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EXCLUSIVE: Glenn Stromberg on Sweden, World Cup favourites and Italia '90 memories

Sweden reached the World Cup amid controversy, having qualified not through the main route but through the Nations League lifeline. Yet for the Scandinavians, simply being there is already an extraordinary achievement worth celebrating. Their initial goal is to participate and rediscover their togetherness, but watch out, the tournament format could shuffle the cards and open up a door to unexpected scenarios for the Swedes.

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EXCLUSIVE: Vahid Halilhodzic on managerial career and 'nightmare' with Morocco

Four national teams qualified for the World Cup, experiences on three continents, and wounds that never fully healed: Vahid Halilhodzic spoke candidly to Flashscore in this exclusive interview about his fascinating and wide-ranging career.

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EXCLUSIVE: MMA star Fleury on meteoric rise through Oktagon, upcoming fight & more

The world of MMA on the old continent currently boasts several champions across different divisions and organisations. However, very few can claim to be champions in two weight classes.

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EXCLUSIVE: Bailly on 'father figure' Mourinho, Ronaldo's dedication & life after Old Trafford

Eric Bailly has lived a football life that reads like a dream mapped out on the wall of a childhood bedroom in the Ivory Coast. From being spotted at a youth tournament at 17 and moving to Spain alone to signing for Manchester United under Jose Mourinho, the defender has experienced the full spectrum of the game.

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EXCLUSIVE: World Cup winner Candela on France's chances and Mbappe's responsibility

The former full-back who won the World Cup with France in 1998 speaks exclusively to Flashscore ahead of the 2026 edition: memories, analysis, the impossible comparison between Zidane and Mbappe, and a piece of advice worth more than any prediction.

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EXCLUSIVE: Marcel Desailly on how Chelsea, AC Milan and Marseille can get back on track

One of the best defenders football has seen, Marcel Desailly has a remarkable CV at club level. Having played for some of Europe's biggest clubs and experienced various cultures across Europe, he got his hands on the biggest trophies, including two Champions League titles, two Serie A crowns, and the FA Cup.

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EXCLUSIVE: Marcos Senna expects an 'entertaining' World Cup, tips Spain among favourites

Marcos Senna speaks exclusively to Flashscore to recall the success he achieved with Spain at EURO 2008 and what he expects from the national team led by Luis de la Fuente ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

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COLUMN: Rui Vitoria on Portugal, Salah & why the 2026 World Cup may be the start of a new era

In an exclusive column for Flashscore, former Benfica and Egypt manager Rui Vitoria looks ahead to the 2026 World Cup, discussing Portugal's chances, Mo Salah's importance and how the tournament may be the start of a new era for football.

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EXCLUSIVE: Keith Hackett on World Cup pressure and referees being 'event managers'

With 104 matches across three countries, the 2026 World Cup is the most demanding tournament in history. Flashscore sat down with former Premier League official and refereeing authority Keith Hackett to talk pressure, preparation, and the officials to watch this summer.

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EXCLUSIVE: Bob Bradley on Pulisic, Pochettino & why the USA can go deep at the World Cup

Bob Bradley has seen football in the USA from almost every angle. As the man who led the national team to the top of their 2010 World Cup group, he remains one of the most authoritative voices on what the game means in the United States and where it is heading. Flashscore sat down with him to talk about the 2026 World Cup, Mauricio Pochettino's task, and the rise of a generation that could finally make America believe.

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EXCLUSIVE: France legend Desailly on their World Cup hopes and how African nations will fare

France head into the World Cup as one of the big favourites, and Marcel Desailly knows a lot about reigning victorious on the grandest of stages. A French legend, Desailly made 116 appearances for his national team, winning the World Cup in 1998 and the European Championships in 2000.

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EXCLUSIVE: Axel Witsel treating last World Cup as ‘first one’ ahead of Belgium’s tilt at glory

Axel Witsel is ready to enjoy every moment at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with Belgium as the midfielder heads to his fourth tournament knowing it may be his last.

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EXCLUSIVE: Maniche on his 'peak' at Porto, Jose's Real return & Ronaldo's role for Portugal

Maniche is a rare case. He played for Benfica, FC Porto, and Sporting, but does not hide that it was with the Dragons that he reached the peak of his career.

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EXCLUSIVE: Frank Leboeuf on differences between time at Marseille & Chelsea

Frank Leboeuf has spoken about his time at Marseille compared to his spell at Chelsea and the introduction of Xabi Alonso to West London.

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EXCLUSIVE: Kariobangi Sharks and FKF face standoff over relegation play-offs

Football Kenya Federation (FKF) and Kariobangi Sharks are headed for a huge fall-out after the former confirmed there will be no play-offs for relegation battle this year.

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EXCLUSIVE: Former sporting director of Spanish team on De la Fuente, World Cup and more

Albert Luque experienced the last World Cup in Qatar as the sporting director of the Spanish national team. After that, and before his abrupt departure from the RFEF, he felt that Luis Enrique's cycle had come to an end and placed his trust in Luis de la Fuente as head coach. Now, as a devoted supporter of La Roja, he hopes that decision will bring Spain its second star.

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EXCLUSIVE: De Boer admits Netherlands could struggle at World Cup without class striker

Frank de Boer was one of the many stars that Dutch football produced between the late 20th and early 21st centuries. The third most-capped player for the Netherlands, he is an authoritative voice to talk about his national team and also about what awaits us at the 2026 World Cup.

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EXCLUSIVE: Lazaar slams 'fake man' Benítez and modern football, targets Morocco return

Bluntness is one of the qualities that makes Achraf Lazaar a rare breed in the hypocritical world of modern football. "I don't like football today, it's a world full of fake people," he tells Flashscore exclusively, on the eve of his return to the pitch.

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EXCLUSIVE: Sandro believes relegation scare the wake-up call Tottenham needed

Former Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Sandro believes last season’s Premier League relegation scare should serve as a major turning point for the club.

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EXCLUSIVE: Nigeria's Femi Azeez coy on Millwall future despite Premier League dream

Nigeria international Femi Azeez has refused to be drawn on his long-term future at Millwall despite admitting his ambition to one day play in the Premier League.

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EXCLUSIVE: Darijo Srna on Croatia at the World Cup, Modric and 'Sir Zlatko Dalic'

Croatian legend Darijo Srna sat down with Flashscore to reflect on his career, share insights on the current Croatia team, and give his thoughts on what awaits the Vatreni at the 2026 World Cup.

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EXCLUSIVE: Emile Heskey's World Cup memories, from facing Ronaldo to Capello's fury

Former Liverpool striker Emile Heskey represented his nation at the 2002 and 2010 World Cups, playing in every England match at both, and he looked back on those tournaments in an exclusive interview with Flashscore.

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EXCLUSIVE: Rangers forward Miovski on missing out on the title, Old Firm and more

A frustrating season is behind Rangers and forward Bojan Miovski, as the Gers finished in third place below Hearts and the champions, Celtic, in the Scottish Premiership.

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EXCLUSIVE: Podolski on starring for Germany at World Cups, beating Brazil 7-1 & more

Lukas Podolski is a legend of the German national team, with the former striker picking up 130 caps, appearing at seven major tournaments and winning the 2014 World Cup. He shared his memories of that international career with Flashscore and gave his thoughts on his nation's current side ahead of football's biggest showpiece this summer.