The Times of India - Rest of the World

Luca Zidane, son of French legend Zinedine, will carry one of football's most iconic names to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but in Algeria's colours. The 28-year-old goalkeeper switched international allegiance in 2025, citing his Algerian heritage. Algeria return to the World Cup for the first time since 2014, facing defending champions Argentina in Group J.

A FIFA document circulating online appears to have revealed England's full World Cup squad numbers hours before the Football Association's planned announcement. The leaked list, first reported by The Sun, not only confirms shirt assignments across Thomas Tuchel's 26-man squad but offers the clearest indication yet of his preferred starting line-up when England face Croatia on 17...

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is expected to serve as a farewell stage for several of football’s most iconic players. From Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo to Luka Modrić, Neymar and Mohamed Salah, a generation that has defined the modern game could be making its final World Cup appearances. For some, it is one last chance at glory; for others, a final opportunity to cement enduring...