Italy fail to reach 2026 World Cup after penalty shootout defeat by Bosnia and Herzegovina
For the third World Cup in a row, four-time champions Italy will not be there. In 2017, they…
World Cup 2026 – Groups, bracket and predictions with all 48 teams confirmed
With little more than two months until the start of the World Cup, we finally know the full…
The English striker running riot in Serie A: ‘I can battle up against anyone in this league’
Keinan Davis laughs when asked if his name should be in the frame for England recognition. “I think…
World Cup play-off predictions: Gyokeres vs Lewandowski? Italian woe? Guler, Yildiz to star?
The Athletic has live coverage of Italy vs Northern Ireland in the 2026 World Cup qualifying play-off. This…
Mohamed Salah’s departure feels right for him and Liverpool
In an attempt to make sense of the crazy world he was suddenly inhabiting as his fame soared,…
NFL stadiums must scrub all branding for FIFA’s World Cup. One roof got an exemption
In the buildup to the 2026 World Cup, several NFL stadiums have been dealing with a peculiar headache:…
Gabriel Jesus exclusive: ‘We cannot be scared. We cannot lose something we don’t have’
Gabriel Jesus can still remember the journey home. The match wasn’t even over. He was in a car…
Kobbie Mainoo, Lewis Hall return to England squad for Uruguay, Japan friendlies
The Athletic has live coverage of today’s England squad announcement. Kobbie Mainoo and Lewis Hall have been handed…
Morocco crowned AFCON winners 57 days after final as Senegal’s victory declared void
The result of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final has been reversed, with hosts Morocco now standing…
Iran ‘negotiating’ to move World Cup matches from United States to Mexico, FIFA says no plans to switch
Iran is negotiating with FIFA to move its World Cup matches from the United States to Mexico, according…
Reece James signs new six-year Chelsea contract
Reece James has committed his future to Chelsea by signing a new six-year contract. The talismanic captain, whose…
Jude Bellingham doubtful for Real Madrid’s Champions League tie against Manchester City
Jude Bellingham will miss the first leg of the Real Madrid Champions League last-16 tie against Manchester City…