Who can qualify for 2026 World Cup?

The penultimate round of European qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup takes place on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

Ronaldo to bow out after 2026 World Cup

Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed he will retire from international football after next year’s World Cup, ending a legendary career with Portugal.

Courtois injury sparks fitness fears at Madrid

Thibaut Courtois faces a battle to regain fitness after a leg injury, putting his Real Madrid comeback and Belgium duties in doubt.

Top value picks for the November international break

The November international window blends World Cup qualifiers in Africa and Europe with several friendly fixtures, offering punters a unique mix of motivation, fatigue, and market value to analyse.

Messi wants Nou Camp return to say ‘good-bye’

Argentina and Barcelona legend Lionel Messi said on Monday he had visited the renovated Camp Nou and hoped for a return one day to say his “goodbye”.

Watch: “For me friendly games do not exist” – Hugo Broos

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has named his team to face regional neighbours Zambia on Saturday in an international friendly ahead of the AFCON next month.

Lewa bags hat-trick as Barca capitalise on Madrid slip

Robert Lewandowski fired a stunning hat-trick as Barcelona beat Celta Vigo 4–2, cutting Real Madrid’s La Liga lead to three points.

African players in Europe: Mbeumo strikes again

Take a look at the African headline makers from across European football.

Van Dijk promises Liverpool response after City defeat

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk insists his side will respond after their 3–0 loss to Manchester City, urging focus beyond the title race.

Talking points from GW 11 – City strike back, Estevão shines

Manchester City reignited the title race by beating Liverpool, while teenager Estevão inspired Chelsea’s latest push after Arsenal’s stumble.