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WC26 Power Rankings: France flex as England & U.S. falter

There really is nothing like the World Cup. Even just qualifying generates a level of nationwide excitement that the club game simply cannot match, which is why we witnessed truly joyous scenes all across the globe during the March international break, as the final six qualifiers were confirmed for this summer's festival of football in North America.

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World Cup 2026: Full list of qualified teams

GOAL breaks down all the confirmed qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup, plus the teams who could soon be on their way.

How to buy South Korea World Cup 2026 tickets

The Taegeuk Warriors are heading to North America in search of World Cup glory and you could join them.

Who will make South Korea's squad for the 2026 World Cup?

All you need to know about South Korea's squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup

2026 World Cup group stage draw: Fixtures and broadcasters

Discover the group stage draw and match schedule for the 2026 World Cup.

2026 World Cup fixtures and broadcasters

Discover the 2026 World Cup dates, match schedule, group standings, results and every channel broadcasting the tournament.

World Cup dark horses, ranked: Colombia, South Korea or USMNT?

From Colombia to the USMNT, GOAL ranks the teams most likely to make a dark horse run at the 2026 World Cup - and possibly even go all the way

Mexico WC draw reaction: El Tri get Son and South Korea test

Mexico now know their path for the 2026 World Cup. El Tri will open the tournament at the Estadio Azteca against South Africa (61), marking the first time an opening match from a previous edition has been repeated. South Korea (22) and the winner of a European playoff round out a Group A that also spares Javier Aguirre’s squad from several higher-profile opponents.

IN FULL: World Cup 2026 group-stage draw

The World Cup 2026 draw has been made, with England set to face Croatia in the group stages, and the USMNT to take on Australia. Brazil have been drawn with Morocco, while France will play Senegal and Argentina must face Austria.

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📽️ | Son's advice for ex-Spurs team-mate Kane!

Heung-Min Son has delivered advice to Bayern Munich striker and former Tottenham team-mate Harry Kane on what he'd tell his younger self when going through a setback. Kane posted the video on his official Instagram account to promote World Mental Health Day and encouraged others to talk about the tough times to help overcome the stigma surrounding mental health.

Rodrygo returns with a vengeance as Brazil rout South Korea

Brazil delivered the most convincing performance of Carlo Ancelotti's reign so far as they overcame some challenging conditions to thrash South Korea 5-0 in a friendly in sodden Seoul, with Real Madrid's Rodrygo starring on his return to the squad. After an underwhelming start to his tenure, the Italian tactician will be a much happier man as the Selecao's World Cup preparations begin in earnest.

Mexico v South Korea - International Friendly

Mexico Stock Up, Stock Down: Lira shines, Lozano falters

Javier Aguirre’s squad drew 0-0 against Japan in Oakland and salvaged a 2-2 result against South Korea on Tuesday

'We’re on the right track' - Aguirre encouraged after El Tri draws

El Tri closed the September FIFA window with a 0-0 draw against Japan and a dramatic 2-2 tie with South Korea.

Giménez saves Mexico with late stunner against South Korea

Javier Aguirre’s side closed out the September international window with two draws.

United States v South Korea - International Friendly

'Not a ton to get excited about' - Howard on World Cup optimism

The former USMNT star raised concerns about Mauricio Pochettino's squad's readiness for the World Cup

Mexico v Honduras - Gold Cup 2025: Semifinal

Santi to start? Projecting Aguirre's starting XI vs. South Korea

El Tri will face South Korea at GEODIS Park in Nashville after a disappointing 0-0 draw with Japan

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'Eager to bring back the old Chucky' - Aguirre on Lozano’s form

The veteran returned to the Mexican national team against Japan after more than a year away from call-ups.

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Aguirre expects improvement from Mexico against South Korea

The “Vasco” admitted he is aware of the criticism he has received over his team’s performances.

United States v Costa Rica - Gold Cup 2025: Quarterfinals

Gomez knocks Pochettino for 'abysmal performance' vs Korea

The former U.S. star was critical of the national team after their disappointing display against South Korea

'This is a failure' - Davies calls out Pochettino's decisions

Tony Meola added that the USMNT have made no progress since Pochettino replaced the fired Gregg Berhalter

Former USMNT striker Gomez accuses Pochettino of shifting blame

The former USMNT striker has delivered a critique of a recent interview, suggesting Pochettino is attempting to deflect responsibility

'More questions than answers' - Holden calls out Poch's tactics

Holden questioned both tactical and lineup decisions by Pochettino, pointing to the Tim Ream and Tristan Blackmon pairing

United States v Mexico - Gold Cup 2025: Final

'Stakes are much higher' - Lalas says he would fire Pochettino

In the wake of a 2-0 loss to South Korea, Lalas said there is too much at stake with a home World Cup to risk poor results

Javier Aguirre: Mexico didn’t deserve to beat Japan

Edson Álvarez limped off with a hamstring issue that could sideline him for a month.

'Not optimistic at this point' - Donovan on USMNT loss

The former USMNT star questions decision-making, says Pochettino's side need to make a statement against Japan

Pochettino preaches process, Pulisic underwhelms in loss

Since taking charge of the USMNT, Pochettino doesn't yet have a signature win - and South Korea delivered another signature loss

Frequently asked questions

Der FC Bayern München wurde am 27. Februar 1900 im Schwabinger Café Gisela gegründet. Gründungsmitglieder waren elf junge Männer, angeführt vom späteren ersten Präsidenten Franz John. Die Gründung bedeutete die Abspaltung vom MTV München.

