Serra Branca U20 Panoramica

Biggest stars who failed to qualify for World Cup 2026

We are now just over a week out from the 2026 World Cup finals in the United States, Canada and Mexico, with all 48 teams making their way to North America with dreams of glory driving them. All of the pre-qualifying favourites made it safely through, including Spain, Brazil, England, France and defending champions Argentina.

Hojlund sick of McTominay overhead kick taunts

Scott McTominay has revealed he is showing no mercy to Napoli team-mate Rasmus Hojlund following Scotland’s dramatic path to the 2026 World Cup. The midfielder, who has become a cult hero in Italy, admitted he and Billy Gilmour have been relentlessly reminding the Danish striker of the spectacular overhead kick that helped seal Scotland's qualification at Denmark's expense.

Schmeichel announces retirement after devastating injury diagnosis

Leicester City icon Kasper Schmeichel has officially announced his retirement from professional football following a devastating shoulder injury. The 39-year-old, who currently plays for Scottish giants Celtic, confirmed that medical experts have advised him that a return to top-level competition is no longer feasible.

Arsenal v Wigan Athletic - Emirates FA Cup Fourth Round

Arsenal star announces shock retirement from international football

Arsenal midfielder Christian Norgaard has confirmed his retirement from international football with Denmark. The 32-year-old ends his national team career after the country failed to qualify for the upcoming World Cup. He revealed family priorities and the emergence of new talent influenced his decision.

World Cup ticket! Czech Republic beat Denmark in a penalty shootout thriller

The Czech Republic went to a penalty shoot-out twice – and both times the team kept their nerve. After two real nail-biters, the team has now qualified for the World Cup for the first time in 20 years.

4 value bets for this week’s World Cup play-offs

The final places at the 2026 World Cup will be decided this week as the play-offs conclude. Backing several home teams could offer value in Europe.

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Pos	Squadra	G	V	P	S	GF	GS	+/-	Pt.	Forma
1	FC Barcelona	38	31	1	6	95	36	59	94	S V S V V
2	Real Madrid	38	27	5	6	77	35	42	86	V V V S V
3	FC Villarreal	38	22	6	10	72	46	26	72	V S S D V
4	Atletico Madrid	38	21	6	11	62	44	18	69	S V V S V
5	Real Betis	38	15	15	8	59	48	11	60	V S V D V

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