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How are the World Cup favourites shaping up?

With the start of the 2026 World Cup in North America now three weeks away, AFP Sport has written up an overview of the leading contenders at the first-ever 48-team finals (world ranking in brackets):

Bangkok Post

Iran 'very confident' about World Cup protocols: federation vice-president

ANTALYA (TURKEY) - The Iranian football federation vice-president said Tuesday he was "very confident" in FIFA's protocols as the team prepare to play at the World Cup in the United States.

Bangkok Post

Why Trump and FIFA are perfect bedfellows as the World Cup heads to the US

The 2026 FIFA men’s World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico is almost upon us.

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Dallas outcry as beloved whale mural destroyed for World Cup art

The painting over of a giant mural in Dallas of swimming whales to make way for art related to the upcoming World Cup matches has spurred an outcry

The Independent UK

Uncapped teen joins Socceroos' World Cup train-on squad

An uncapped teenager and a group of mainstays have been added to the Socceroos' train-on squad for the World Cup.

AAP

Iran soccer's excluded star Azmoun posts support for players ahead of World Cup games in US

Iranian soccer star Sardar Azmoun who was excluded from the World Cup squad in what seemed to be a political decision has posted support for teammates on social media

The Independent UK

Lamine Yamal Responds to Spain Injury Blow With Emotional Eight-Word Message

Yamal’s Barcelona teammate will miss the World Cup through injury.

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Ian Wright fumes at ‘scandalous’ cost of World Cup 2026

Fifa has been blasted for their exorbitant ticket prices with fans required to shell out thousands to support their country

The Independent UK

Bowie and Lennon rocked - but Steve Clarke can get a tune out of Scotland old stagers

Bowie and Lennon have been rocked by the Scotland squad announcement - but Steve Clarke can get a tune out of his old stagers at the World Cup.

The National (Scotland)

Drones, Not Hooligans, Are the Biggest Security Threat Ahead of the World Cup, According to Federal Officials

The concerns include nuisance drones interrupting matches to more serious attacks involving explosives or attempts to target large crowds gathered at stadiums

Latin Times

When is Thomas Tuchel naming his England 2026 World Cup squad?

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The Independent UK

Brazil boss Carlo Ancelotti explains why he picked Neymar in his World Cup squad

Neymar is set to play in his fourth World Cup this summer after being recalled by Carlo Ancelotti

The Independent UK

William Hill World Cup offer: Free bets, 2026 odds and betting promotions

All you need to know about the latest William Hill 2026 World Cup offers

The Independent UK

As TechRadar's TV tester, I've created 4 TV and soundbar setups to suit every budget — just in time for the World Cup

With the World Cup only weeks away, I've put together four TV and soundbar combos to suit every budget to upgrade your setup

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The National (Scotland)

Steve Clarke to keep faith with same loyal servants with Scotland squad for World Cup

Scotland manager Steve Clarke will name his 26-man squad for the World Cup finals tomorrow - the Tartan Army should not expect any surprises.

The Guardian - US

Canada’s sports minister hopes World Cup can lead to trade agreement with US and Mexico

Adam van Koeverden has expressed confidence that hosting the World Cup could be the key to agreeing a new trilateral trade deal with the US and Mexico

The Independent UK

Gabby Logan defends BBC’s decision to cover majority of the World Cup from UK

The majority of the BBC’s coverage of the World Cup will be from its studios in the UK rather than over in North America

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World Cup 2026: The BBC's presenters, pundits, commentators and reporters in full

The BBC's World Cup 2026 team of presenters, pundits, commentators and reporters has been revealed with a stellar line-up from the broadcaster

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The Independent UK

Barcelona and Spain star set to miss the World Cup after suffering fractured foot

Spain look set to be without one of their key players at this summer’s World Cup

The Independent UK

New York will host 8 World Cup games, including the final, in New Jersey: Things to know

New York will host eight matches throughout the World Cup at the stadium in the Meadowlands in northern New Jersey that belongs to the NFL's Jets and Giants

The Guardian - US

The player who chugged a beer on the field and Phil Neville returns to Miami: MLS weekend wrap

Also: Guilherme helps Houston lift off, Wilfried Zaha strikes back and Orlando City bide their time as Antoine Griezmann waits

The Guardian - US

The World Cup’s in-demand tickets: are Scotland really more popular than England, USA and Argentina?

The final is the most expensive ticket on resale for this summer’s tournament. But there are surprising get-in prices elsewhere

Sports Illustrated

The Four Burning Questions the USMNT Must Answer Ahead of the World Cup

The USMNT open the 2026 World Cup against Paraguay on June 12 in Los Angeles.

The Independent UK

BetMGM World Cup offer: Free bet, bonus code and World Cup promotions for 2026

We analyse the latest BetMGM World Cup offers, including free bets, enhanced odds and other 2026 World Cup promos

The Independent UK

Best price boost World Cup betting offers 2026

The 2026 World Cup will be the biggest betting event of the year, and one of the biggest battles between betting sites during the tournament will be over who has the best and most frequent price boosts.

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