An der FC Bayern München AG, die sich insbesondere um die Fußballabteilung kümmert, hält der eigetragene Verein (eV) des FC Bayern München, also die rund 400.000 Mitglieder, mit 75 Prozent den Hauptanteil. Die restlichen 25 Prozent halten die Adidas AG, die Allianz SE und die Audi AG zu gleichen Anteilen (je 8,33 Prozent).

Das Stadion des FC Bayern München befindet sich im Norden der bayerischen Landeshauptstadt (Schwabing-Freimann) und trägt den Namen Allianz Arena.

Das Stadion des FC Bayern München, die Allianz Arena, bietet bei nationalen Spielen 75.024 Plätze, bei internationalen Ansetzungen 70.000.

Der FC Bayern München hat in seiner langen Historie eine Vielzahl von nationalen und internationalen Titeln gewonnen. Darunter zählen:

33-mal deutscher Meister (22/23, 21/22, 20/21, 19/20, 18/19, 17/18, 16/17, 15/16, 14/15, 13/14, 12/13, 09/10, 07/08, 05/06, 04/05, 02/03, 00/01, 99/00, 98/99, 96/97, 93/94, 89/90, 88/89, 86/87, 85/86, 84/85, 80/81, 79/80, 73/74, 72/73, 71/72, 68/69, 31/32)
20-mal DFB-Pokal Sieger (19/20, 18/19, 15/16, 13/14, 12/13 , 09/10, 07/08, 05/06, 04/05, 02/03, 99/00, 97/98, 85/86, 83/84, 81/82, 70/71, 68/69, 66/67, 65/66, 56/57)
3-mal Champions League Sieger (19/20, 12/13, 00/01)
3-mal Europapokal der Landesmeister Sieger (75/76, 74/75, 73/74)
2-mal FIFA Klub-WM Sieger (20/21, 13/14)
2-mal Weltpokal Sieger (2001 , 1976)
2-mal UEFA Supercup Sieger (20/21, 13/14)
1-mal UEFA Cup Sieger (95/96)
1-mal Europapokal der Pokalsieger Sieger (66/67)
10-mal deutscher Superpokalsieger (22/23, 21/22, 20/21, 18/19, 17/18, 16/17, 12/13, 10/11, 90/91, 87/88)
6-mal deutscher Ligapokalsieger (07/08, 04/05, 00/01, 99/00, 98/99, 97/98)
1-mal süddeutscher Pokalsieger (56/57)

Der FC Bayern München hat 33-mal die deutsche Meisterschaft gewonnen.

Aktuell hält Thomas Müller den Rekord für die meisten Einsätze für den FC Bayern München. Müller absolvierte bislang 746 Pflichtspiele für den FCB.

Die meisten Tore für den FC Bayern München hat Gerd Müller geschossen. Die mittlerweile verstorbene Vereinslegende traf 570-mal im Dress des deutschen Rekordmeisters. Dafür brauchte er 613 Spiele.

Für den FC Bayern München spielten eine Vielzahl an legendären Fußballern. Folgende Spieler trugen allesamt das Trikot des FCB:

Oliver Kahn, Sepp Maier, Manuel Neuer, Franz Beckenbauer, Paul Breitner, Klaus Augenthaler, Philipp Lahm, David Alaba, Bixente Lizarazu, Lúcio, Georg "Katsche" Schwarzenbeck, Stefan Effenberg, Michael Ballack, Bastian Schweinsteiger, Lothar Matthäus, Franz "Bulle" Roth, Joshua Kimmich, Xabi Alonso, Franck Ribéry, Arjen Robben, Jamal Musiala, Mehmet Scholl, Uli Hoeneß, Gerd Müller, Karl-Heinz Rummenigge, Giovane Élber, Robert Lewandowski, Thomas Müller und Claudio Pizarro.

Beim FC Bayern München standen in der Geschichte viele berühmte und erfolgreiche Trainer an der Seitenlinie. Dazu gehören:

Zlatko "Tschik" Cajkovski, Udo Lattek, Dettmar Cramer, Jupp Heynckes, Erich Ribbeck, Franz Beckenbauer, Giovanni Trapattoni, Otto Rehhagel, Ottmar Hitzfeld, Felix Magath, Jürgen Klinsmann, Louis van Gaal, Pep Guardiola, Carlo Ancelotti, Hansi Flick und Thomas Tuchel.

Der Spitzname des FC Bayern München nimmt Bezug auf die Vereinsfarben. So werden die Spieler des deutschen Rekordmeisters meist nur "die Roten" genannt.

Darüber hinaus ist auch der Begriff "FC Hollywood" gebräuchlich, welchen der ehemalige Trainer Giovanni Trapattoni prägte. Der Spitzname bezieht sich auf eine turbulente Zeit des Vereins während der 90er-Jahre, als es zwischen einigen hochrangigen Spielern und Funktionären des Klubs zu Auseinandersetzungen kam - ähnlich wie in einer täglichen Seifenoper.

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