Spain starlet targets World Cup after Bournemouth breakthrough
Spain Under-21 international and Bournemouth full-back Alex Jimenez has admitted that playing in the 2026 World Cup remains his ultimate dream.
The 20-year-old defender made the revelation during a detailed interview with Radioestadio Noche following his impressive transition to the Premier League.
Since joining the Cherries...
Manchester City’s Rodri refuses to rule out Real Madrid switch
Spain captain and Manchester City star Rodri has admitted that he may one day play for Real Madrid.
The 29-year-old midfielder made the revelation during an interview with Radioestadio Noche on Wednesday while on international duty.
Speaking from Spain's training base, the 2024 Ballon d'Or winner...
Northern Ireland XI vs Italy– Predicted lineup and team news
Northern Ireland face Italy in a 2026 World Cup qualifying play-off semi-final in Bergamo on Thursday, with a spot in the final – and a potential ticket to North America – at stake.
Michael O’Neill’s side signed off their group campaign with a vital 1-0...
Ireland XI vs Czechia – Predicted lineup and team news
The Republic of Ireland and Czechia meet in Prague on Thursday in a FIFA World Cup 2026 UEFA qualifying play-off semi-final.
Ireland closed out their group in outstanding fashion, winning three games on the bounce to secure a play-off spot and completely shift the narrative...
Wales vs Bosnia – Match preview and team news
Wales and Bosnia go head-to-head in a 2026 FIFA World Cup European play-off semi-final at the Estadi Ciutat de València on Thursday.
Both sides are one win away from a play-off final against Italy or Northern Ireland.
Wales vs Bosnia and Herzegovina – Match preview and...
Wales vs Bosnia – Predicted lineup and team news
Wales and Bosnia meet in a 2026 FIFA World Cup European play-off semi-final at the Estadi Ciutat de València on Thursday, with Wales just 90 minutes away from setting up a play-off final against either Italy or Northern Ireland.
Wales came second in their qualification...
Italy vs Northern Ireland – Predicted lineup and team news
Italy and Northern Ireland meet in a high-stakes 2026 World Cup qualifying play-off semi-final in Bergamo on Thursday, with a place in the final at stake.
Italy’s path to this point has been turbulent. The Azzurri are again consigned to the play-offs for a third...
Italy vs Northern Ireland – Match preview and team news
Italy and Northern Ireland go head-to-head in a high-stakes 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying play-off semi-final in Bergamo on Thursday.
Both sides are one win away from a play-off final that will decide a coveted ticket to North America for the 2026 World Cup.
Italy vs...
Czechia vs Ireland – Match preview and team news
Czechia and the Republic of Ireland go head-to-head in a FIFA World Cup 2026 UEFA qualifying play-off semi-final in Prague on Thursday.
Both sides know a win at the Fortuna Arena would move them to within one game of securing a place at the finals....
Five Talking Points Ahead of European World Cup Play-offs
The road to the 2026 World Cup reaches its definitive climax this week. While 42 nations have already booked their places, 16 European sides remain in a high-stakes battle for the continent's final four spots.
This final mid-season international window represents the last chance for...