While Argentina clearly needs to improve to defend its World Cup title, manager Lionel Scaloni doesn't think a lineup overhaul is necessary.

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha has received an unusual honour after a newly-discovered marine mollusc was named after him by Spanish researcher Jesus Ortea. The tribute follows the veteran's standout performances at the World Cup,

Egypt, Saudi Arabia and New Zealand also pulled off draws against the more favoured Belgium, Uruguay and Iran respectively

Some say the tournament loses its significance with too many ‘lesser’ teams taking part, but Vozinha and Haaland would surely disagree.

Lopes has now revealed the conversation, explaining that he deliberately nudged Messi just to make sure he was playing against the Argentine legend.

This friendly will pit El Tri against one of the 2026 World Cup’s surprise packages, just before the official competitions kick off. Get ready for fireworks!

Thousands of flag-waving fans gathered in Cape Verde’s capital to welcome the returning national soccer team after their stunning debut World Cup performance, mobbing the players - with Dublin-born Shamrock Rovers defender Pico Lopes among them - as they left the airport.

GOAL ranks all the teams who are still in with a chance of winning the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Mexico and Canada, including defending champions Argentina, Euro 2024 winners Spain and Thom