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The playing of a Scotland fixture on Merseyside provided a significant boost to the area’s ­hospitality sector. Questions remain over whether or not Scotland’s World Cup involvement this summer can deliver on‑field impact. Steve Clarke believes momentum is little more than a buzzword. There is an unavoidable sense, however, that Scotland are desperately in need […]

From soccer to food, experts on each national team to qualify for their first World Cup in 2026 help us get better acquainted with their country.

Watch the best of the action as Scotland are beaten 1-0 by Ivory Coast at Everton’s Hill Dickinson Stadium.

Italy has missed out on a third-consecutive World Cup after losing to Bosnia and Herzegovina in a penalty shootout on Tuesday in Zenica.

Sweden beat Poland 3-2 thanks to a late Viktor Gyökeres goal to qualify for the 2026 World Cup.

Manchester City lead Manchester United in the race for Elliot Anderson, the Red Devils receive a boost in their pursuit of Sandro Tonali, Liverpool want Francisco Conceicao to replace Mohamed Salah, plus more.

Who impressed for England in Tuesday’s friendly against Japan? Alex Howell rates the players.

Türkiye beat Kosovo in Tuesday’s European playoff final to secure a berth at the 2026 World Cup and a place alongside co-hosts the United States in Group D.

Spain fans were issued several warnings to stop racist chants during Tuesday’s friendly with Egypt after a series of anti-Muslim shouts were repeated during the first half.

New Spurs head coach supported Greenwood at Marseille Greenwood had charges including attempted rape dropped in 2023 The Tottenham Hotspur Supporters’ Trust has strongly criticised the appointment of Roberto De Zerbi as the club’s head coach, expressing “serious and far-reaching concerns” over his past support for Mason Greenwood. In a statement released soon after De