Derby County U18 Overview

Brazil v Morocco: Group C - FIFA World Cup 2026

Marquinhos responds to 'arrogant' Neymar jibe from Japan star

The atmosphere for the World Cup round of 32 tie between Brazil and Japan heated up off the field after controversial statements from Kento Shiogai. Marquinhos, captain of the Brazilian national team, did not shy away from responding to comments from Shiogai questioning Neymar's current level and the Selecao's collective strength.

Scotland v Brazil: Group C - FIFA World Cup 2026

Neymar in 'good shape' but set for sub role again in Brazil vs Japan tie

Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed that Neymar is in "good shape" but suggested the forward will once again start on the bench for Monday’s World Cup round of 32 clash against Japan. The Santos star made his long-awaited return to the international stage as a late substitute in the Selecao's final group game against Scotland.

Brazil vs Japan FIFA World Cup 2026 Preview

Comprehensive match preview of Brazil vs Japan at World Cup 2026. We talk tactics, team news, and more ahead of this Round of 32 clash in Houston.

Spain v Cabo Verde: Group H - FIFA World Cup 2026

How have debutant teams performed at the FIFA World Cup?

Four nations made debuts at the 2026 World Cup, with Cape Verde, Curacao, Jordan and Uzbekistan gracing the grandest stage in international football for the first time. It is the tournament with the most newcomers since 2006 and Cape Verde have achieved the feat of ending a 16-year wait for a debutant to reach the knockout stages, with the African nation to face Lionel Messi's Argentina on Friday.

WC26 Power Rankings: Draw opens up for Messi & Argentina

The group stages of the 2026 World Cup are in the books after a thrilling fortnight of action across the United States, Mexico and Canada. Despite a lack of eye-catching fixtures on paper in the new, expanded format, there has been drama aplenty, with all the big names showing up for their respective countries on football's biggest stage.

World Cup 2026 Golden Boot standings: Messi leads Mbappe & Co

The 2026 World Cup is underway and so is the race for the prestigious Golden Boot - the award given to the tournament's top scorer. There's a long road ahead as 48 nations battle for the top prize, but which star will take home the illustrious award? Here are GOAL's predicted candidates for the prize as we keep track of the tournament's most prolific stars

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
19	Blackburn Rovers U18	26	9	6	11	51	68	-17	33	L W D L L
20	Fulham U18	28	9	6	13	48	65	-17	33	L D W L L
21	Derby County U18	26	10	2	14	44	67	-23	32	W L L W W
22	Burnley U18	26	9	3	14	49	68	-19	30	W L W W L
23	Leeds United U18	26	8	5	13	47	68	-21	29	L L L L W