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Harry Kane England 2026

Tuchel: Kane in top shape & will handle hot World Cup conditions

England manager Thomas Tuchel has reassured supporters that captain Harry Kane is in peak physical condition ahead of the upcoming World Cup tournament. Despite gruelling North American temperatures exceeding 35 degrees Celsius, the German head coach insists his star striker is sharp, lean, and fully prepared to lead the line effectively.

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Lewis Hamilton

Hamilton reveals he'll be supporting TWO nations at World Cup

Lewis Hamilton has admitted that he will be supporting England and Brazil at the 2026 World Cup. The seven-time Formula 1 world champion says his home nation and the Selecao are equally close to his heart, with his admiration for Brazilian football rooted in the country's culture, history and style of play.

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England World Cup 2026 Camp Thomas Tuchel

Why Tuchel is 'worried' after seeing journalist's photo

England manager Thomas Tuchel has admitted to feeling worried and concerned after viewing a journalist's photograph of the playing surface ahead of his side's World Cup warm-up against New Zealand. However, the German tactician insisted that the newly relaid pitch at the Raymond James Stadium will not alter his pre-determined selection plans.

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World Cup, fixtures & results

Wednesday 10 June
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South Korea
KOR
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Czechia
CZE
Thursday 11 June
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Canada
CAN
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Bosnia and Herzegovina
BIH
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USA
USA
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Paraguay
PAR
Friday 12 June
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Qatar
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Standings

PosTeamPWDLFA+/-PTSForm
1Inter crestInter38276589355487
D
D
W
W
D
2SSC Napoli crestSSC Napoli38237858362276
W
W
L
D
W
3Roma crestRoma382341159312873
W
W
W
W
W
4Como crestComo382011765293671
W
W
W
D
W
5AC Milan crestAC Milan382010853351870
L
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Betting spotlight

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Frequently asked questions

Supporters have a number of opportunities to purchase tickets for matches involving Iran, via the FIFA website, between now and the big kick-off in June. The various sales phases differ in terms of purchasing processes, payment methods and ticket products.

To buy tickets, you must visit the official FIFA ticketing portal and register for an account. You can then log in to your FIFA account and check out ticket availability.

If you are looking for an official and secure way to resell/exchange your FIFA World Cup 26 tickets, the FIFA Resale/Exchange Marketplace is the official channel for doing so. The Marketplace opened in October and be accessed via FIFA.com/tickets.

FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets will also be available from secondary resellers, such as StubHub and Ticombo.

No, tickets will not be available for purchase at the stadiums during FIFA World Cup 2026. There will be no over-the-counter ticket sales. FIFA.com/tickets is the official portal for purchasing tickets.

Iran’s heavy 6-2 loss to England in their opener at the 2022 World Cup was a bitter pill to swallow, but Mehdi Taremi's consolation double strike meant that he became Iran’s top World Cup scorer of all-time. The Olympiacos striker will be hoping to add to his tally further in North America. In terms of World Cup appearances, Ehsan Hajsafi tops Iran's standings with 9 caps, after playing in all his side's matches at the 2014, 2018 and 2022 tournaments.