Palestinian men's national soccer team plays with purpose, pressure
For the team and its followers, the possibility of qualifying for FIFA's 2026 World Cup carries a message about existence and belonging.
Four-time World Cup champion Zagallo dies at 92
Mario Zagallo, the World Cup winning player and coach for Brazil, has died at age 92, a post on his official Instagram account announced.
Australia give support to Palestinians before WCQ
Australia will donate part of their match fees from a World Cup 2026 qualifier against Palestine in Kuwait City on Tuesday towards humanitarian efforts in Gaza.
Rodrygo: Neymar remains Brazil's star man
Rodrygo Goes has defended his Brazil teammate Neymar Jr., saying the forward remains Brazil's key player despite his age and move to Saudi Arabia.
Brazil slam fans after popcorn thrown at Neymar
Brazil coach Fernando Diniz has condemned the "disrespectful" incident in which Neymar was hit on the head by a bag of popcorn thrown from the stands.
2022 World Cup qualifying: How it works around the world
Find out how all 31 nations, in addition to the hosts, can qualify for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar from all confederations.
Ukraine suffer heartbreak as Wales secure World Cup slot
In a match where war intersected with football, Gareth Bale helped Wales edge a dominant Ukraine side to reach their first World Cup in 64 years.
For Ukraine the World Cup looked unthinkable. Now they're 1 game away after spirited win over Scotland
Nobody had given Ukraine a hope, but they secured an unforgettable victory in Scotland and are closer to a World Cup fairytale.
2022 World Cup draw betting tips: Can France win the title again?
The 2022 World Cup draw is finally set. Paul Carr gives his early picks on the group stage and who he thinks can win the title in December.
Egypt accuse Senegal fans of racism in WCQ exit
Egypt have lodged a complaint against Senegal, alleging their team were subjected to racist banners in their World Cup qualifying exit.
Ronaldo dismisses Portugal retirement talk
Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo has dismissed speculation that he could be approaching the end of his international career.
Mancini safe amid Italy's World Cup woe - chief
Italian Football Federation president Gabriele Gravina wants Roberto Mancini to remain as boss despite Italy's failure to reach the 2022 World Cup.
FIFA in World Cup qualifiers schedule chaos
FIFA announced on Wednesday it has changed the format of the World Cup qualification tournament for the Oceania region due to COVID-19.
Atlanta Braves shortstop Dansby Swanson and USWNT soccer player Mallory Pugh announce their engagement
Swanson earned a ring with a World Series win last month. Pugh got a ring this month. The two world champions announced their engagement and add to a star-studded list of power couples associated with the U.S. women's national team.
Nigeria coach Rohr under pressure despite World Cup qualifier success
Nigeria coach Gernot Rohr is still under sustained pressure, despite steering the team to the playoff round of the 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.
World Cup qualifying: Africa braces for tantalising do-or-die clashes
Four of the 10 African playoff spots are still up for grabs as the continent's biggest sides enter the home straight of a gruelling campaign.
Mead hat trick secures England WC qualifying win
Second half substitute Beth Mead scored a hat trick in England's 4-0 Women's World Cup qualifier win against Northern Ireland at Wembley Stadium.
Berhalter takes blame for U.S. lineup gamble
United States coach Gregg Berhalter took full responsibility for his lineup choices following a 1-0 defeat to Panama in World Cup qualifying.
Ibrahimovic back in Sweden squad after 5 years
Sweden's record goalscorer Zlatan Ibrahimovic has been named in coach Janne Andersson's squad for their upcoming World Cup qualifiers.
Barca star Pedri lands first Spain call-up
Barcelona's teenage midfielder Pedri has been promoted to Spain's senior squad for the World Cup qualifiers against Greece, Georgia and Kosovo.
Women snap up Iran qualifer tickets in minutes
Iranian women have snapped up tickets for Thursday's World Cup qualifier against Cambodia in Tehran after they were released for sale online.
Russia can't play at '22 WC under country name after WADA ban
Russia could miss the 2022 World Cup after WADA imposed a four-year ban on the nation using its flag, anthem and team names at major sports events.
A Chilean goalkeeper driven to madness
During qualifying for the 1990 World Cup, Chile's national team felt that it needed to be "more bandits than the bandits." Driven by an intense desire to eliminate rival Brazil, goalkeeper Roberto Rojas pushed his team past the brink. Hosted by Jody Avirgan. Transcript and more about the Radio Ambulante version of this piece at 30for30podcasts.com
3/10 Chhetri sums up uninspired India
India were punished for yet another slow start and showed little promise going forward in their loss to Oman.