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How have debutant teams performed at the FIFA World Cup?

Four nations will make debuts at the 2026 World Cup, with Cape Verde, Curacao, Jordan and Uzbekistan set to grace the grandest stage in international football for the first time. It will be the tournament with the most newcomers since 2006 and all will have ambitions of ending a 16-year wait for a debutant to reach the knockout stages.

Biggest stars who failed to qualify for World Cup 2026

We are now just hours away from the start of the 2026 World Cup finals in the United States, Canada and Mexico, with all 48 teams having made their way to North America with dreams of glory driving them. All of the pre-qualifying favourites made it safely through, including Spain, Brazil, England, France and defending champions Argentina.

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Kane admits ex-Spurs team-mate Eriksen faces ‘some decisions’

Harry Kane has sent a heartfelt message to his former Tottenham team-mate Christian Eriksen following the midfielder's latest on-field health scare. The Denmark international caused widespread concern when he clutched his chest and fell to the ground during a friendly against Ukraine, reminiscent of his cardiac arrest at Euro 2020.

Christian Eriksen speaks out after mid-game collapse vs Ukraine

Christian Eriksen has broken his silence to reassure supporters that he is recovering at home following a terrifying on-pitch collapse during Denmark’s clash with Ukraine. The 34-year-old midfielder was discharged from the hospital after his internal defibrillator was triggered during the international friendly on Sunday.

Czechia v Denmark - FIFA World Cup 2026 European Qualifiers KO play-offs

Should Eriksen retire after second collapse? Former Spurs team-mate offers future advice

Andros Townsend has led calls for Christian Eriksen to consider retiring from professional football after the midfielder suffered a second terrifying in-game collapse. The football world was left in shock on Sunday as the 34-year-old went down during Denmark’s friendly against Ukraine, almost five years since his cardiac arrest at Euro 2020.

Where to watch Denmark today? Live soccer streams and TV channels for upcoming games

Everything you need to know about how to watch Denmark in friendlies and all major competitions

After his latest collapse, here's how Christian Eriksen is faring

Following the latest collapse of Denmark's international footballer Christian Eriksen, there are cautious signs of relief.

Update on Eriksen’s condition following mid-game collapse during Denmark’s friendly

The football world was plunged into a state of shock on Sunday as Christian Eriksen appeared to collapse during Denmark’s friendly encounter with Ukraine. Fans and players alike feared the worst as the 34-year-old midfielder, who famously suffered a cardiac arrest at Euro 2020, was forced to leave the pitch amid distressing scenes in Odense.

Eriksen responsive after collapse in Denmark-Ukraine friendly

Christian Eriksen collapsed on the field for the second time in his career, briefly losing consciousness during Denmark's friendly with Ukraine on Sunday afternoon. The FA subsequently announced that Eriksen came around by himself, and was responsive in hospital. The incident came nearly five years after he collapsed at Euro 2021.

Denmark vs Ukraine: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the Friendly match between Denmark and Ukraine, as well as kick-off time and team news

Denmark vs DR Congo: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the Friendlies match between Denmark and DR Congo, as well as kick-off time and team news

Hojlund sick of McTominay overhead kick taunts

Scott McTominay has revealed he is showing no mercy to Napoli team-mate Rasmus Hojlund following Scotland’s dramatic path to the 2026 World Cup. The midfielder, who has become a cult hero in Italy, admitted he and Billy Gilmour have been relentlessly reminding the Danish striker of the spectacular overhead kick that helped seal Scotland's qualification at Denmark's expense.

Schmeichel announces retirement after devastating injury diagnosis

Leicester City icon Kasper Schmeichel has officially announced his retirement from professional football following a devastating shoulder injury. The 39-year-old, who currently plays for Scottish giants Celtic, confirmed that medical experts have advised him that a return to top-level competition is no longer feasible.

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Arsenal star announces shock retirement from international football

Arsenal midfielder Christian Norgaard has confirmed his retirement from international football with Denmark. The 32-year-old ends his national team career after the country failed to qualify for the upcoming World Cup. He revealed family priorities and the emergence of new talent influenced his decision.

World Cup ticket! Czech Republic beat Denmark in a penalty shootout thriller

The Czech Republic went to a penalty shoot-out twice – and both times the team kept their nerve. After two real nail-biters, the team has now qualified for the World Cup for the first time in 20 years.

4 value bets for this week’s World Cup play-offs

The final places at the 2026 World Cup will be decided this week as the play-offs conclude. Backing several home teams could offer value in Europe.

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Czech Republic vs Denmark Predictions: Visitors to reach the World Cup

Get three Czech Republic vs Denmark predictions from our soccer expert, before Tuesday’s 2:45pm ET World Cup qualifying clash (3/31).

Czechia vs Denmark: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the World Cup Qualification UEFA match between Czechia and Denmark, as well as kick-off time and team news

Denmark vs North Macedonia Predictions: Injury-hit Danes limp to a win

Explore our soccer expert’s Denmark vs North Macedonia predictions, pre Thursday’s 3:45pm ET World Cup qualifier clash (3/26).

Lewa, Donnarumma & 11 stars at risk of missing the World Cup

The final international window before the end of the 2025-26 club season is here. For most of the globe's traditional powerhouses, this month is about finetuning ahead of the World Cup in the United States, Mexico and Canada. But not every team has the luxury of such forward planning, with several big-hitters still yet to punch their ticket to the tournament.

Denmark vs North Macedonia: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the World Cup Qualification UEFA match between Denmark and North Macedonia, as well as kick-off time and team news

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Man Utd handed Dorgu boost as return date revealed

Patrick Dorgu's international manager, Brian Reimer, is hopeful that the full-back will be able to play for Denmark during the March international break. The Manchester United left-back is currently injured, and has been out since the clash with Arsenal at the end of January. However, he is now on the recovery trail which will be a boost for Michael Carrick.

Wales v North Macedonia - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

World Cup play-off draw: Italy block path for Wales & N Ireland

Italy block the qualification path for Wales and Northern Ireland when it comes to reaching the 2026 World Cup, while the Republic of Ireland will face Czechia in the play-off semi-finals. There are four more places at FIFA’s flagship event up for grabs in the UEFA section, with routes to the United States, Canada and Mexico being mapped out for all of the hopefuls.

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Chelsea star told he needs more minutes to claim World Cup spot

Chelsea goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen has reportedly been told he has a chance of becoming Denmark’s first-choice at the 2026 World Cup if he earns more first-team minutes this season. The Red and Whites still have work to do if they are to qualify for next summer’s tournament but it is understood they are already making plans in the event they book a ticket to North America.

Scotland v Denmark - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

📽️ | 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, Scotland emerged triumphant.

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