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The 2026 World Cup picture has grown clearer as October's qualifiers have seen several nations book their place. Full list of teams to qualify.
With the road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup heating up, several nations have already punched their tickets to the expanded 48-team tournament.
South Africa's performance to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup is symbolic of the resilience that coach Hugo Broos has instilled in the team.
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Snipers on stadium roof amid heavy security for Italy’s win over Israel in World Cup qualifying
The World Cup qualifier between Italy and Israel has taken place amid a heavy police presence that included snipers on the stadium roof.
These five nations stand above the rest as next summer's soccer spectacle nears, a mix of proven champions, rising powers and one team daring to upset the game's global order.