Erling Haaland was the predictable protagonist as Norway picked up a crucial 4-1 victory over Iraq in their first World Cup match since 1998 on Tuesday. The Manchester City striker's first-half brace proved to be decisive, helping to ensure the dark horses made a winning start in Boston in the so-called 'Group of Death'.
We're now just hours away from the start of the 2026 World Cup, with teams currently making their final preparations ahead of the big kick-off in the United States, Mexico and Canada on Thursday. This is the biggest World Cup ever, with 48 teams having qualified, meaning there are a whole host of players making their first appearance on the global stage.
After years of build-up, the 2026 World Cup is almost upon us. The best players in the world have descended on the United States, Mexico and Canada with dreams of lifting the most prestigious trophy in global football ahead of the action getting under way in Mexico City.
Harry Kane has addressed concerns regarding England's perceived overreliance on his goalscoring exploits as the Three Lions prepare for the 2026 World Cup. The captain enters the tournament in the form of his life, having smashed records during a prolific title-winning season in Germany with Bayern Munich.
Thomas Tuchel has no shortage of world-class talent to choose from within England's squad for the 2026 World Cup. But while the presence of players such as Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham and Declan Rice mean that the Tuchel's team are among the favourites, it's worth imagining a world where every England-eligible player at the tournament opted to represent the Three Lions.
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.
Nike has unveiled its new "Rip the Script" campaign ahead of the 2026 World Cup, bringing together some of football's biggest names and global celebrities. Cole Palmer, Erling Haaland, Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior headline the film, which promotes creativity and instinctive play while showcasing the brand's latest football innovations.
Florentino Perez has dismissed speculation linking Real Madrid with Erling Haaland and Harry Kane, while hinting that a €150 million signing will be unveiled next week. The club president used a television appearance to underline Los Blancos' financial strength as he faces growing pressure in the race for the presidency.
The battle for the Real Madrid presidency has reached fever pitch as challenger Enrique Riquelme refuses to back down from his blockbuster claims regarding Manchester City duo Erling Haaland and Rodri. Despite sharp denials from the other side, the 37-year-old entrepreneur insists he has the roadmap ready to bring the Premier League's biggest stars to the Santiago Bernabeu.
Erling Haaland has openly embraced his reputation as the footballing equivalent of The Terminator. A few years ago, he even wished all of his followers on social media a 'Happy Haalandween' by sharing an image of himself portrayed as half-man and half-goal-scoring machine. However, to think of Haaland solely as a stone-cold killer in front of goal does a disservice to an emotional and colourful character who has never wanted anything but the best for his native Norway.
The race for the Real Madrid presidency has taken a sensational turn after candidate Enrique Riquelme claimed that Erling Haaland has already agreed to a move to the Bernabeu. In a high-stakes election battle against long-serving incumbent Florentino Perez, the 37-year-old entrepreneur has staked his entire campaign on bringing the Manchester City superstar to the Spanish capital.
The European football season is almost over. Just one game remains - the Champions League final, as Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain prepare to do battle in Budapest on Saturday. Both sides come into the game having won their own domestic titles, with PSG looking to defend the crown they won for the first time last season, while the Gunners are aiming to secure their first European Cup.
Erling Haaland has issued a defiant rallying cry to his Manchester City team-mates, insisting the club must continue to dominate the footballing landscape following the departure of Pep Guardiola. Despite the legendary manager ending his decade-long stay at the Etihad, the Norwegian striker is adamant that the hunger for major silverware remains as strong as ever.
Harry Kane has been officially crowned the 2025-26 European Golden Shoe winner following an extraordinary goalscoring campaign for Bayern Munich. The England captain decisively beat Manchester City forward Erling Haaland and Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappe to the prestigious prize, cementing his status as the most lethal finisher across Europe's top leagues.
Arsenal centre-back Gabriel Magalhaes has added another chapter to his ongoing rivalry with Manchester City striker Erling Haaland. After the Gunners finally secured the Premier League title, the Brazilian defender took to TikTok to celebrate with a very specific musical choice, seemingly mocking his Norwegian rival and reigniting their fierce on-pitch feud.
And there we have it: another Premier League season is in the books. It was a campaign that delivered at both ends of the table, with both the title race and the desperate fight for survival going right down to the wire in a nerve-shredding conclusion for fans of Arsenal, Manchester City, Tottenham and West Ham. Ultimately, it was the Gunners who tasted glory for the first time in 22 long years, while the Hammers suffered the heartbreak of relegation on the final day.
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