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Defender Aubrey Modiba back in training for South Africa ahead of FIFA World Cup opener
After an injury sustained on May 17, during the CAF Champions League final first leg, Aubrey Modiba is back in full South Africa training ahead of their FIFA World Cup opener against Mexico on June 11.
Gakpo: Timber's World Cup injury 'a pity' for Netherlands
Cody Gakpo talks about Jurriën Timber's injury blow and facing Liverpool teammate Wataru Endo in Netherlands' 2026 FIFA World Cup opener vs. Japan.
Kimmich: Germany don't have an 'easy' group at World Cup
Joshua Kimmich discusses Germany's chances at the World Cup ahead of their opening match against Curacao.
Why are there so many over-40 players at the 2026 World Cup?
Only one non-goalkeeper over 40 has ever played a World Cup. This summer, four others could do the same.
World Cup 2026 Power Rankings, 48 hours out: Who is No. 1?
With just 48 hours until the 2026 World Cup begins, our reporters ranked the top 15 contenders for this summer's top prize as they see it. Did your national team make the cut?
Nigeria will be represented at the FIFA World Cup after all! Could this XI beat, say, England?
While Nigeria may be absent, Nigerian football will be on display at the FIFA World Cup, and ESPN's starting XI could beat quite a few teams on offer. England, maybe? USA?