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Brazil star Neymar missed the team's first training session for a medical check-up, casting serious doubt on his readiness for the 2026 World Cup. The 34-year-old forward has not played for the national team since 2023 and is recovering from a right calf injury. Coach Ancelotti has said reputation alone will not guarantee the forward a starting spot.
South Africa coach Hugo Broos has named a 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup, featuring two uncapped defenders and the exclusion of goalkeeper Brandon Petersen. The squad is built around Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates, with 19 domestic-based players. South Africa face Mexico, Czech Republic, and South Korea in Group A.
DR Congo has fully complied with US Ebola health procedures for its 2026 World Cup delegation, clearing the way for participation. The team, making its first World Cup appearance in 52 years, will be based in Houston, Texas.
New York and New Jersey’s top legal officers have subpoenaed FIFA over ticket pricing and seat accuracy for the 2026 World Cup. They cite widespread fan complaints about dynamic pricing that has driven costs to record highs and seating assignments that do not match what was purchased. The investigation targets the eight matches at MetLife Stadium, including the final.
Mauricio Pochettino surprised fans by suggesting the US could win the 2026 World Cup, explicitly refusing to downplay expectations. The team will face Paraguay, Australia, and Turkey in Group D, but historical stats and a poor record against European sides pose major challenges.
Senegal has become Africa’s most consistent football side, boasting a golden generation and a strong academy system, but faces criticism over financial exploitation. Coach Pape Thiaw openly targets World Cup glory, backed by a strategic diaspora recruitment policy. Yet behind the success lies a stark paradox of economic inequality within the domestic game.
Coach Mauricio Pochettino has named a 26-man US squad for the 2026 World Cup, split evenly between 13 first-timers and 13 veterans from the Qatar 2022 campaign. Christian Pulisic, Tyler Adams and Weston McKennie will lead the team on home soil, with the US co-hosting the tournament alongside Mexico and Canada.
Morocco head coach Mohamed Ouahbi has named a 26-player squad for the 2026 World Cup, including nine players who made history at the 2022 tournament. The majority of the squad were born in Europe. Morocco open Group C against Brazil on June 13 in New Jersey.
Lionel Messi has suffered a muscle injury during an MLS match, but Argentina boss Lionel Scaloni is upbeat about his recovery ahead of the 2026 World Cup. The 38-year-old star was diagnosed with left hamstring fatigue and will undergo further tests. Messi aims to play in his sixth World Cup as Argentina defend their title.
