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England complete World Cup 2026 Qualifying with a 100% winning record thanks to a 2-0 triumph over Albania in Tirana, where Harry Kane surpasses Brazil legend Pele.
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We asked AI to predict how far England will go at 2026 World Cup after draw - you won't believe how it ends
Sports Mole asks AI to predict how far England will go at the 2026 World Cup following the group-stage draw for the tournament in Canada, Mexico and the USA.Dec 5, 22:41
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The top 10 biggest World Cup shocks of all time, six months out from the 2026 edition
Sports Mole looks back at the 10 most shocking results in World Cup history, including the Miracle of Bern from 1954 and the Agony of Mineirao in 2014.Dec 5, 20:17
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Top 10 World Cup goals of all time, six months before the 2026 tournament begins
Six months out from the 2026 finals, Sports Mole picks our top 10 goals in the history of the World Cup.Dec 5, 20:08
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The top 10 greatest World Cups of all time, six months out from the 2026 finals in the USA, Canada and Mexico
Sports Mole considers some of the greatest World Cups to have been played and ranks the top 10, one year out from the 2026 finals.Dec 5, 19:59
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2026 World Cup: England's full route to final revealed after group draw announcement
Sports Mole looks at England's full route to final of the 2026 World Cup after the group draw announcement on Friday.Dec 5, 18:22
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World Cup 2026: Who is in England's group? Key dates, dangermen and records against
Following the World Cup 2026 draw, Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at England's opponents, including key dates, players to watch and records against.Dec 5, 17:45
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World Cup 2026 draw revealed: England, Scotland discover group-stage opponents as Donald Trump headlines ceremony
England, Scotland and all other World Cup 2026 nations discover their group-stage opponents for next year's tournament in the USA, Mexico and Canada.Dec 5, 17:33
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One country Man City boss Pep Guardiola would “love” to see win 2026 World Cup
Pep Guardiola is keen to see one country in particular “make the last step” and win the FIFA World Cup at next summer’s newly-expanded tournament held in the United States, Canada and Mexico.Dec 5, 16:55
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James Trafford becomes the second Man City player who ‘wants out’ in January amid Premier League interest
James Trafford is one of two Manchester City players who is ready to leave the club in the January transfer window, according to a report.Dec 2, 09:35
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World Cup 2026 draw: When is it? How can I watch it? Who are the favourites for the trophy?
Sports Mole rounds up everything you need to know about the upcoming draw for the 2026 World Cup.Dec 2, 08:00
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World Cup 2026: Man Utd 'shocked' as Thomas Tuchel threatens to snap Red Devils long-standing streak
Luke Shaw, Harry Maguire and Mason Mount's exclusion from England's latest squad grows concerns over Manchester United's World Cup legacy.Dec 1, 19:32
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Strasbourg vs. Crystal Palace: Ex-Chelsea star Ben Chilwell aiming to deliver "biggest middle finger" to former club
Strasbourg defender Ben Chilwell says that earning a recall to the England squad would deliver "biggest middle finger" to former club Chelsea.Nov 26, 15:03
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World Cup 2026 draw: Who could England face? Group of Death and best-case scenario for Thomas Tuchel
Sports Mole looks at who England could face at the 2026 World Cup as the draw comes into view.Nov 19, 20:04
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World Cup 2026: Which teams have qualified for next year's tournament in North America?
Sports Mole takes a closer look at each team to have qualified for the 2026 World Cup in North America and how they got there.Nov 18, 22:00
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Jude Bellingham decision, Harry Kane backup: Thomas Tuchel's three biggest England dilemmas for 2026 World Cup
Following England's perfect run to the 2026 World Cup, Sports Mole identifies Thomas Tuchel's four biggest selection dilemmas ahead of next year's tournament in North America.Nov 17, 10:36
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Albania 0-2 England: Thomas Tuchel issues warning to "key" Jude Bellingham as "behaviour" questioned ahead of World Cup 2026
England manager Thomas Tuchel issues a warning to Jude Bellingham after the midfielder's reaction to being taken off against Albania on Sunday night.Nov 16, 22:22
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England achieve national team first and equal 71-year World Cup Qualifying record in Albania win
England achieve a national team first in their 2-0 victory over Albania during their final World Cup 2026 Qualifying Group K showdown on Sunday evening.Nov 16, 20:39
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Albania 0-2 England: Highlights, man of the match, stats as Harry Kane surpasses Pele to keep Three Lions perfect
England complete World Cup 2026 Qualifying with a 100% winning record thanks to a 2-0 triumph over Albania in Tirana, where Harry Kane surpasses Brazil legend Pele.Nov 16, 16:52
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England lineup vs. Albania confirmed as Jude Bellingham, Eberechi Eze among seven changes
England reveal their starting lineup for their final World Cup 2026 qualifier away to Albania on Sunday evening.Nov 16, 15:33
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Everton transfer news: Newcastle United target James Garner delivers fresh update on future
James Garner provides a fresh update on his future at Everton amid reported interest from Newcastle United.Nov 14, 13:20
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