Tonga half cleared for World Cup as Titans prop culled Tonga have received official clearance to play Junior Amone in the World Cup with Gold Coast prop Moeaki Fotuaika dropping out of the squad. AAP · 3h ago
Mauricio Pochettino’s Seven Best USMNT Strikers for Long-Term Success—Ranked The U.S. men’s national team manager is igniting a new era, and he’ll need a man he trusts to lead the line. Sports Illustrated · 9h ago
All aboard the Tuchel train? England camp has clear winners and losers While it’s full steam ahead for Alex Scott, Lewis Hall and Myles Lewis-Skelly, others look likely to be left behind The Guardian - UK · Oct 7
Argentina vs Benin: Lionel Messi retires from international football career with a goal Lionel Messi has officially retired from his international soccer career after scoring in Argentina's recent win against Benin. He leaves with a remarkable record of 125 goals and 68 assists for his nation. Messi has previously contributed to Argentina's victory in the World Cup and Copa America titles. Before exiting,… The Economic Times · Oct 7
Harry Kane scores best goal of the Tuchel era to show what England were missing at the World Cup England 3-0 Czech Republic: Harry Kane scored twice on the night of his record-equalling 125th cap after a bizarre own goal by Vladimir Coufal in the Nations League The Independent UK · Oct 6
Mexico vs. Chile—International Friendly: Preview, Predictions and Lineups El Tri is winless in its last four games, with its last victory coming in the World Cup round of 32. Sports Illustrated · Oct 6
From Wembley wizard to World Cup woe, Billy Gilmour looks back on 50 Scotland caps Billy Gilmour has reflected on the highs and lows of his Scotland career as he prepares to pick up his 50th cap - from his Wembley wizardry to World Cup woe. The National (Scotland) · Oct 5
Czechia’s Santi Denia: ‘Anthony Gordon? What a player! He’s at the same level as Lamine Yamal’ After working with nearly all of Spain’s World Cup-winning squad in their formative years, the coach is also a huge fan of English football. He’s now pitting his wits against both nations The Guardian - UK · Oct 5
Let’s stop doubting Thomas Tuchel: England are impressive and Euro 2028 is the target Coming third in the World Cup was really not a disaster, and Saturday’s rout of Croatia and building the team around Jude Bellingham are good signs The Guardian - UK · Oct 4
Tuchel says Alex Scott’s emergence gives England – and Rice – ‘high level’ competition Thomas Tuchel praised Alex Scott’s all-round display in the 7-0 win in Croatia, saying: ‘We will not survive on two central midfielders. The more the better’ The Guardian - UK · Oct 4
Argentina vs. Burkina Faso—International Friendly: Preview, Predictions and Lineups La Albiceleste thrashed Bolivia in their first outing since defeat in the World Cup final. Sports Illustrated · Oct 3
Pickford in spotlight against Croatia with England position under threat from Trafford Goalkeeper returns for Saturday’s Nations League match but is under pressure to respond with strength of competition growing The Guardian - UK · Oct 2
Carlos Queiroz leaves Ghana for second time in three months post-World Cup Queiroz stepped down from his role in the Ghana setup after the World Cup before being reappointed at the beginning of September The Independent UK · Oct 1
Roosters star admits he is torn on World Cup decision Robert Toia has revealed he is still undecided if he wants to play for Australia or Tonga in the World Cup, less than a week out from teams being named. AAP · Sep 30
Sports Illustrated · Sep 30 ‘I Need Some Confidence’—Vinicius Junior Opens Up on Form Struggles The Real Madrid superstar has admitted the World Cup hit him hard.
Sports Illustrated · Sep 29 Frenkie de Jong Injury: Progress, Potential Return Date From Knee Injury The Dutch midfielder returned from the World Cup with a torn knee ligament.
AAP · Sep 29 Tug of war for Toia ramps up ahead of World Cup Robert Toia, Jojo Fifita and David Fifita have told Tonga coach Kristian Woolf that they are available for the World Cup but Australia are circling.
AAP · Sep 29 'Special': Tabuai-Fidow makes World Cup allegiance call Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow was inspired by the decision of Payne Haas to play for Samoa last year and intends to do the same at the World Cup.
Sports Illustrated · Sep 29 Spain vs. Croatia—Nations League: Preview, Predictions and Lineups La Roja are playing on home soil for the first time since it was crowned world champions in New Jersey.
The Guardian - UK · Sep 28 Defensive flux gives Tuchel headache but Alexander-Arnold could be remedy Chopping and changing the back four has been a big feature for England this year and the Real Madrid man could be a solution
The Independent UK · Sep 28 The clear priorities England must tackle after turbulent summer IN DEPTH: The England men’s side must settle on new central contracts and find balance in selection across three formats, writes Harry Latham-Coyle, with opportunities in the Ashes and the World Cup set to define a blockbuster 2027
AAP · Sep 27 Wallabies facing Bledisloe Cup centres crisis after win The Wallabies have produced a statement win a year out from the World Cup, but the victory over the Springboks could come at a big cost.
AAP · Sep 27 Cleary may win Dally M from hospital bed after surgery Nathan Cleary has had emergency surgery on his horror ankle injury, which could deny him the ability to accept the NRL's biggest individual award in person.
AAP · Sep 27 'Something's changed': post-Cup Socceroos playing brave Fresh off drawing with Brazil, Socceroos defender Alessandro Circati has detailed the tactical shift since the World Cup as they prepare for a Brisbane rematch.
Sports Illustrated · Sep 26 USMNT vs. Peru—Live Score and Match Stats The USMNT heads into a new era after the disappointment of the World Cup.