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World Cup 2026 – Group I guide: Favourites France, dark horses Norway and dangerous Senegal... is this our group of death?

Can a 48-team World Cup where 32 teams advance really have a group of death? Well, if it does, then this is surely it

The Independent UK

France stunned by Ivory Coast in World Cup warm-up defeat

The Elephants overturned an early deficit to beat France 2-1 on Thursday, inflicting a rare defeat on Didier Deschamps's side in their penultimate World Cup warm-up game.

France 24

How France’s William Saliba Injury Decision for World Cup Will Impact Arsenal

Didier Deschamps has responded to reports casting Saliba’s World Cup status in doubt.

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France vs. Côte d’Ivoire: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

France faces a serious challenge in the form of Côte d’Ivoire as it continues its build-up to the 2026 World Cup.

Sports Illustrated

William Saliba Injury: Progress, Potential Return Date for Arsenal Star Amid World Cup Scare

One of the World Cup favorites has been dealt a major injury scare.

Sports Illustrated

Pele, Maradona or Messi at No 1? The 50 greatest players in World Cup history

WORLD CUP COUNTDOWN: With two weeks until the 23rd men’s Fifa World Cup in North America, The Independent sports team ranks the top-50 players in the tournament’s history – and now it’s time for the top-10 reveal.

The Independent UK

England and France World Cup squads announced – how do they compare?

England and France - two European nations expected to do well at the 2026 World Cup - have now named their squads for this summer’s tournament. Both countries have picked three goalkeepers, with Jordan Pickford set to take the gloves for England, while Mike Maignan is likely to be between…

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How are the World Cup favourites shaping up?

With the start of the 2026 World Cup in North America now three weeks away, AFP Sport has written up an overview of the leading contenders at the first-ever 48-team finals (world ranking in brackets):

Bangkok Post

PSG superstar Ousmane Dembele suffers injury scare before Champions League final against Arsenal

Ousmane Dembele went off early in PSG’s final Ligue 1 game of the season on Sunday

The Independent UK

Camavinga, Griezmann shocking omissions as France FIFA WC squad named

France's FIFA World Cup squad is out. Eduardo Camavinga and Antoine Griezmann are surprisingly excluded. Robin Risser and Maxence Lacroix receive call-ups. Coach Didier Deschamps explains Camavinga's absence due to his club season and competition. Kylian Mbappe remains a key player. Many new faces will experience the World Cup for…

The Economic Times

France boss Deschamps unveils 26-man squad for 2026 World Cup

French football boss Didier Deschamps on Thursday night anointed Real Madrid striker Kylian Mbappé as captain of the France squad for the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Mexico and Canada.

Radio France Internationale

Crystal Palace pair achieve World Cup dream as France squad revealed

Chelsea legend also makes the cut in Didier Deschamps’ team

Evening Standard

France 2026 World Cup Preview: Les Bleus Aiming to Live Up to Great Expectations

After appearances in the previous two World Cups, France are projected to enjoy another fantastic campaign in North America.

Sports Illustrated

How Do Real Madrid Fix Kylian Mbappe?

The marriage of the world’s biggest player and club has brought little joy so far.

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Could Real Madrid Sell Kylian Mbappe Over Dressing Room Tensions?

The French superstar is under increasing scrutiny amid a difficult period.

Sports Illustrated

Real Madrid Legend Rules Out Mourinho, Klopp for Manager’s Job—Names Preferred Candidates

The former manager and sporting director assessed the current list of candidates.

Sports Illustrated

2026 World Cup: The Best Young Players at the Tournament—Ranked

Some prodigious talent will travel to North America this summer.

Sports Illustrated

Kylian Mbappe’s Social Media Like Hints at Change He Wants at Real Madrid

Mbappe was spotted liking a post on social media that suggested a former manager’s return.

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2026 World Cup: The Favorites to Win the Golden Ball—Ranked

The world’s leading soccer stars will convene in North America this summer.

Sports Illustrated

Five Candidates to Replace Mauricio Pochettino As USMNT Manager After 2026 World Cup

The U.S. Soccer Federation could be on the hunt for a new USMNT manager after hosting the 2026 World Cup.

Sports Illustrated

Nine Managers Who Could Replace Alvaro Arbeloa at Real Madrid—Ranked

The current head coach’s days are numbered after Champions League elimination.

The Independent UK

Hugo Ekitike ruled out of World Cup – France boss Didier Deschamps

The 23-year-old was injured during the 2-0 Champions League defeat by Paris St Germain.

The Guardian - UK

Liverpool’s Hugo Ekitiké ruled out for rest of season and World Cup with France

The Liverpool striker Hugo Ekitiké will miss the rest of the season and the World Cup with the injury he sustained against Paris Saint-Germain on Tuesday

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Spurs star given injury boost ahead of relegation run-in

A key Tottenham Hotspur forward has been given the ultimate World Cup incentive during his side’s relegation battle

The Independent UK

Liverpool striker Hugo Ekitike to miss World Cup with ‘serious’ Achilles injury

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