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After 15-year barren run will Man Utd make CL final in next 10?

Paul Parker has told GOAL that “UEFA want Manchester United in the Champions League final”, but will the Red Devils hit that target across the next 10 seasons after enduring a 15-year barren run? One of the biggest clubs in world football have not graced the grandest showpiece in European competition since 2011, with a humbling fall from grace being suffered.

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Ronaldo ‘aura’ & Messi ‘force field’! Iwobi on facing GOATs

Alex Iwobi has explained what it is like to face all-time greats Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, with the former having an “aura” while the latter boasts a “force field”. Speaking on the Beast Mode On Podcast, former Arsenal midfielder Iwobi - who is now on the books of Fulham - has lifted the lid on how he became the unfortunate star of a Messi-themed compilation reel.

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€40m wiped from Bellingham’s valuation as Vini suffers same fate

Real Madrid’s era of dominance feels like a distant memory as the financial consequences of two consecutive seasons without major silverware take a heavy toll. The Bernabeu is witnessing a shocking decline in overall squad value, with marquee attackers Jude Bellingham and Vinicius Junior both suffering steep drops to their personal market valuations amid the team's ongoing struggles.

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Neymar backs Yamal for Champions League & Ballon d’Or double

Barcelona’s Champions League campaign may have ended in heartbreak against Atletico Madrid, but the performance of Lamine Yamal left a lasting impression on one of the club's former greats, Neymar. Despite the disappointment of exiting the competition at the quarter-final stage, Yamal’s emergence as a genuine leader at the age of just 18 has convinced many that he is the heir to the throne at Camp Nou.

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Rudiger extends Madrid deal as Alaba nears exit

Real Madrid are preparing for a significant defensive overhaul this summer following a disappointing campaign that sees the Spanish giants on the verge of finishing without a major trophy for the second consecutive year. While the squad is expected to undergo deep changes, the club has moved to secure the short-term future of Antonio Rudiger.

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Ancelotti snubs Arsenal as he names his UCL favourite

Carlo Ancelotti has delivered a blow to Arsenal's European ambitions by overlooking the Gunners when naming his favourite to win the Champions League. The legendary Italian coach, a five-time winner of the competition as a manager and currently preparing for World Cup duties with Brazil, believes the trophy is destined for elsewhere this season.

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A Man City mystery! Treble-winning medals up for sale

A mystery is brewing at the Etihad Stadium following the news that a full set of winners' medals from Manchester City's historic Treble-winning campaign has been put up for auction. Leading sports memorabilia auctioneers Budds have confirmed an "incredible and historical set of five medals" will go under the hammer later this month. The lot is scheduled to be sold as part of the 'Made In Manchester Live' auction, which is due to take place on April 28.

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Bellingham finally speaks out after Bayern defeat

Jude Bellingham has broken his silence following Real Madrid's devastating Champions League elimination at the hands of Bayern Munich. The English midfielder took to social media to express his profound disappointment, acknowledging that the Spanish giants let their passionate fanbase down during a chaotic encounter marred by a controversial red card.

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UEFA accused of causing Barcelona 'serious harm'

Barcelona have officially lodged a formal complaint with UEFA following their Champions League exit at the hands of Atletico Madrid, citing "serious harm" to the club. Vice-president Rafa Yuste spoke out to justify the move, highlighting a series of refereeing decisions that the Catalan giants believe cost them dearly on the European stage.

Kylian Mbappe PSG Champions League trophy

Mbappe 'had nightmares' after PSG won UCL without him

France legend Marcel Desailly has told GOAL that Kylian Mbappe will have “had nightmares” about Paris Saint-Germain winning the Champions League without him and Ousmane Dembele landing the Ballon d’Or. Mbappe headed to Real Madrid in a bid to collect those honours, but has been warned that a trophy drought in Spain could last up to four years.

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Tottenham told ‘minimum’ time frame for Champions League return

Tottenham continue to teeter on the brink of relegation disaster in the Premier League, with Brad Friedel telling GOAL what the “minimum” time frame for a return to Champions League contention would be if the worst were to happen in 2026. Championship football could be on the agenda before elite European competition returns to north London, with a remarkable fall from grace being endured.

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Real Madrid slammed for 'stupid' reaction to Camavinga red card

Wesley Sneijder has launched a scathing attack on Real Madrid's players following their explosive Champions League exit at the hands of Bayern Munich. The former Bernabeu midfielder criticised the squad's decision to target the referee instead of holding Eduardo Camavinga accountable for his "stupid" dismissal during the quarter-final second leg.

Frequently asked questions

Supporters have a number of opportunities to purchase tickets for matches involving Uruguay, 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.

Uruguay have produced a glittering array of striking talent over the years, including Luis Suarez, Diego Forlan and Edinson Cavani. However, it's Oscar Míguez, who played for La Celeste during the 1950 and 1954 tournaments, scoring eight times, who tops the nation's World Cup finals scoring charts. A more modern-day star, in the shape of Fernando Muslera, holds the no.1 spot in the all-time World Cup appearances for Uruguay though, having played 16 times during three tournaments (2010, 2014 and 2018).