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FIFA World Cup 2026 draw LIVE: Socceroos learn fate as groups picked for 48-team bonanza

Australia’s Socceroos are set to learn their 2026 FIFA World Cup fate as the all-important group stage draw is held early on Saturday morning (AEDT) in Washington DC. Follow...

Anfield loses its fear factor for Liverpool as Leeds stun Chelsea to blunt title charge

Anfield loses its fear factor for Liverpool Anfield, the name alone usually sends a shiver through the spine...

Socceroos’ most likely World Cup group revealed — and worrying truth about 48-team tournament

The Socceroos are most likely to draw either a South American giant or one of the host nations...

Thiago Silva’s son Isago, 17, signs professional Chelsea contract

The son of former Chelsea and Brazil captain Thiago Silva, Isago, has signed his first professional contract with...

Uncomfortable Ange question for struggling Spurs; sportsmanship row erupts — EPL Talking Points

Tottenham’s struggles have continued, while Liverpool benched a big name to ignite another and Chelsea’s coach called out...

Frank Lampard’s Coventry hit 50 Championship goals with another win

Bell was returning from an injury lay-off suffered against Swansea at the start of the month and had to be replaced inside half an...

‘That is outrageous’: Long range bomb stuns as Matildas rout rival after fresh Kerr scare

Sam Kerr’s fitness is again under the spotlight but the striker’s late withdrawal due to “calf tightness” had little effect on the Matildas who...

Repeating as Premier League champions is hard — as Liverpool are finding out

Ryan O'HanlonNov 28, 2025, 11:00 AMCloseRyan O'Hanlon is a staff writer for ESPN.com. He's also the author of "Net Gains: Inside the Beautiful Game's...

The Socceroos have been given a World Cup gift. But they could still cop a group of death

The Socceroos have officially been handed a World Cup boost, with the opportunity to land an easier group at the 2026 tournament.FIFA announced on...

Real Madrid’s Alonso: Message of support from club not needed

Xabi Alonso has said he's "not paying attention" to speculation about his future at Real Madrid, and insisted a message of support from the...

Everton star’s public apology after slapping own teammate in PL moment of madness

Put this one in the very bizarre category. A Premier League star has been sensationally sent off this morning after slapping a teammate. Everton’s...