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      Achraf Hakimi, front left, will captain Atlas Lions at the World Cup in North America. AFP
      Hakimi insists Morocco are ready for challenge of taking on Brazil at World Cup

      North African side, who made history by reaching semi-finals in Qatar 2022, start campaign against five-time champions on Saturday

      World Cup 2026June 13, 2026
      Lamine Yamal will be crucial to tournament favourites Spain's chances. Reuters
      World Cup 2026 analysis: Who are the favourites and why?

      A closer look at the teams being tipped to go all the way in North America

      World Cup 2026June 10, 2026
      Argentina's Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal. Photos: Getty images
      Messi and Ronaldo lead list of star players set for last dance at World Cup

      Veteran forwards join likes of Salah, Neymar and Rodriguez in farewell appearances at global finals

      World Cup 2026June 08, 2026
      Harry Kane is England's all-time top goalscorer with 78 goals in 112 matches. Reuters
      World Cup 2026 Group L guide: England captain Kane in prolific form

      Three Lions striker has enjoyed career-best season at Bayern Munich

      World Cup 2026June 07, 2026
      Cristiano Ronaldo has scored a record-breaking 143 goals for Portugal. Getty Images
      World Cup 2026 Group K guide: Unfinished business for Ronaldo and Portugal

      Colombia, DR Congo and debutants Uzbekistan complete the line-up

      World Cup 2026June 06, 2026
      (FILES) Argentina's captain and forward #10 Lionel Messi (R) holds the FIFA World Cup Trophy following the trophy ceremony after Argentina won the Qatar 2022 World Cup final football match between Argentina and France at Lusail Stadium in Lusail, north of Doha on December 18, 2022. After four failed attempts, the fifth time was the charm, and Lionel Messi, one of the greatest footballers in history, was finally able to lift the World Cup, leading Argentina to their third title, despite the team’s struggles, which included having to overcome a surprise defeat in their opening match against Saudi Arabia (2–1). (Photo by Anne-Christine POUJOULAT / AFP)
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      World Cup 2026 Group J guide: Messi's final bow on global stage

      Argentina superstar, 38, looking to retain title he won for first time in Qatar 2022

      FootballJune 05, 2026
      Norway's Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappe of France. Photos: Getty Images
      Play01:25
      World Cup 2026 Group I: Mbappe and Haaland face off, Iraq back on big stage

      African heavyweights Senegal complete arguably the tournament's toughest section

      FootballJune 04, 2026
      Lamine Yamal has six goals and 12 assists from his 26 Spain caps. Getty Images
      World Cup 2026 Group H: Yamal injury worries Spain, Saudi Arabia gamble on coach

      Debutants Cape Verde and tournament stalwarts Uruguay make up a diverse quartet

      FootballJune 03, 2026
      Mohamed Salah has scored 67 goals in 115 Egypt appearances. Reuters
      Play01:26
      World Cup 2026 Group G: Egypt pin hopes on Salah, Belgium look to Doku and

      Middle East conflict means Iran under global spotlight while minnows New Zealand make up section

      FootballJune 02, 2026
      Tunisia midfielder Hannibal Mejbri has just been relegated from the Premier League with his club side Burnley. AFP
      Play01:26
      World Cup 2026 Group F: Hannibal is main man for Tunisia, Dutch need Gakpo goals

      Sweden, with their envied forward line, and Asian standouts Japan complete a competitive section

      FootballJune 01, 2026
      Germany attacker Florian Wirtz has yet to hit top form for club side Liverpool after moving from Bayer Leverkusen last summer. Getty Images
      World Cup 2026 Group E: Germany look to Wirtz and Musiala, Curacao set for debut

      Three-time African champions Ivory Coast and underrated South Americans Ecuador make up an intriguing qualifying section

      FootballMay 31, 2026
      BUDAPEST, HUNGARY - MAY 30: Marquinhos of Paris Saint-Germain lifts the UEFA Champions League trophy after his team's victory in the UEFA Champions League Final 2026 match between Paris Saint-Germain and Arsenal FC at Puskas Arena on May 30, 2026 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by Carl Recine / Getty Images)
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      PSG v Arsenal player ratings: Hakimi 8, Dembele 7; Saka 6, Havertz 8

      French side make it back-to-back titles following victory in Budapest

      FootballMay 30, 2026
      Arne Slot has been sacked as Liverpool manager after two seasons in charge. Reuters
      Liverpool sack Slot as manager one year after winning Premier League title

      Dutch coach pays price for disappointing defence of English top-flight crown

      FootballMay 30, 2026
      Mauricio Pochettino took over as United States coach in 2024. Getty Images
      World Cup Group D: Pressure on US coach Pochettino, young Turkey side excites

      Former Spurs, PSG and Chelsea manager in spotlight as co-hosts look to shine on home turf

      FootballMay 30, 2026
      Morocco's Achraf Hakimi is widely regarded as one of the world's finest full-backs. Getty Images
      World Cup Group C: Brazil favourites but Morocco tipped for another strong run

      Selecao look to Carlo Ancelotti to end 22-year title wait while Atlas Lions were breakout stars of 2022 tournament

      FootballMay 29, 2026
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