Canada may be Group B's only top seed, but Switzerland are widely tipped to finish first on paper; Granit Xhaka leads the Swiss side while Alphonso Davies' fitness remains a key variable.
Despite being tipped as favorites in 2026 World Cup Group L, England's early group fortunes could hinge on Pickford, Bellingham, Saka, Kane and O'Reilly.
AFA president Tapia faces tax evasion and money laundering charges; Milei's club privatization drive clashes with FIFA's ban on government interference; Scaloni hopes Messi will stay with the national team.
The race in World Cup 2026 Group B remains wide open, with Switzerland, Canada, Qatar and Bosnia each leaning on a key figure — and injuries and form could decide who advances.
The US men's national team sits 16th in the FIFA rankings. Mauricio Pochettino will lead the side as hosts at the 2026 World Cup, with Christian Pulisic headlining a predominantly Europe-based squad.
FIFA has updated stadium conduct guidelines on security grounds, barring fans from bringing reusable water bottles into venues; drinking water access and heat-protection arrangements at hot-weather matches are drawing scrutiny.
Host Canada face Bosnia and Herzegovina, Qatar and Switzerland in Group B, shuttling between Toronto and Vancouver as Jesse Marsch leads a bid for the nation's first-ever knockout-round appearance.
With the expanded 48-team, 104-match format, Sofascore has rolled out new scoring and transfer rules, letting fans build a 15-player squad in real time and chase points.
With the tournament expanded to 48 teams, Turkey return after 24 years, Haiti qualify again after 52 years, and Curaçao become the smallest nation by population to reach the finals.
The 2026 World Cup will be the first edition co-hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico. With FIFA expanding the field, how will the format and logistics reshape the way the tournament is staged?
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