FIFA WORLD CUP

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Ghana appoints Carlos Queiroz ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup

Ghana have announced the appointment of Carlos Queiroz as head coach of the national team ahead of the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America.

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Gennaro Gattuso resigns as head coach of Italy following World Cup failure

Gennaro Gattuso has stepped away from his post as Italy head coach after the country's failure to reach a third successive World Cup finals.

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Cedric Bakambu in dreamland as the DR Congo seal World Cup place

Democratic Republic of Congo striker Cedric Bakambu couldn't hold back his excitement after helping his side secure their place at the World Cup with a 1-0 extra-time win over Jamaica on Tuesday.

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Azzurri march on as Sweden, Poland and Bosnia seal dramatic 2026 World Cup play-off wins

Italy, Sweden, Poland and Bosnia and Herzegovina all moved a step closer to the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a gripping night of European play-off semi-finals, packed with standout performances, late drama and decisive moments across the continent.

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Bayern Munich star Joshua Kimmich insists Germany not among World Cup favourites

Joshua Kimmich has cast doubt over Germany's status ahead of the 2026 World Cup, insisting the four-time champions must rebuild their reputation on the global stage.

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Hugo Broos urges SAFA support as World Cup preparations take shape

Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has offered insight into the team’s preparations for the FIFA World Cup.

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