Portugal look to extend their perfect qualifying run as they host Hungary in Lisbon for a crucial 2026 World Cup Qualifier. Roberto Martínez’s side come into this fixture on a six-game unbeaten streak, including convincing wins over Armenia and Hungary in September. Meanwhile, Marco Rossi’s Hungary are under pressure after dropping valuable points at home and need a result to …
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Spain travel to Sofia to face Bulgaria in a key 2026 World Cup qualifier, aiming to extend their unbeaten run and cement their spot at the top of Group E. The European champions arrive in dominant form after their Euro 2024 success and a narrow Nations League final loss, while Bulgaria are enduring another frustrating campaign, struggling for results and …
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Latvia host England at the Daugava Stadium in Riga in a pivotal 2026 World Cup qualifier that pits determination against dominance. The hosts have shown flashes of promise under Paolo Nicolato, but England, managed by Thomas Tuchel, arrive in red-hot form after a series of emphatic wins. With both sides on contrasting trajectories and the Three Lions chasing perfection, this …
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Ireland and Armenia face off in a key World Cup 2026 qualifying clash at the Aviva Stadium, where both nations are adapting to new managerial eras. Ireland enter on a positive note after their spirited 2-2 draw with Hungary, while Armenia seek stability following a difficult start under Yeghishe Melikyan. With Ireland unbeaten in their last three home matches and …
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Italy and Israel clash in a high-stakes World Cup 2026 qualifier at the Dacia Arena in Udine, with both nations level on nine points in Group I. The Azzurri are rediscovering rhythm under new boss Gennaro Gattuso, while Israel continue to show resilience amid political distractions. With both sides eyeing a top-two finish, this encounter could prove decisive in shaping …
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Germany and Northern Ireland square off at the RheinEnergieStadion in Cologne for a crucial World Cup 2026 qualifier. The hosts are under pressure to respond after a shaky start, while the visitors arrive in high spirits following a strong opening performance. Both teams have plenty to prove — one looking to restore authority, the other eager to continue their upward …
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Wales welcome Belgium to Cardiff City Stadium for a crucial World Cup 2026 qualifier that could reshape the balance in Group D. Both sides come into this encounter with contrasting narratives — Wales on the rise under Craig Bellamy, and Belgium under pressure to rediscover their rhythm after a turbulent start. With star names returning and recent history favoring drama …
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The Netherlands travel to Helsinki to face Finland in a crucial World Cup 2026 qualifier, with both sides heading into the fixture under very different circumstances. The Dutch are desperate to rediscover their rhythm after a turbulent run of results, while Finland are quietly building momentum under new management. Match Preview The Netherlands come into this match with plenty to …
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Scotland and Belarus go head-to-head in a crucial World Cup 2026 qualifier, with both nations looking to bounce back and revive their campaigns. The match will be held at a neutral venue in Zalaegerszeg, Hungary, due to ongoing UEFA sanctions against Belarus. Scotland enter as firm favorites after a disciplined start, while Belarus are desperate to recover from a string …
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Poland and Lithuania lock horns in a crucial World Cup 2026 qualifier at the PGE Narodowy Stadium in Warsaw. Both nations are under pressure to revive their campaigns after a string of disappointing results. Poland, winless in five matches, desperately need a response on home soil, while Lithuania arrive looking to end a poor run of form that’s left their …
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