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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...

Van Dijk: Gravenberch ‘in form of his life’

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk believes Ryan Gravenberch is in the form of his life but there is still plenty of room for improvement...

Postecoglou unfazed by constant ‘negativity’ despite winless start to Forest tenure

Ange Postecoglou is unconcerned about any “negativity” coming his way if Nottingham Forest loses Saturday’s Premier League match against Burnley, but acknowledged that victory...

Man Utd warn fans over anti-gay chant vs. Chelsea

Manchester United have issued a warning to fans over their behavior when Chelsea visit Old Trafford on Saturday amid fears that Alejandro Garnacho's return...

‘In the same way we fight against racism’: Manager calls for crack down after Liverpool fan abuse row

Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone called for managers to be offered more protection from supporter abuse after being sent off for a furious reaction...

Ranking the Champions League field: Can anyone stop PSG or Barcelona?

Ryan O'HanlonSep 16, 2025, 08:00 AMCloseRyan O'Hanlon is a staff writer for ESPN.com. He's also the author of "Net Gains: Inside the Beautiful Game's...

Woltemade pleased after ‘legend’ Shearer’s praise

Nick Woltemade was happy to have caught the eye of Newcastle "legend" Alan Shearer after powering home a header of which his predecessor would...