roma si unirono in una sola società per dare battaglia ai club del nord e del centro-sud: naque così la Roma.
: Dan Friedkin, imprenditore e produttore cinematografico americano, è il presidente della Roma. La società giallorossa è di proprietà della società The Friedkin Group.
: La Roma gioca le partite interne allo Stadio Olimpico, inaugurato nel maggio 1953 con il nome di Stadio dei Centomila. Nel 1960 assunse il nome attuale dopo l'assegnazione delle Olimpiadi a Roma.
: La Roma può ospitare 70.634 spettatori allo Stadio Olimpico cittadino. Solo San Siro, impianto di Inter e Milan, ha più posti a sedere in Italia.
: La Roma ha vinto tre Scudetti nel corso della sua storia. Il primo è arrivato nel 1943, mentre il secondo nel 1983. L'ultimo titolo giallorosso risale al 2001.
: La Roma ha vinto una sola coppa europea, la Conference League del 2022. La Coppa delle Fiere conquistata nel 1961 non è invece considerata dall'UEFA, al contrario della FIFA.
: La Roma ha vinto 16 trofei nella sua storia, considerando anche la Coppa delle Fiere. Il record è rappresentato dalla Coppa Italia, conquistata in ben 9 occasioni.
: La Roma prende i colori giallo e rosso dal Gonfalone del Campidoglio, ovvero lo stemma della città. In alcune stagioni il colore rosso è stato più chiaro o il giallo più brillante.
: La Roma ha scelto la lupa come simbolo in virtù della lupa capitolina, che secondo la leggenda avrebbe accudito Romolo, fondatore della città, e suo fratello Remo.
: Francesco Totti è il capocannoniere della Roma di tutti i tempi. Dal 1992/1993 al 2016/2017 l'ex capitano giallorosso ha segnato ben 307 goal.
: Oltre ad essere il massimo marcatore di sempre, Francesco Totti detiene anche il record di partite giocate con la Roma. In totale il 'Pupone' è sceso in campo in 786 gare con i giallorossi.
: I giocatori della Roma sono i giallorossi, mentre la squadra è chiamata principalmente la Lupa o la Magica. I calciatori vengono anche chiamati capitolini in virtù della capitale Roma.
: Non c'è un vero e proprio motivo per cui la Roma è chiamata la magica, se non per rimarcare l'amore per il club giallorosso. Il soprannome è nato tra la fine degli anni '70 e l'inizio degli anni '80.
: Lo svedese Nils Liedholm è l'allenatore più presente nella storia della Roma. In totale ha guidato i giallorossi per 439 partite, vincendo uno Scudetto e tre Coppa Italia.
: La Roma è retrocessa in Serie B una sola volta nella sua storia, al termine dell'annata 1950/1951. Un anno dopo, la squadra giallorossa tornerà in Serie A, in cui milita ininterrotamente da allora.

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