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Barbarez refuses to give up on World Cup dream despite Bosnia's defeat to Switzerland

Bosnia and Herzegovina's coach Sergej Barbarez refused to give up their ⁠World Cup hopes after a late collapse in a 4-1 defeat by Switzerland on Thursday left them needing to ‌beat Qatar in their final Group B game to boost their chances ‌of qualifying.

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David nets hat-trick as Canada smash six past nine-man Qatar in tempestuous affair

A Jonathan David hat-trick helped Canada to a momentous first-ever FIFA World Cup (WC) win, as Jesse Marsch’s side roared to a 6-0 victory over an ill-disciplined Qatar side, who ended the game with nine men.

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EXCLUSIVE: Former Japan coach Troussier 'not surprised' by Asian teams at World Cup

Qatar holding their own against Switzerland; Saudi Arabia shaking up Uruguay, Japan levelling against the Netherlands - the start of the 2026 World Cup has been marked by the outstanding success of AFC (Asian) nations.

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How former Spain coach Julen Lopetegui rebuilt the Qatar national team from 2022 ruins

2,920 days after his historic dismissal from the Spanish national team, Julen Lopetegui returned to the World Cup sidelines with Qatar.

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Canada look to set the tone against Qatar as pressure mounts on co-hosts

Canada will be looking to learn the lessons from their 1-1 opening draw ⁠with Bosnia & Herzegovina and to stamp their authority on their World Cup Group B match with Qatar in Vancouver on Thursday.

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Qatar feel 'no pressure' heading into crucial Canada matchup

Qatar are approaching the World Cup with a relaxed ⁠mindset, focusing on enjoying the occasion and remaining competitive rather than feeling pressure, manager Julen Lopetegui said ahead ‌of Thursday's game against co-hosts Canada in Vancouver.

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Alphonso Davies facing race against time to make Canada's Qatar clash

Canada's Alphonso Davies was ⁠on the training field at their National Soccer Development Centre on ‌Monday but did not play a full part ‌in the session, with the ‌team saying he is still in ‌a return-to-play protocol as he recovers from ‌a hamstring injury.

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World Cup Highlights: Brazil stumble, Scotland end win drought & Australia surprise

Brazil were the first former champions to take the field at the 2026 World Cup, but they disappointingly drew 1-1 against Morocco. The tournament’s third day also saw a historic point for Qatar, the end of a 36-year wait for Scotland, and a surprising Australia outclassing Turkey.

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Switzerland's Yakin rues missed chances as Qatar score late

Switzerland coach Murat Yakin said his side had "lost two points" after Qatar struck in ⁠stoppage time to claim their first-ever World Cup point in a 1-1 draw in Group B on Saturday.

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Lopetegui stresses Qatar have 'right to dream' after last-gasp draw against Switzerland

Qatar have earned the right to keep dreaming at the World Cup after ⁠captain Boualem Khoukhi's stoppage-time equaliser rescued a 1-1 draw against Switzerland and a first-ever point at the tournament, coach Julen Lopetegui ‌said on Saturday.

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Mancini leaves Qatari club Al-Sadd, linked with return to Italian national team

Roberto Mancini has left Al-Sadd, the Qatar Stars League champions announced on Saturday, ‌with the 61-year-old coach widely ‌expected to return to ‌the Italy national team.

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Qatar claim first-ever World Cup point in injury time as Switzerland rue missed chances

Boualem Khoukhi scored a 94th-minute equaliser as Qatar rescued a 1-1 draw with Switzerland in their 2026 FIFA World Cup (WC) opener, picking up their first-ever point at the finals in the process.

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Xhaka says Switzerland can have best World Cup yet as they prepare for Qatar clash

Switzerland are raring to get their campaign underway against Qatar and ⁠are shaping up to deliver their best World Cup so far, but the players must make sure they enjoy the moment, ‌captain Granit Xhaka said on Friday.

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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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Brandon Thomas-Asante inherits Ghana's iconic number 10 shirt for 2026 World Cup

The Coventry City forward takes the jersey previously worn by Andre Ayew in Qatar, with Augustine Boakye stepping into Mohammed Kudus's number 20

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Hosts USA announce World Cup squad as Reyna gets surprise call-up

United States coach Mauricio Pochettino named Giovanni Reyna in his 26-strong for the World Cup on Tuesday, four years after the midfielder was almost sent home from the 2022 tournament in Qatar following a bust-up with former coach Gregg Berhalter.

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Hibernian forward Martin Boyle hoping for Australia World Cup call-up after Qatar setback

Australia forward Martin Boyle was reduced to crutches and a cheerleading role at ⁠the 2022 World Cup in Qatar but four years later is on a better footing to play in the North American tournament.

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Al Nassr forward Sadio Mane headlines experienced Senegal squad for World Cup

Senegal's Sadio Mane is a key selection in the 28-man World Cup squad named by coach Pape ⁠Thiaw on Thursday as the influential forward looks to make up for lost time, having missed the finals four years ago in Qatar through ‌injury.

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Switzerland boss Murat Yakins picks experience over youth in World Cup selection

Switzerland coach Murat Yakin opted for consistency and experience on Wednesday as he named his ⁠26-man squad for the World Cup, picking 17 players who were in the selection in Qatar four years ago.

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Hosts Saudi Arabia draw all-Arab group as Qatar face Japan at 2027 Asian Cup

Saudi Arabia will host ⁠the 2027 Asian Cup in an all-Arab Group A, while two-time ‌defending champions Qatar face Japan, after Saturday’s ‌draw in Riyadh.

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Socceroos to face Graham Arnold's Iraq at 2027 Asian Cup

The Socceroos learned of their three Group D opponents overnight and face a potential meeting with defending champions Qatar or Asian powerhouses Japan in the semi-finals.

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The Blagult story so far: Sweden's full 2026 FIFA World Cup schedule

After missing the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, former finalists Sweden returned to football's greatest stage for the 13th time in total in 2026. After arriving back in style with a massive first win, things looked to be unravelling after a heavy defeat in game two, but Graham Potter's side did enough to make it through Group F. Flashscore takes you through the full FIFA World Cup schedule for the Swedes.

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EXCLUSIVE: Pablo Zabaleta on coaching Albania and representing Argentina at the World Cup

When Pablo Zabaleta took a call from his old friend Sylvinho during the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, he could hardly have imagined where it would lead. Two and a half years later, the former Argentina and Manchester City defender finds himself at the heart of one of football's most compelling stories — guiding Albania to the brink of their first-ever World Cup qualification.

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EXCLUSIVE: Former La Masia coach Moral on working with Lamine Yamal & other Barca talents

Before heading to the Al Rayyan academy, Pau Moral spent six and a half seasons as a coach at La Masia, working with many of Barcelona's biggest stars and promising youngsters. From Qatar, he spoke to Flashscore's Oliver Dominguez about his career and his experience with some of those players.