Scotland seal World Cup berth, Wales heading to play-offs
Scotland have reached the FIFA World Cup for the first time since 1998 after Kieran Tierney scored a dramatic late winner against Denmark. The…
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Scotland player ratings vs Denmark from epic night in Glasgow
Scotland ended their 28-year wait for a World Cup appearance last night after an astonishing 4-2 victory over Denmark in a match that will…
Premier League stars shine as Germany and Netherlands book World Cup spots
Premier League players were instrumental as Germany and the Netherlands secured their places at the 2026 World Cup with dominant victories in their final…
On this day: Henry handball costs Ireland World Cup place
On this day in 2009, Ireland were cheated out of a World Cup place by a handball, with the Boys in Green on the…
Five of the greatest footballers who never played in a World Cup
Erling Haaland continued his red-hot scoring form with a brace in Norway’s stunning 4-1 win over Italy. Crucially, his goals secured his country’s place…
When are the World Cup qualifying play-offs?
The 2026 World Cup lineup is almost complete, though upcoming playoffs will determine the full list of teams taking part in next summer’s tournament.…
Heroic Haaland fires Norway to 2026 World Cup
Erling Haaland scored twice as Norway secured their place at the World Cup for the first time in 28 years after thrashing Italy at…
England Player Ratings vs Albania: Kane’s Brace Seals Perfect Campaign
Harry Kane scored twice in the second half as England concluded their flawless World Cup qualifying campaign with a 2-0 victory over Albania, making…
‘Behaviour is key’: Tuchel issues firm message to ‘Unhappy’ Real Madrid star
Thomas Tuchel has issued a firm warning to Jude Bellingham after the player’s frustrated reaction to being substituted. Specifically, the manager insisted that “behaviour…
Kane double seals perfect qualifying campaign for England
Harry Kane scored two second-half goals as England defeated Albania 2-0 in their final World Cup qualifier to complete a flawless campaign with eight…
Parrott hat-trick seals Ireland comeback and World Cup play-off
Troy Parrott scored a stunning hat-trick as the Republic of Ireland beat Hungary in dramatic fashion to secure a World Cup play-off place. Ireland…
Manchester United midfielder hits hat-trick in big Portugal win
Bruno Fernandes scored a hat-trick as Portugal thrashed Armenia 9-1 to secure their place at the 2026 World Cup. Roberto Martinez’s men ran riot…
England defensive record offers encouragement for World Cup
England conclude their World Cup qualification campaign this evening against Albania in Tirana. Thomas Tuchel’s side have been flawless in qualification so far, winning…
McGinn says Scotland ready for Denmark ‘cup final’
John McGinn has urged Scotland to win their ‘cup final’ against Denmark next week and secure World Cup qualification. Scotland lost 3-2 in Greece…
Scotland Player ratings vs Greece from Chaotic 3-2 loss in Athens
In one of the most bizarre nights in their qualifying history, Scotland fell to a 3-2 defeat against Greece but emerged with their destiny…
Wales Player Ratings in Unimpressive 1-0 win in Liechtenstein
Wales secured a nervy but vital 1-0 victory against Liechtenstein on Saturday evening, setting up a winner-takes-all World Cup qualifying showdown with North Macedonia…
Albania vs England – World Cup qualifier preview and team news
England conclude their FIFA World Cup qualification campaign this weekend with a trip to Albania. Already assured of direct qualification for next summer’s tournament…
Ireland XI vs Hungary – Predicted lineup and team news
Ireland and Hungary are set to clash in a pivotal FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier this Sunday afternoon in Budapest. With a playoff spot…