Why are World Cup underdogs doing so well?
Are the surprise results achieved by lower-ranked teams in the World Cup a matter of luck - or clever planning and execution?
Jun 262 min read
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FIFA World Cup 2026: Pundits Predict Winner & England's Fate
BBC experts reveal their FIFA World Cup 2026 winner predictions! Who will lift the trophy? Discover England & Scotland's chances and potential dark horses.
Jun 2621 min read
0USA Eyes 2038 FIFA World Cup Bid Amidst Expansion Talks
The US could bid for the 2038 FIFA World Cup as talks of a 64-team expansion emerge. Discover what this means for future tournaments.
Jun 2618 min read
0The World Cup is bigger than ever - and BBC Sport has an app...
BBC Sport are launching a new, improved app experience for the Fifa World Cup 2026
Jun 262 min read
0Mbappe vs Haaland: FIFA World Cup 2026 Showdown in Boston!
Kylian Mbappe (France) clashes with Erling Haaland (Norway) in a monumental FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier. Who will dominate the Boston Stadium?
Jun 2617 min read
1Celtic & O'Neill: 3 Key Challenges Ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026
Martin O'Neill takes the helm at Celtic! Discover the three critical issues facing the club as they eye player development for FIFA World Cup 2026.
Jun 2626 min read
3Turkey end World Cup on high with last-gasp win over USA
Turkey come out on top in the last minute of an end-to-end 3-2 win over a second string USA side, in their final Group D match at SoFi Stadium in Los Angel...
Jun 262 min read
2Sacked Edwards discovered Wolves job in jeopardy on social m...
Wolves sack head coach Rob Edwards just seven months after appointing him.
Jun 262 min read
3What is SkyJo? The card game being played in the England cam...
As England try to get their game right on the pitch, the games they play off the field are performing a key role in team bonding - as Morgan Rogers reveals...
Jun 262 min read
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