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World Cup 2026 Draw: Worst-Case Scenarios Revealed

Ahead of Friday's World Cup 2026 draw, we analyse the toughest possible groups for England, Scotland, USA and Australia, and identify a potential 'group of death'. Read the full analysis.

Guardian Football Weekly Wins Double at FSA Awards

The Guardian's Football Weekly and Women's Football Weekly podcasts have both been honoured at the Football Supporters' Association Awards. Discover the details of this prestigious double victory.

World Cup playoff draw sets dramatic qualifiers

FIFA's World Cup playoff draw revealed challenging paths for UK nations as Wales face Bosnia, Northern Ireland meet Italy, and Republic of Ireland take on Czech Republic. Follow the road to North America.

Global Snapshot: From Princess Anne to Gaza Crisis

Explore a visual journey across the globe, from Princess Anne's Singapore visit to the crisis in Gaza and Angus Young's electrifying performance. See the world through powerful photography.

World Cup Expansion Drives Asian Naturalisation Race

Discover how the expanded 48-team World Cup format is accelerating a naturalisation arms race across Asian football, with nations like UAE and Indonesia leveraging foreign-born talent for qualification success.

Turkey suspends 1,024 players in betting probe

Turkish football faces a moral crisis as 1,024 players are suspended and eight individuals arrested in a widespread investigation into alleged match betting. Discover the full story.

Dan Burn Enters Football's Heading Pantheon

Explore how Newcastle's Dan Burn joins football's elite headers, FIFA's groundbreaking peace initiative, and the latest Premier League drama in our comprehensive podcast breakdown.

Joe Cole: Football money attracts 'parasites'

Former England star Joe Cole delivers explosive critique of modern football's financial ecosystem, warning that money has attracted 'parasites' exploiting the sport.

Malaysia defends Trump trade deal amid criticism

Malaysian government officials have launched a robust defence of their new trade agreement with former US President Donald Trump, dismissing criticism as 'misinformed' while highlighting potential economic benefits.

Serbian Coach Mladen Žižović Dies During Match

The football community is in mourning after Radnički 1923 coach Mladen Žižović collapsed and died during a Serbian top-flight match against Mladost, sending shockwaves through the sport.

Squires on Football's Generic Future

David Squires delivers a brilliant cartoon commentary on football's soul being consumed by commercialism, featuring the ominous arrival of 'George of the Generic' and the sport's worrying future direction.

Football manager, 44, dies during match

The football community is in mourning after 44-year-old manager Matt Gibson tragically passed away during a match between Lutterworth Athletic and Friar Lane & Epworth, leaving players and officials devastated.

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