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World Cup 2026: Why England are unlikely to face France until final - and are on course for Lionel Messi World Cup 2026: Why England are unlikely to face France until final - and are on course for Lionel Messi

England will enter next week's 2026 World Cup draw with a rare strategic advantage -- and the respite of knowing meetings with Kylian Mbappé, Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal may have to wait.

Wayne Rooney tips Arsenal's Champions League chances ahead of Bayern Munich clash Wayne Rooney tips Arsenal's Champions League chances ahead of Bayern Munich clash

Wayne Rooney has said that Arsenal have a "good chance" of winning the Champions League this season, tipping the Premier League leaders as the ones-to-beat in the competition.

Aubameyang: Signing for Arsenal rivals Chelsea a 'big mistake' Aubameyang: Signing for Arsenal rivals Chelsea a 'big mistake'

Former Arsenal striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has admitted his move to Premier League rivals Chelsea was a "big mistake."

Chelsea vs. Barcelona: Rooney says Cucurella gave lesson vs. Yamal Chelsea vs. Barcelona: Rooney says Cucurella gave lesson vs. Yamal

Wayne Rooney hailed Chelsea left-back Marc Cucurella's performance marking Lamine Yamal in Chelsea's 3-0 Champions League win over Barcelona at Stamford Bridge on Tuesday.

MC Alger vs Mamelodi Sundowns - Teams, news, kick off times, how to watch in CAF Champions League MC Alger vs Mamelodi Sundowns - Teams, news, kick off times, how to watch in CAF Champions League

Mamelodi Sundowns appear to be gradually rediscovering their rhythm, but face a tough test as they visit former head coach Rhulani Mokwena's in-form MC Alger in the CAF Champions League on Friday.

Flick remains 'positive' despite Chelsea humbling Flick remains 'positive' despite Chelsea humbling

Hansi Flick believes Chelsea were "more dynamic" in their 3-0 defeat in the Champions League but remains positive about the teams response to Ronald Araujo's sending off.