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Japan's Kaoru Mitoma celebrates scoring against England on March 31, 2026
England suffer an unwanted first at Wembley under Thomas Tuchel as Kaoru Mitoma propels Japan to a 1-0 friendly win on Tuesday evening.
Next Game: England vs. New Zealand - Saturday, June 6 at 9pm in International Friendlies
Argentina captain Lionel Messi lifts the 2022 FIFA World Cup Trophy in Qatar
Pele, Diego Maradona and Lionel Messi among players involved in the most frequent World Cup clashes in history
As the world prepares for another global showpiece, Sports Mole takes a definitive look at the most frequently played clashes in FIFA World Cup history.
21:02
Jude Bellingham of England, on November 16, 2026
England at the World Cup: Major Jude Bellingham hint dropped as Thomas Tuchel ponders lineup for opening game against Croatia
With the 2026 World Cup now approaching, a major hint may have been dropped regarding Jude Bellingham's place in the England team under Thomas Tuchel.
19:15
Barcelona's Lamine Yamal on April 22, 2026
World Cup 2026 injury watch: Yamal, Saliba, Livramento… seven players battling fitness concerns ahead of the tournament
The ball rolls for the first time at the World Cup on 11 June. National teams have already begun preparations for the tournament in North America. However, even among the players selected, several big names remain doubts due to their physical condition.
09:09
Nigeria's Ahmed Musa celebrates on June 22, 2018
Greatest World Cup kits of all time ranked
Sports Mole takes a look back and ranks the greatest World Cup kits of all time.
Jun 1, 17:27
England's Reece James celebrates with Declan Rice, Myles Lewis-Skelly on March 24, 2025
World Cup 2026 squads: Oldest, youngest, most expensive teams - where do England rank?
Ahead of the 2026 World Cup, Sports Mole takes a look at which countries will be arriving with the oldest, youngest and most expensive squads.
Jun 1, 11:09
Myles Lewis-Skelly/Thomas Tuchel composite
Exclusive: Arsenal legend shares Myles Lewis-Skelly England theory after World Cup 2026 snub
Myles Lewis-Skelly's transition from a left-back role to a midfield spot hindered his chances of being called up by England for the World Cup, an Arsenal legend exclusively tells Sports Mole.
May 31, 15:39
England players celebrate Harry Kane's goal against Albania on November 16, 2025
World Cup 2026 bracket: Predict your winner for the tournament - will England go all the way?
As the 2026 World Cup draws nearer, Sports Mole gives you the chance to predict the entire tournament, choosing which teams make it out the group stage, which teams progress through the knockout rounds and which team ultimately comes out on top.
May 28, 11:48
England World Cup Legends XI composite
Choose your own England World Cup legends XI: Do any of Thomas Tuchel's 2026 squad make the cut ahead of the opening game?
Sports Mole allows you to pick your best XI of England legends ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
May 27, 23:59
The Cage focus article
World Cup 2026: Cole Palmer vs. Kevin De Bruyne, Bukayo Saka vs. Son Heung-min as The Cage gets underway
The Cage is back! Sports Mole revives Nike's one-of-a-kind 3v3 tournament for the 2026 World Cup, and four Englishmen - one of whom is not in Thomas Tuchel's squad - will be going for glory.
May 26, 15:00
The Cage cover article image
World Cup 2026: The Cage is back! Reviving Nike's Iconic 3v3 tournament with today's biggest stars
As the World Cup 2026 draws nearer, Sports Mole revives Nike's iconic 2002 tournament The Cage - a 3v3 competition pitting some of today's biggest stars against each other.
May 26, 13:00
Cole Palmer, Thomas Tuchel
Why is Cole Palmer not in England's World Cup 2026 squad?
Why is Cole Palmer not in England’s 2026 World Cup squad? Sports Mole examines Thomas Tuchel’s brutal decision, Chelsea form concerns, and the deeper issues behind the shock omission.
May 23, 13:03
England manager Thomas Tuchel pictured on March 31, 2026
England World Cup squad: Liverpool suffer unwanted 40-year first after Thomas Tuchel makes controversial selection
Thomas Tuchel names a 26-man England squad for the 2026 World Cup that features no player from Liverpool for the first time since 1986.
May 22, 18:31
Roberto De Zerbi coach of Tottenham Hotspur celebrates at the final whistle on April 25, 2026
Tottenham injury news: Spurs defender suffers broken jaw ahead of relegation decider
Tottenham Hotspur and England defender Djed Spence sustains a broken jaw ahead of Spurs' final Premier League fixture of the campaign.
May 22, 17:08
Barcelona's Marcus Rashford on February 7, 2026
England World Cup squad: Marcus Rashford reacts to selection with intriguing social media post
England attacker Marcus Rashford reacts to his call-up for the upcoming World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
May 22, 16:40
Liverpool's Rio Ngumoha pictured on February 22, 2026
England World Cup squad: Alex Scott among Three Lions players set to be involved in pre-camp
England head coach Thomas Tuchel selects Alex Scott, Rio Ngumoha and Joshua King to be part of the Three Lions' training squad ahead of the World Cup.
May 22, 16:17
Trent Alexander-Arnold, Thomas Tuchel
England World Cup squad: Why Trent Alexander-Arnold's career could be on the line after Thomas Tuchel rejects Real Madrid star
Trent Alexander-Arnold has been left out of Thomas Tuchel's England squad, and the decision could be significantly damaging to the Real Madrid star's career.
May 22, 16:00
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England World Cup squad: Best XI from players who won't feature for Three Lions in North America
Sports Mole selects a best XI of England players who have been snubbed by Thomas Tuchel ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
May 22, 14:30
Thomas Tuchel/Cole Palmer/Harry Maguire composite
England World Cup 2026 squad: Who should Thomas Tuchel have chosen?
Following the release of England's official World Cup 2026 squad, Sports Mole gives you the opportunity to show Thomas Tuchel how it should have been done by selecting your best 26-man team.
May 22, 14:23
Thomas Tuchel and Harry Maguire, on March 27, 2026
2026 World Cup: England head coach Thomas Tuchel addresses shocking calls as controversial Three Lions squad is confirmed
England head coach Thomas Tuchel says that he was "a bit surprised" by Harry Maguire's public reaction to being left out of the Three Lions squad for the 2026 World Cup.
May 22, 13:21
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England squad confirmed for 2026 World Cup: Winners and losers from Thomas Tuchel's selection as hugely controversial calls are made
England head coach Thomas Tuchel confirms his 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup, with Harry Maguire, Phil Foden and Cole Palmer all being left out.
May 22, 10:01
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