Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup tournament next year, former Chelsea defender, Frank Leboeuf has rated four countries ahead of the Three Lions of

Serbia will have to stop England’s perfect run through World Cup qualifying to boost its hopes of clinching a play-off berth.

2026 marks the first World Cup since FIFA expanded the tournament to 48 teams, adding 16 additional slots from the 2022 edition. As a result, there is even more space for teams from across the six confederations to secure their spot as the international tournament heads to North America.

Preview Venezuela vs North Korea in the FIFA U-17 World Cup with TV info, start time, and key storylines ahead of kickoff.

The 2026 World Cup draw will be held before the field is settled in full, as December 5 gives every nation its path to the World Cup Final.

The Chelsea and England star Reece James dealt with a two-hour weather delay in the FIFA Club World Cup quarterfinals.

England defender Reece James hopes Fifa will consider moving kick-off times for next year's World Cup to help players deal with potentially stifling summer temperatures.

Cameroon, Congo, Gabon and Nigeria clash for entry into the FIFA intercontinental playoff tournament for the World Cup.