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Arne Slot confirmed talks with the Dutch FA but stepped away, citing a desire to stay in club football, while Roberto Martínez is now reportedly in contention for the national team role.
Chelsea is set to bring Austin MacPhee into its staff for the 2026‑27 campaign, highlighting the club’s focus on dead‑ball innovation and a series of high‑profile exchanges with Aston Villa.
Spain's men and women have combined World Cup triumphs with a record unbeaten streak, driven by a modernised tiki‑taka philosophy and a new wave of talent.
Spain's men's and women's national teams have simultaneously held World Cup titles, driven by a cohesive tactical identity and a new generation of talent.
Spain's men's and women's teams have captured back‑to‑back World Cup titles, sparking a tactical renaissance that blends youth development with a collective, defensive‑first philosophy.
Spain has become the first nation to hold both the men's and women's World Cup titles simultaneously, driven by a cohesive playing style, a robust youth system, and visionary coaching.
Portugal appoints Jorge Jesus as national team coach, sparking discussion about the role of Cristiano Ronaldo and the team's direction.
Predictive analysis highlights France’s favored attack, Morocco’s historic surge, Spain’s youthful flair and Belgium’s resurgence, while diverse voices from analysts to a six-year-old fan add color to the quarter-final landscape.
After a 4‑1 loss to Belgium in the 2026 World Cup, U.S. Soccer is weighing whether to re‑appoint Mauricio Pochettino for the 2030 tournament, a move that could reshape the nation's soccer narrative.
The Athletic’s daily World Cup predictions blend expert analysis, subscriber picks and algorithmic forecasts, featuring a colorful mix of contributors ahead of the Argentina‑Egypt and Switzerland‑Colombia showdowns
A costly error by goalkeeper Matt Freese and a quiet performance by Folarin Balogun underscore a disappointing night for the U.S. side, while broader implications for the sport's popularity emerge.
The United States was eliminated from the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the round of 16 after a 4-1 loss to Belgium, sparking debate over coaching changes and the team's trajectory.
Cristiano Ronaldo's final World Cup match concluded with a 1-0 loss to Spain, as Mikel Merino's late goal decided the contest. Ronaldo expressed sadness but refrained from hasty decisions about his international future, praising his contributions and thanking manager Roberto Martinez.
A dramatic late goal by substitute Mikel Merino ended Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup journey and propelled Spain into the last eight.
A dramatic late goal by Mikel Merino sealed a 1‑0 victory for Spain over Portugal, marking the final World Cup appearance of Cristiano Ronaldo and setting up a clash with either the United States or Belgium.
Cristiano Ronaldo and teenage sensation Lamine Yamal headline a pivotal clash that could shape the tournament’s next phase.
With a 2–1 victory over Croatia securing their place, Portugal's manager Roberto Martínez can call upon every one of his 26 players. The match, scheduled for 8 p.m. BST on Monday, 6 July, will be broadcast live on BBC One for UK viewers.
Cristiano Ronaldo announced that this World Cup will be his last, expressing no regrets and emphasizing his love for playing for Portugal. He highlighted Portugal's preparation for the last‑16 clash with Spain, his balanced record against the Iberian rivals, and his excitement for the tournament despite being 45 at the next edition.
Spain and Portugal meet in the World Cup quarterfinals in Dallas, with Spain’s defense and Mikel Oyarzabal’s form pitted against Portugal’s firepower and Cristiano Ronaldo’s potential final appearance.
Cristiano Ronaldo, playing in his sixth World Cup, says he will retire on his own terms, enjoys this tournament more than any before, and believes Portugal can compete with Spain in their upcoming last‑16 clash.
Cristiano Ronaldo, playing his record sixth World Cup, says he will retire on his own terms, enjoys the tournament more than ever, and remains confident in Portugal’s chances against Spain.
Cristiano Ronaldo, playing his sixth World Cup, says he is savoring the tournament more than ever, focusing on Portugal’s match against Spain while contemplating the end of a storied career.
Ahead of the 2026 World Cup, Portugal’s manager Roberto Martínez reflected on the electric atmosphere at BMO Field, where a record crowd of Portuguese and Croatian supporters turned the stadium into a celebration of Toronto’s diversity.
As the 2026 World Cup reaches its round of 16, sixteen nations vie for supremacy. This article examines the teams’ recent form, key players such as Lamine Yamal and Mohamed Salah, and the tactical narratives that could define their paths forward.