2026 World Cup Teams Revealed: Key Insights Pre-Draw
December 3, 2025 11:00Get to know the 42 confirmed 2026 World Cup teams with unique insights into their playing styles and standout features ahead of the draw.
Get to know the 42 confirmed 2026 World Cup teams with unique insights into their playing styles and standout features ahead of the draw.
Get ready for the 2026 World Cup draw! Learn about the format, date, teams already qualified, and how the draw seeding works. Find out when the final qualifiers will be determined.
Explore the rankings and insights of the 64 national teams still in the running for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Analysis includes talent proxy, transfer values, and performance metrics.
Kylian Mbappé focuses on preparing for a second World Cup win despite becoming the youngest footballer to score 400 goals, aiming to surpass Olivier Giroud's record for most goals for France.
With seven months to go before the 2026 World Cup, ESPN FC writers share insights and predictions on potential winners. Spain emerges as a top contender, followed by England, France, and Argentina.
Spain and Germany will battle for the UEFA Women's Nations League title after defeating Sweden and France in the semifinals, setting up an exciting showdown between the two football powerhouses.
With 87 national teams in contention, rankings based on talent and form reveal insights into potential winners of the 2026 FIFA World Cup next summer.
A comprehensive ranking of 88 national teams for the 2026 FIFA World Cup based on talent and form, with France topping the list followed by Spain and England.
Paul Pogba is set to restart his career with AS Monaco after facing setbacks, including a suspension, injuries, and controversies. As he aims for a comeback, the midfielder reflects on his challenging path.
William Saliba commits to Arsenal until 2030 in a new long-term contract, ending speculation of a move to Real Madrid. Saliba's decision is crucial for Arsenal's Premier League title ambitions.
OL Lyonnes, the record-holding UEFA Women's Champions League winners, have undergone significant changes with new ownership, player transfers, and coaching staff. Can they overcome tactical challenges to reclaim the title?
Arsenal's William Saliba has agreed to a new five-year contract, choosing the club over Real Madrid. The France international sees Arsenal as the right fit for his career at this stage.
Paris Saint-Germain's Ousmane Dembélé wins the Ballon d'Or award ahead of Barcelona's Lamine Yamal after a stellar season with PSG, including Champions League success.
Get ready for the 2025 Ballon d'Or awards with the full list of nominees, ceremony schedule, and details on all the prestigious awards to be presented.
London City Lionesses secure Grace Geyoro from PSG in a world-record £1.43 million deal, marking the 16th signing of the summer in the Women's Super League.
London City Lionesses make history with the £1.43 million signing of Grace Geyoro from Paris Saint-Germain, breaking the women's world transfer record.
London City Lionesses secure Grace Geyoro from Paris Saint-Germain as their 16th signing of the summer in a deadline day move.
USWNT players Naomi Girma, Catarina Macario, and Emily Fox adapt to life in England, facing challenges like driving through roundabouts and missing American iced coffees.
Brighton's midfielder Matt O'Riley completes a season-long loan move to Marseille, reuniting with former coach Roberto de Zerbi in France and the Champions League.
EA Sports introduces legendary soccer players like Oliver Kahn and Alex Morgan as new Icon cards in EA FC 26, with ratings up to 92 OVR.
Timothy Weah, son of George Weah, recreates his father's iconic magazine cover for Onze Mondial after signing with Marseille, following in his father's footsteps in French football.
Review of the 2024-25 ESPN FC 100 reveals stalwarts like Messi, Lewandowski, and Oblak making every edition, while new faces dominate. PSG and Liverpool shine in club performances.
Recap of Euro 2025: England's back-to-back win, standout matches, goals, players, and selection of Team of the Tournament.
Wolves and West Ham, among others, are eyeing Bayer Leverkusen forward Amine Adli, valued at £23 million. Adli, a key player in Leverkusen's recent success, is open to a move to England.
Al Hassan Toure signs with Sydney FC while Chris Long moves to Brisbane Roar, bolstering the A-League Men's teams. Toure returns from FC Tulsa, and Long brings experience from Burnley.
Liverpool secures the transfer of striker Hugo Ekitike from Eintracht Frankfurt in a £69m deal with potential add-ons, beating rivals Manchester United and Newcastle United for the French forward.
England's Alex Greenwood left speechless by Lionesses' 2-1 comeback victory over Italy in Euro 2025 semifinals. Their journey to the final described as chaotic and filled with resilience.
Goalkeeper Ann-Katrin Berger's heroic performance propels Germany to the Euro 2025 semifinals, facing Spain after defeating France in a thrilling match.
Liverpool is finalizing a £79 million deal for striker Hugo Ekitike from Eintracht Frankfurt, including potential add-ons. Ekitike, keen to join Liverpool, will sign a six-year contract after passing a medical.
Get the latest updates on Women's Euro 2025 with fixtures, results, teams, prize money, and the knockout bracket schedule in Switzerland.