According to Ben Jacobs, Portugal head coach Roberto Martínez will step down after the World Cup, regardless of the result the team achieves at the tournament.
on deal for Brighton centre-back Van Hecke, adding another experienced figure to their defence.
France and Senegal have named their line-ups in 2026 World Cup Group I. Mbappé and Mané both start, with France in a 4-2-3-1 and Senegal in a 4-3-3.
Iran and New Zealand drew 2-2 at the 2026 World Cup. Just scored twice, with Rezaeian and Mohebi replying for Iran, who dominated but could not win.
France face Senegal in 2026 World Cup "Group of Death" I. In a repeat of the 2002 opener, France are favourites while Senegal chase another shock result.
Iraq face Norway in 2026 World Cup Group I. Norway, back at a World Cup after 28 years, are favourites, while Iraq return to this stage after 40 years.
Holders Argentina face Algeria in 2026 World Cup Group J. In what is likely Messi's final World Cup, Argentina take the field as heavy favourites in Kansas City.
Austria face Jordan in 2026 World Cup Group J. Austria, back at a World Cup after 28 years, are favourites, while Jordan make their tournament debut.
Iran and New Zealand ended the first half level at 1-1 at the 2026 World Cup. Just struck early and Rezaeian equalised, with an Iran goal ruled out by VAR.
Iran and New Zealand have confirmed their line-ups at the 2026 World Cup. Iran line up in a 4-4-2, New Zealand in a 4-2-3-1, captained by Taremi and Wood.
Saudi Arabia and Uruguay drew 1-1 at the 2026 World Cup. Al Amri put Saudi Arabia ahead and Araujo levelled, as a dominant Uruguay were denied the win.
The first half of the Uruguay v Saudi Arabia clash at the 2026 World Cup ended in a surprise, with Saudi Arabia going in 1-0 ahead at the break.
