Nigeria to miss World Cup after defeat by DR Congo on pens

Nigeria will miss a second successive edition of the World Cup after losing 4-3 on penalties to DR Congo in the African play-off final after a 1-1 draw.

2026 World Cup Group Stage Draw Pots: How Seeding Works

Here’s a full breakdown of the 2026 World Cup group stage draw. The World Cup draw will take place at the Kennedy Center in Washington DC on Friday, Dec. 5 at 12 p.m. ET (9 a.m. PT, 5 p.m. GMT).

2026 World Cup draw rules: How does it work? Who is in which pot?

The 2026 World Cup draw will be held before the field is settled in full, as December 5 gives every nation its path to the World Cup Final.

Official: Italy go into 2026 World Cup play-offs

Italy are now officially in the play-offs for the 2026 World Cup, as they must go through the semi-final and final in March 2026 to book their place in the tournament.The Azzurri knew going into

Mauricio Pochettino Reveals Pre-World Cup USMNT Plans to Avoid Heartbreak, Burned Jerseys

Mauricio Pochettino will make sure to avoid as much heartbreak as possible with the U.S. men’s national team when he names his final squad ahead of the official 2026 World Cup roster.
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