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GOAL writers predict the World Cup dark horses

It's so close we can almost taste it. The 2026 World Cup is now just days away, with the best players from around the globe descending on the United States, Mexico and Canada for what promises to be a superb summer of football. While some teams will solely harbour dreams of getting out of the groups, others know that anything other than a trophy parade in late-July will go down as failure. We're set, then, for five-and-a-half weeks of drama, filled with joy and heartbreak in equal measure.

Qatar vs Switzerland: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the World Cup match between Qatar and Switzerland, as well as kick-off time and team news

Explained: Why ALL squad players must join World Cup pre-match anthems

FIFA has announced a significant protocol modification that will see every squad member take part in the pre-match national anthems at the upcoming World Cup. Moving away from traditional sporting custom, football's global governing body has mandated that both starting line-ups and substitutes congregate together on the pitch ahead of kick-off.

Embolo cleared for World Cup after visa drama

Breel Embolo's World Cup travel uncertainty has finally come to an end after the Switzerland striker received approval to enter the United States. The 29-year-old missed the squad's departure to their training camp in San Diego earlier this week, but is now set to link up with his team-mates ahead of the tournament.

Taste the 2026 World Cup through New York City's food culture

Explore the top game-day foods from 2026 World Cup Groups A, B and C, plus NYC restaurants where fans can watch matches and sample global flavors.

Shock as Switzerland star Embolo is stopped from travelling to US

Switzerland’s World Cup preparations have been thrown into chaos after star striker Breel Embolo was sensationally blocked from travelling to the United States. The Rennes forward was forced to remain behind while the rest of Murat Yakin’s squad jetted off to their training base in San Diego.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
2	Real Madrid	38	27	5	6	77	35	42	86	W W W L W
3	Villarreal	38	22	6	10	72	46	26	72	W L L D W
4	Atletico Madrid	38	21	6	11	62	44	18	69	L W W L W
5	Real Betis	38	15	15	8	59	48	11	60	W L W D W
6	Celta Vigo	38	14	12	12	53	48	5	54	W D L W W

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