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‘I would prefer that he didn’t play’ - Spain hoping to avoid CR7

Luis de la Fuente has admitted he would prefer not to see Cristiano Ronaldo on the pitch when Spain face Portugal in a titanic 2026 World Cup round of 16 clash. The La Roja boss believes the 41-year-old remains a match-winning threat despite his veteran status in what is expected to be a high-stakes Iberian derby.

Balogun scandal shows how much World Cup has been tarnished

The World Cup was actually becoming somewhat enjoyable. After the almost complete removal of jeopardy from the group stage caused by the tournament's farcical format, the overdue start of knockout football has unsurprisingly provided us with some genuine excitement - so much so, in fact, that you've probably already forgotten how disgracefully Iran were treated by the United States. Or that referee Omar Artan - along with millions of other Africans - wasn't even allowed to attend.

England v Congo DR: Round Of 32 - FIFA World Cup 2026

‘Didn’t feel it’ - Rice shrugs off England's altitude concerns

Declan Rice has dismissed concerns over the thinning air of Mexico City after England survived a chaotic night at the Azteca Stadium to secure their place in the World Cup quarter-finals. Despite a hostile atmosphere, the Three Lions emerged -3-2 victors to set up a mouth-watering clash against Norway.

Tim Ream #13 of the United States runs with the ball during the International Friendly match between United States and Belgium at Mercedes-Benz Stadium

Why are the United States soccer teams called USMNT & USWNT?

Does it have anything to do with the TMNT? Here's how the US soccer teams' abbreviations may have come along

Real Madrid CF v Atletico de Madrid - LaLiga EA Sports

Camp Nou or Bernabeu? Battle to stage 2030 World Cup final heats up

The battle to host the 2030 World Cup final is heating up as Spain officially throws its weight behind the Santiago Bernabeu and the newly renovated Camp Nou. While Morocco remains a serious contender with its ambitious infrastructure projects, Spanish football officials are adamant that the tournament's climax belongs on Iberian soil.

'Crazy’ Messi amazes Pedri as Spain star dreams of World Cup final reunion with Argentine GOAT

Barcelona star Pedri has hailed the "crazy" form of Lionel Messi at the 2026 World Cup while admitting he dreams of a blockbuster final showdown against the Argentine icon. The Spain international is currently preparing for a titanic round of 16 clash against Portugal, but his eyes are already drifting toward a potential reunion with the man he considers the greatest of all time.