World Cup qualifiers

Italy suffer another devastating blow after losing to Bosnia on penalties, extending their painful World Cup absence to a third straight tournament.

Nigeria’s World Cup qualifying dreams ended in heartbreak as DR Congo won 4–3 on penalties after a tense 1–1 draw in extra time, with Chancel Mbemba scoring the decisive kick in a nervy shootout.

Harry Kane struck twice late in the second half as England defeated Albania 2–0 in Tirana, completing a flawless World Cup qualifying campaign with a 100% record, zero goals conceded, and a string of new European records under Thomas Tuchel.

Portugal produced one of the most dominant qualifying performances in their history, crushing Armenia 9–1 to book their place at next year’s World Cup with a statement victory in Lisbon.

Thomas Tuchel insisted England's stars have bought into his team-building ethos after Jude Bellingham and Phil Foden were only given substitute appearances in Thursday's 2-0 win against Serbia.

Cristiano Ronaldo received his first-ever red card for Portugal in a 2–0 defeat to Ireland, raising the possibility of a multi-match ban that could sideline him for the opening game of the 2026 World Cup.

Victor Osimhen struck twice in extra time as Nigeria powered past Gabon 4-1 in Rabat to reach the CAF World Cup playoff final. Chidera Ejuke and Akor Adams were also on target as the Super Eagles overcame off-field distractions to move one step closer to a World Cup return.

Starlets Hold Strong, Clinch Historic World Cup Spot with 2-0 Win over Burundi

Stars captain Michael Olunga and midfielder Richard Odada scored in the first half as Kenya registered their first win in the qualifiers. Oliver Niyonzima...

Moise Kean grabbed his first international goals since March 2019 as Italy thrashed Lithuania 5-0 in World Cup qualifying on Wednesday, as Damian Szymansk...

The game between Brazil vs. Argentina was interrupted after Brazilian health officials walked on the pitch to confront the four Argentine Premier League players—Martinez, Buendia, Romero and Lo Celso—who traveled from the UK in the last 14 days & didn't quarantine, breaking Brazilian rules.

England 4-0 Andorra <br> Goals (England) <li>Jesse Lingard 18</li> <li>Harry Kane 72 Pen</li> <li>Jesse Lingard 78</li> <li>Bukayo Saka 85</li>

Harambee Stars were held to a 1-1 draw by Rwanda in Group E 2022 World Cup qualifier played at Nyamirambo Stadium in Kigali on Sunday.

Harambee Stars are already in Kigali, Rwanda for their second FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 qualifying game against the hosts on Sunday.

<li>1-1 draw is France’s fifth winless game in a row</li> <br><li>Netherlands beat Montenegro 4-0; Denmark edge Faroes</li>