Latest Football (Soccer) News

📅April 1, 2026 at 1:00 PM
World Cup qualifiers and warm-ups dominate headlines: Brazil beats Croatia, Argentina thrashes Zambia with Messi, USMNT loses to Portugal; Bosnia, Iraq qualify amid celebrations.
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Brazil Defeats Croatia 3-1 in World Cup Warm-Up

Brazil bounced back from a defeat to France, winning 3-1 over Croatia in Orlando with goals from Danilo, Igor Thiago, and Gabriel Martinelli. This was their final game before coach Carlo Ancelotti names his World Cup squad.Source 1 The victory came on a counter-attack in first-half stoppage time.Source 1

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Bosnia Jubilant After Securing World Cup Return

'Indescribable' joy in Bosnia after qualifying for the World Cup, marking their return to the tournament.Source 1 Fans celebrated the historic achievement in Zenica.Source 1

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Italy Reeling from World Cup 'Apocalypse'

A generation of Italians mourns missing another World Cup, hitting a new low.Source 1 The failure described as an 'apocalypse' in Rome.Source 1

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England Urged to 'Stick Together' After Japan Loss

Guehi tells England team to unite following their World Cup warm-up defeat to Japan in London.Source 1 The loss prompts calls for resilience ahead of the tournament.Source 1

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Iraq Euphoric Despite War After World Cup Qualification

Iraq celebrates team's World Cup qualification amid ongoing war, bringing national joy in Baghdad.Source 1 The achievement unites the country.Source 1

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Spain Minister Condemns Racist Chants in Egypt Friendly

Madrid's sports minister denounces 'racist' chants that marred Spain's friendly against Egypt.Source 1 The incident draws official condemnation.Source 1

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USMNT Falls 2-0 to Portugal in Pre-World Cup Setback

Portugal defeated the USMNT 2-0 in Atlanta with two assists from Bruno Fernandes, highlighting areas for growth under Pochettino.Source 4 The Yanks showed first-half promise but failed to score, with Pulisic in a goal drought.Source 4 Crowd of 72,297 watched the elite performance.Source 4

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Messi Leads Argentina to 5-0 Win Over Zambia

Lionel Messi starred in Argentina's 5-0 victory at La Bombonera, his final home game before World Cup defense, with a goal and assist.Source 6 Goals also from Álvarez, Otamendi (penalty), own goal, and Barco; emotional farewell for fans.Source 6 Messi's 116th international goal reached 902 career totals.Source 6

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USMNT Takes Positives Despite Recent Losses

USMNT lost 5-2 to Belgium and 2-0 to Portugal in tune-ups, serving as a wakeup call against top Europe.Source 9 Team showed first-half competitiveness but needs growth for World Cup ambitions.Source 9 Pochettino to name roster May 26 before final friendlies.Source 7

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Roberto De Zerbi Joins Tottenham on Five-Year Deal

Roberto De Zerbi completes move to Spurs with no relegation clause in mega deal.Source 2 First words as Tottenham manager shared post-signing.Source 2 Major managerial change in Premier League.Source 2

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Infantino Insists Iran Will Attend World Cup Despite US War

FIFA president Gianni Infantino confirms Iran’s participation at the World Cup amid US-Iran tensions.Source 2 Statement addresses geopolitical concerns.Source 2

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Barcelona Transfer Talks Heat Up with Schjelderup Price

Barcelona learns price for Andreas Schjelderup as transfer rumors intensify.Source 2 La Liga side eyes moves amid squad planning.Source 2