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'Isn't on my mind' - Barnes dampens Scotland's World Cup hopes

Harvey Barnes has poured cold water on the chance of switching international allegiance from England to Scotland. The Newcastle winger is able to make the change as he has Scottish grandparents, even after making an appearance for the Three Lions. Barnes' sole Three Lions cap came in a friendly, meaning he is still able to turn out for the Tartan Army.

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Scotland could steal one-cap England star for World Cup

Harvey Barnes is open to switching his international allegiance from England to Scotland. The Newcastle United winger was capped for the Three Lions in 2020, however, he remains eligible for Steve Clarke's World Cup qualifiers through his Scottish grandparents. Barnes sole England appearance came in a friendly against Wales, meaning he can represent the Tartan Army under FIFA rules.

Scotland v Denmark - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

Tearful Robertson reveals how Jota inspired his Scotland World Cup dream

There were emotional scenes at Hampden Park after Scotland secured their qualification for next year's World Cup and it was a particularly poignant moment for Andy Robertson, who took time after the match to pay tribute to late Liverpool team-mate Diogo Jota, who lost his life in a tragic car accident in Spain earlier this year.

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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.

📽️ | McTominay channels CR7 with outrageous overhead kick

On a historic night for Scottish football that ended what will be come next summer a 28-year absence from the World Cup, Scott McTominay scored the best goal of his career by launching himself into the air to set the tone for a crunch qualifier against Denmark in Glasgow. The Napoli midfielder and reigning Serie A Player of the Year is having the time of his life for both club and country right now.

Scotland book World Cup spot after thriller with Denmark

Scotland are heading to the 2026 FIFA World Cup after Scott McTominay, Kieran Tierney and Kenny McLean all scored incredible goals to inspire the Tartan Army to a 4-2 victory over Denmark in Tuesday's do-or-die qualifier. The hosts needed all three points, whereas the Danes would have qualified with a draw. And in a frantic see-saw battle until stoppage time, Scotlan emerged triumphant.

Scotland v Iceland - International Friendly

Scotland World Cup 2026 qualifying: Group, fixtures & results

All you need to know about the Scotland national team's qualification campaign for the 2026 World Cup.

How to get Scotland vs Denmark World Cup Qualifier tickets

Here’s exactly how you can secure tickets to Scotland vs Denmark

How to get Greece vs Scotland World Cup Qualifier tickets

Here’s exactly how you can secure tickets to Greece vs Scotland

England learn venue of first Euro 2028 game - it’s not Wembley

The schedule for Euro 2028 has been released, with England - if they qualify - set to take in their first game of that tournament away from Wembley at the Etihad Stadium. The home of Manchester City will play host to the Three Lions after a competition opener that heads to Wales and the Principality Stadium - with the countdown on to an event that will also see fixtures take place in Scotland and Ireland.

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Brits Abroad: Kane saves Bayern but Jude held by bogey team

GOAL brings you the latest on the British players who are thriving away from home, as several stars choose to make a living in Europe and even beyond. The Premier League is still obviously one of the world's most entertaining divisions and the Championship can prove fantastic for development, but there are more options out there.

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adidas reveals 2026 FIFA World Cup home kits

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

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Brits Abroad: Kane unstoppable but Rashford & Jobe flop

GOAL runs through the best and worst of British players plying their trade on foreign soil after the second week of the new European season

Trent, Kane & 30 Brits Abroad to watch in the new season

Stars of the England, Scotland and Wales national sides are gearing up for another campaign overseas after plenty of success last term

‘Would be perfect’ - Man Utd made mistake selling McTominay

Manchester United have been told they made a mistake selling Scott McTominay as he would have been “perfect” for Ruben Amorim’s rebuild.

Introducing the 2025 British & Irish Football Lions!

GOAL picks 22 players in its footballing version of one of the most prestigious and iconic teams in rugby

McTominay & Reading have skills! Bold table tennis prediction

Scott McTominay claims he would “lace” Wimbledon finalist Nick Kyrgios at table tennis, while revealing girlfriend Cam Reading boasts racket skills.

'Prove Man Utd wrong!' - Liverpool star mocks McTominay sale

Scott McTominay "wanted to prove Manchester United wrong" when joining Napoli, says Andy Robertson, and he has done just that.

Kane, McTominay & the top 20 Brits Abroad of the season

The captain of England, a superstar Galactico and a Manchester United outcast were among the best Brits to play away from home this season

No easy route to Euro 2028! Home Nations to play qualifiers

UEFA have reportedly ruled that host nations, including England, will have to qualify for the 2028 European Championship.

Brits Abroad: Kane makes history while McTominay nears title

England's captain cemented his place in the history books, but it was not as fruitful a week for some of his compatriots on the continent

UK backed to host first men's World Cup since 1966

The UK has been tipped to host a men's World Cup for the first time since 1966, when England lifted the Jules Rimet Trophy at Wembley.

Kane gets his trophy - but other Brits abroad suffer title blows

The England captain was finally able to learn what lifting silverware feels like, but it proved to be a tough weekend for some of his fellow expats

McTominay mania! Napoli fans dedicate shrine to Scotland star

Napoli fans have shown their love for midfielder Scott McTominay with a new shrine in the city after his brilliant performances for the club.

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Brits Abroad: Kane, Dier & Toney get their hands on trophies

GOAL brings you the latest goings-on with the Britons plying their trade on foreign soil, including England's captain and Los Blancos' 'Galactico'

Bellingham, Kane & ranking the top 20 Brits abroad

Some of England, Scotland and Wales' finest footballers are plying their trade in mainland Europe and beyond this season

Frequently asked questions

: The story behind the birth of Liverpool as we know it today is quite interesting. Originally, it was Liverpool's Merseyside rivals Everton who would play their games at Anfield. However, after Everton decided to play their games elsewhere following a dispute in March 1892, John Houlding, the owner of Anfield at the time, decided to form his own club called Liverpool F.C.
: Fenway Sports Group (FSG), an American multinational sports holding conglomerate, is the owner of Liverpool. FSG purchased the club in 2010 through subsidiaries N.E.S.V.I, LLC and the UK-based UKSV Holdings Company Limited.
: Liverpool are playing their home games at the illustrious Anfield Stadium, which was built in 1884 and has since undergone several renovations, the latest being completed in 2024.
: Anfield has a capacity of 61,276, with the renovation of the Anfield Road Stand in the latter half of the 2023-24 campaign taking the stadium's capacity past the 60,000-mark.
: Liverpool have won a stellar 67 trophies throughout their history, which includes six Champions Leagues, 19 top-flight titles, and six FA Cups.
: Liverpool are the second-most successful English side in terms of top flight titles with 19, just one shy of Manchester United. Their previous league glory came in the 2019-20 season, which remains their only league title till date in the Premier League era.
: Former English midfielder Ian Callaghan made 857 appearances for the Reds. He is the only player in Liverpool history to have made over 800 appearances for the club.
: Liverpool icon Ian Rush is the club's all-time top goalscorer, finding the back of the net 346 times in 660 games.
: Luis Suarez, Ian Rush, Mohamed Salah, Steven Gerrard, Xabi Alonso, James Milner, Fernando Torres, and Michael Owen are among the most popular players to have donned the Liverpool jersey.
: Brendan Rodgers, Bill Shankly, Jurgen Klopp, Kenny Dalglish, Rafael Benitez, and Gerard Houllier are some of the most prominent managers to have been at the helm for Liverpool.
: Liverpool are famously known as The Reds. The media as well as the club's supporters coined the term during the 1965-66 season, when the team first wore an all-red attire for the games.

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