Who was Villarreal’s last World Cup goalscorer?Denis Cheryshev remains the last Villarreal player to score at a World Cup, a breakthrough star at Russia 2018.El Periódico Mediterráneo notes that the winger stepped off the bench in...Masukkan ke bookmarks Anda
What has become of Russia’s national team since its international banWith the World Cup under way, Russia’s national team remains barred from official competition more than four years on, surviving through low key friendlies and chequebook diplomacy. Opponents regularly step...Masukkan ke bookmarks Anda
Austria, Yugoslavia, Russia: teams that missed major tournaments because of warIran qualified for the 2026 World Cup yet, entangled in a war involving the USA, one of the hosts, its place is uncertain. Team Melli are in Group G with...Masukkan ke bookmarks Anda
Zakharyan named in Karpin’s preliminary 40-player Russia squad for March friendliesZakharyan has been named in Valery Karpin’s preliminary 40-player Russia squad.According to Diario Vasco, the list is for friendlies against Nicaragua and Mali.The national team remain unable to take part...Masukkan ke bookmarks Anda
Official: Mali to face Russia in MarchThis is the first ever meeting between the two national teamsOfficial: Mali to face Russia in MarchAs part of the FIFA window for March 2026, the Malian Football Federation confirmed...Masukkan ke bookmarks Anda
Dick Advocaat quits Curaçao post after leading historic 2026 World Cup qualificationDick Advocaat has resigned as Curaçao manager for personal reasons, despite steering the nation to a first-ever World Cup. The 78-year-old will not lead the team at the 2026 finals...Masukkan ke bookmarks Anda