Barcelona hosts Athletic Club in La Liga on August 27, aiming for consecutive victories after a dominant 5-0 opener. The match comes amid Barcelona's ongoing pursuit of striker Julian Alvarez from Atletico Madrid.
FIFA World Cup 2026 expands to 48 teams with 42 nations already qualified across six confederations. The tournament will be hosted by USA, Mexico, and Canada starting June 2026, with final six spots determined via play-offs in March.
Despite missing the 2026 World Cup, China is experiencing a grassroots soccer renaissance with record amateur league attendance and community-driven expansion across provinces, signaling organic growth after years of financial struggles.
Despite missing the World Cup, China is experiencing a grassroots soccer renaissance with record domestic league attendance and thriving amateur regional competitions driven by community passion rather than top-down investment.
Quinta-feira movimentada no futebol com clássico Corinthians x São Paulo no Brasileirão, final da Copa do Brasil Feminina e rodada da Champions League Feminina, com transmissões em múltiplos canais.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America will feature 48 teams, with 42 of 46 spots now filled following playoff draws. Final qualifiers will be determined through European and inter-continental playoffs.
Fourteen additional teams qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in November rounds, bringing the total to 42 of 48 spots. Historic qualifiers include Curaçao (smallest nation ever) and Scotland's first appearance since 1998.
FIFA will hold the 2026 World Cup draw on December 5 in Washington D.C., marking the tournament's historic expansion to 48 teams divided into 12 groups with newly seeded pots.
Optus Stadium is offering VIP behind-the-scenes tours to fans ahead of the Ashes cricket series, including access to player change rooms, practice facilities, and a 42-meter Sky View Deck.
Peru's Peruvian Football Federation confirmed December 7 and 14 dates for home-and-away finals between Alianza Lima and Universitario to determine the 2025 women's league champion.
FIFA and UEFA have organized separate play-offs to determine the final six teams for the 2026 World Cup, with 42 teams already qualified for the 48-team tournament across North America.
With 43 automatic spots filled, 48-team World Cup 2026 takes shape as historic qualifiers like Curacao join while powerhouses Italy, Nigeria, and Greece face playoffs or elimination.
A record 48 teams have qualified or will qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup co-hosted by the US, Mexico, and Canada, with 43 earning spots through continental qualifying and two through intercontinental playoffs.
With 39 of 48 teams now qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America, nine remaining spots will be decided through playoff matches across continental confederations. Peru failed to advance from South American qualifying.
New Zealand defeated West Indies by 5 wickets in the 2nd ODI in Napier, securing a 2-0 series win. Despite Shai Hope's century, West Indies' 247/9 proved insufficient as NZ openers Conway and Ravindra built a strong foundation for victory.
Portugal's women's football coach Francisco Neto will announce squad selections for friendly matches against Netherlands and Brazil, serving as World Cup 2027 qualifying preparation.
Sixteen European national teams qualified for the 2026 World Cup playoff, with four spots available. The UEFA playoff draw is scheduled for November 20, 2025, and matches will be played in March 2026.
Scotland secured their first World Cup appearance since 1998 with a 4-2 victory over Denmark, though captain Andrew Robertson's joy was tempered by memories of deceased Liverpool teammate Diogo Jota.
Over 25 nations have qualified for the 2026 World Cup in North America, including host nations and tournament debutants. The comprehensive guide details qualification paths across all confederations ahead of the official draw.
Bahia left-back Luciano Juba, praised by coach Carlo Ancelotti during training, remained on the bench in Brazil's November friendlies against Senegal and Tunisia, with Alex Sandro and Caio Henrique preferred.
Seleção brasileira disputa amistoso contra a Tunísia nesta terça-feira em Lille, França, com transmissão pela Globo, SporTV e outras plataformas.
Portugal will play a preparatory match against the USA in March 2026 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta as part of World Cup qualification. Cristiano Ronaldo will return to US soil for the first time in nearly 12 years.
Dallas Cowboys defeated Las Vegas Raiders 33-16 behind Dak Prescott's four touchdown passes in their first game honoring deceased defensive end Marshawn Kneeland, who died by apparent suicide on Nov. 6.
WWE Raw from Madison Square Garden features John Cena's farewell appearance on the flagship show, marking his 545th Raw match as he approaches retirement after 2025.
Egypt and Cape Verde played to a 1-1 draw in a friendly match in the UAE, with both teams already qualified for the 2026 World Cup.
