Fantasy football managers are reviewing matchday one performances to identify the best value transfers ahead of World Cup matchday two, with several surprise performers emerging as key targets.
Premier League clubs have begun their transfer business as the 2026-27 season calendar takes shape with confirmed dates for domestic and international competitions.
CAF qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have begun, with initial matches setting the early pace in the race for qualification.
Manchester City will begin their Premier League title defence at home to AFC Bournemouth as the full Gameweek One schedule is revealed for the 2026/27 season.
The English champions will have the largest club representation at the upcoming World Cup, highlighting their global reach as they enter a new era under different management.
Belgium suffers a blow as Manchester City winger Jeremy Doku will miss their World Cup match against Iran after battling a respiratory problem.
Concerns mount over Neymar’s availability as Brazil prepare for the 2026 World Cup amid injury worries.
Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong remains a doubt for Netherlands duty as national team coach Ronald Koeman provides an update on the player’s fitness status.
Cristiano Ronaldo is confirmed in the starting XI as Portugal aims to recover from a disappointing start to their World Cup campaign.
A former Bundesliga player has equaled Lionel Messi’s World Cup assist record, while Messi simultaneously reached a goalscoring milestone in Argentina’s victory over Algeria.