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 · Oct 9
Melbourne and Munster no more? Star weighs his options Cameron Munster knows he wasn't up to his best in 2026, but is looking to bounce back with a strong World Cup before future contract negotiations start. AAP · Oct 9
Don’t Be Fooled by Victories—The USMNT Still Has Several Questions Left to Answer The U.S. men’s national team may have cruised to four-straight wins, but there are lingering problems Mauricio Pochettino must resolve. Sports Illustrated · Oct 9
Who Won the USMNT Goalkeeper Battle to Open the 2030 World Cup Cycle? A tasty goalkeeper battle is already brewing as the U.S. men’s national team starts its journey toward the 2030 World Cup. Sports Illustrated · Oct 8
Predicting the USMNT’s 2030 World Cup Starting Lineup After Flawless Fall Window The Stars and Stripes kicked off the 2030 World Cup cycle with four convincing wins. Sports Illustrated · Oct 8
Melissa Andreatta 'kid in candy store' ahead of SWNT World Cup semi-final play-off Melissa Andreatta 'kid in candy store' ahead of SWNT World Cup semi-final play-off The National (Scotland) · Oct 8
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 · Oct 8
FIFA’s World Rankings After Fall Window: Portugal Rises As Brazil, Germany Sink The international standings are now set in stone before the next international break in November. Sports Illustrated · Oct 8
UEFA details qualities of candidate it wants to challenge Infantino and reform FIFA UEFA convened to explore potential candidates challenging Gianni Infantino in the forthcoming elections. The organization seeks a figure who fosters harmony and mutual respect within the football realm. Aleksander Ceferin has announced his intent to run for re-election while distancing himself from any opposition to Infantino. Recent governance issues within… The Economic Times · Oct 8
Declan Rice reset offers huge Arsenal boost with new deal close to rival Bukayo Saka Gunners should reap the benefits of a rare break for their midfield talisman Evening Standard · Oct 8
Wiegman praises Toone’s attitude after late Lionesses recall for Greece playoff Sarina Wiegman hailed Ella Toone’s attitude after the midfielder was belatedly called up for England’s World Cup playoff in Greece The Guardian - UK · Oct 8
With no Pulisic and good results, have the USMNT moved on from their savior complex? The US have been defined for so long by the next singular player. This past perfect window shows that era may be over The Guardian - US · Oct 8
Surprise Lindsey Vonn update announced eight months on from horror Olympic crash IN FULL The Independent UK · Oct 8
‘Like a movie script’: Michael McArdle backs Northern Ireland to make history Manager says he has made team ‘playoff ready’ since taking over in March. They now face Portugal in their quest to reach World Cup The Guardian - UK · Oct 8
The Independent UK · Oct 8 Lindsey Vonn named in US team for World Cup season despite uncertainty over future after injury The American great has not competed since a horror crash during the Olympic downhill race this February
The Guardian - US · Oct 8 ‘¡Qué Horror!’: Mexico’s World Cup honeymoon is over but is Rafa Márquez really to blame? A series of dispiriting friendly results have El Tri reeling. But the problems run much deeper than the team’s new coach
The Independent UK · Oct 8 Ella Toone handed late England call-up for World Cup play-off after Sarina Wiegman snub Toone joins up with the squad after a minor injury to Lucy Bronze
The Independent UK · Oct 8 MLS boss urges Harry Kane to follow Messi and Beckham before NFL dream Harry Kane shows no signs of slowing down after he marked his record-equalling England appearance with two goals
AAP · Oct 8 'Back to basics': McGrath buoyed for Bangladesh series Australia's women's cricket team will take to the field for the first time since winning the T20 World Cup in a three-match ODI series against Bangladesh.
The Economic Times · Oct 8 Ronaldo's walkout, Israel-Ireland tensions and Zidane's return: The recent drama in football world Cristiano Ronaldo's departure from Portugal's squad sparks discussions about his career's conclusion after leading for 23 years. New coaches Zinedine Zidane and Jurgen Klopp faced varying challenges in their initial matches with France and Germany. Tensions arose during the Israel and Ireland matches, highlighted by politically charged atmospheres and UEFA…
The Economic Times · Oct 8 Lionel Messi’s 21 years with Argentina: The numbers behind his international career Lionel Messi concluded his international career with Argentina following a 3-0 victory over Benin. He played for the national team for over two decades, participating in six World Cups. Throughout his tenure, Messi scored 126 international goals, greatly surpassing the previous record held by Gabriel Batistuta. His final match came…
Sports Illustrated · Oct 7 What Does the Future Hold for Christian Pulisic With the USMNT? The Stars and Stripes put together a perfect international window without Christian Pulisic.
Sports Illustrated · Oct 7 Four Premier League Clubs Gilberto Mora Could Join—Ranked A major announcement regarding the Mexican starlet’s future is expected once he turns 18.
Sports Illustrated · Oct 7 Four Things We Learned From USMNT’s Perfect World Cup Response The Stars and Stripes cruised to four wins during the fall international break.
The Guardian - UK · Oct 7 England ready to level up and embrace ‘calculated risks’, claims Tuchel Thomas Tuchel was pleased ‘everyone bought in’ to new ideas during the international window, and Jarell Quansah said England could ‘really dominate teams’