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World Cup 2026: France, Spain, Argentina... Who are the favourites?

Will Spain or England add a second star to their shirts? Are we set for a final rematch between Argentina and France? Or can Senegal or Morocco clinch a first title for Africa? Here’s a look at the favourites and dark horses at the 2026 World Cup.

France 24

SI:AM | The Casual Fan’s Guide to the World Cup

You might not be a huge soccer fan, but that shouldn’t stop you from following the World Cup.

Sports Illustrated

World Cup 2026: Guardian writers’ predictions for the tournament

From teenage wonderkids to tracking the world’s largest coffee pot, our team of writers outline their expectations for the jamboree in North America

The Guardian - UK

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2026 World Cup Golden Ball Winner: Odds, Predictions As Yamal Looks to Dethrone Messi

Lamine Yamal, Lionel Messi and Harry Kane are among the favorites to win the 2026 World Cup Golden Ball.

Sports Illustrated

How Spain have developed ‘tiki-taka 2.0’ in pursuit of World Cup glory

WORLD CUP 2026: Though many saw Spain’s Euro 2024 triumph as a move away from the famed ‘tiki-taka’ style, Chris Wilson argues that Luis de la Fuente has simply created a more modern version – that could lead La Roja to another World Cup

The Independent UK

I asked ChatGPT, Gemini and Perplexity to predict the 2026 World Cup winner — one team dominated their picks

I asked ChatGPT, Gemini, and Perplexity for their predictions on which team will emerge victorious in the FIFA World Cup 2026, and one team came out on top.

Tom’s Guide

‘Totally undaunted’ and the world at his feet: Welcome to the era of Lamine Yamal

WORLD CUP 2026: The 18-year-old is already the best player on the planet before this World Cup, argues Miguel Delaney, and if fit, can crown his status with this tournament

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Spain issue Lamine Yamal injury update ahead of World Cup opener

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The Independent UK

2026 World Cup Golden Boot Winner: Odds, Predictions As Mbappe Looks to Go Back-to-Back

Kylian Mbappé, Erling Haaland, and Lionel Messi are among the favorites for the Golden Boot at this summer’s World Cup.

Sports Illustrated

Lamine Yamal ‘on track’ for Spain’s World Cup opener

The Barcelona winger has been out since April with a hamstring problem

The Independent UK

World Cup 2026 fantasy football: 54 players and hidden gems to target

The deadline to submit your team has now passed but here is who to watch out for

The Independent UK

‘We’ll Evaluate’—New Lamine Yamal Injury Update Ahead of Spain’s World Cup Opener

A hamstring injury picked up in April has threatened to derail Yamal’s first appearance at world soccer’s biggest event.

Sports Illustrated

Luis de la Fuente: ‘The appreciation for Spanish coaches should have happened ages ago’

Spain manager on the values behind the nation’s coaching culture, the joy of teaching and Lamine Yamal’s otherworldly talents

The Guardian - UK

The 15 Most Expensive Players at the 2026 World Cup—Ranked

The likes of England, France, Spain and, surprisingly enough, Türkiye, dominate the list of elite assets at this summer’s tournament.

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‘Lamine Yamal has matured a lot since the Euros. He’s probably the best in the world at the minute, but he can’t do it on his own’ Mikel Merino on his game-changing Spain team-mate

Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal will turn 19 during this summer’s World Cup

Sports Illustrated

Lamine Yamal Breaks Jude Bellingham’s Incredible La Liga Record

The remarkable Barcelona teenager continues to shatter records with incredible ease.

The Guardian - UK

Fashion goals: World Cup’s style tournament has already kicked off

From France’s catwalk looks to Virgil van Dijk’s classic approach, these are the teams and players to watch

FourFourTwo

World Cup 2026 Fantasy Football: Best XI, captain picks and tips for every budget

World Cup 2026 has 104 matches – can you turn them all to your advantage and bank those fantasy football points?

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The Independent UK

World Cup 2026 – Group H guide: Favourites Spain take on Uruguay as Cape Verde fairytale begins

European champions Spain head to North America as favourites as they look to win a second World Cup

The Guardian - UK

Doski stunner earns Iraq draw against understrength Spain in World Cup warm-up

Merchas Doski’s 27th-minute goal gave Iraq a 1-1 draw in a friendly against Spain, who took the lead through Ferran Torres

Sports Illustrated

Why Lamine Yamal Isn’t Playing for Spain vs. Iraq

Lamine Yamal could be the difference-maker for European champions Spain at the World Cup.

Sports Illustrated

How to Watch Spain vs. Iraq on TV, Live Stream: International Friendly

Spain plays the first of two friendlies before the start of its 2026 World Cup campaign.

TechRadar

How to watch Spain vs Iraq: Free Streams & TV Channels for World Cup 2026 warm-up match

All the ways to watch Spain vs Iraq live streams online and from anywhere in one of the last friendlies before the 2026 World Cup gets underway.

The Guardian - UK

La Liga 2025-26 awards: the best players, team … and smelliest shirt of the season

It was another season to remember for Lamine Yamal and Barcelona, along with Getafe, Rayo and one naughty fan

Sports Illustrated

Spain vs. Iraq—International Friendly: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

Spain meets Iraq at the Estadio de Riazor in La Coruña—a ground where La Roja has never suffered defeat.

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