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With 48 teams instead of 32, the 2026 World Cup is setting new standards. More games, more nations, more stories.

Ronaldo Makes World Cup History – Sixth Appearance Confirmed Cristiano Ronaldo continues to make football history: The superstar is on the verge of his sixth World Cup and has once again been called up to Portugal's squad. Should he take the field at the tournament in the USA, Canada, and Mexico, he would join Lionel Messi as the first player ever to participate in six World Cups. For the now 41-year-old, this would mark the next milestone in an extraordinary career.

Ronaldo Makes World Cup History – Sixth Appearance Confirmed

Iraq reaches the World Cup again after 40 years On April 1, 2026, Iraq defeated Bolivia 2-1 in a thrilling qualifying match. Ali Al-Hamadi gave them an early lead, and Aymen Hussein scored the decisive winning goal. This victory marked Iraq's return to the World Cup stage after four decades.

Iraq reaches the World Cup again after 40 years

Ghana parts ways with coach Addo after a 1-2 defeat against the German national team. Just hours after their 1-2 defeat against Germany, Ghana parted ways with coach Otto Addo. The Ghanaian Football Association (GFA) confirmed the decision. A successor is expected to be announced at a later date.

Ghana parts ways with coach Addo after a 1-2 defeat against the German national team.

Sweden secures its World Cup ticket with a 3-2 victory against Poland Sweden qualified for the FIFA World Cup with a 3-2 victory over Poland in yesterday's playoff match. In a high-scoring and intense game, the team ultimately prevailed by a narrow margin. This hard-fought win secures Sweden's place in the World Cup.

Sweden secures its World Cup ticket with a 3-2 victory against Poland

Türkiye secures World Cup ticket With a hard-fought 1-0 victory in yesterday's playoff match against Kosovo, Turkey qualified for the World Cup in a real thriller. In an intense and closely contested game, the decision came late in favor of the Turks. In the end, the team celebrated a nerve-wracking win and their qualification for the World Cup.

Türkiye secures World Cup ticket

Italy misses out on the World Cup for the third time in a row Italy has once again failed to qualify for the World Cup, causing nationwide disappointment. Following the defeat in the decisive playoff match, the reasons for this are being intensely debated. Politicians, media, and fans are now calling for a fresh start for the Squadra Azzurra.

Italy misses out on the World Cup for the third time in a row

Germany beats Switzerland – victory secured! Germany kicked off their World Cup year with a 4-3 victory against Switzerland in Basel. Florian Wirtz shone with two goals and set up goals for Jonathan Tah and Serge Gnabry. An exciting opening match for the German national team.

Germany beats Switzerland – victory secured!

Local football culture (Canada/Mexico/USA) Football culture in Canada, Mexico, and the USA is diverse, ranging from street football to passionate stadium atmospheres. Our selection of images captures jubilation, emotions, and local traditions, revealing how football connects people and shapes their identities.

Local football culture (Canada/Mexico/USA)