Football Fixtures

How can Wales, Northern Ireland, Ireland qualify for 2026 World Cup from European playoffs? Route, difficulty, future groups

While Wales, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland missed out on automatic qualification for the 2026 World Cup, they still have a final chance to get there via the European playoffs.

2026 World Cup European playoffs explained: How it works, teams, schedule, how to watch in the UK

How do the European playoffs for the 2026 World Cup work and how can you watch all the games? ESPN has you covered with an all-you-need-to-know explainer.

TS Galaxy vs. Orlando Pirates - Teams, news, kick-off time, how to watch

Having relinquished top spot in the Betway Premiership, Orlando Pirates will visit TS Galaxy on Sunday at Mbombela Stadium knowing a win can propel them back to first place... for the moment.

Super Eagles Turkey-bound but no Victor Osimhen as friendly matches moved from Jordan

Nigeria's upcoming international friendly matches against Iran and Jordan have been relocated.

Kaizer Chiefs vs. Magesi FC - Teams, news, kick-off time, how to watch

Kaizer Chiefs will host Magesi at their de facto second home, Durban's Moses Mabhida Stadium, on Saturday in the Betway Premiership.

Morocco cannot, in clear conscience, claim Senegal's AFCON title after latest CAF debacle

Ed Dove, who was at the AFCON final, writes that Africa will be unlikely to herald Morocco as African champions after either their antics during the tournament nor the manner of their 'victory'.