Team Previews

Selecao have renewed optimism under Carlo Ancelotti after a difficult qualifying campaign

At their first World Cup since 1998, Ralf Rangnick's side aren't here to make up the numbers

The Scots have an excellent opening fixture and could be good

Our team-by-team previews for the 2026 FIFA World Cup continue with reigning champions Argentina

Murat Yakin's side is competing in their sixth successive global showcase

A guide to one of the tournament favourites

Having less hype than before could turn out to be a good thing

The expectation is that the Three Lions should go deep into the tournament

Iran have one of the best Round 1 fixtures

A debutant outsider, coached by 2006 winner Fabio Cannavaro

Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Fantasy campaign, we’re taking a closer look at each nation competing ...

The Blue Sharks are one of the lowest-ranked sides in the entire competition