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Kick Off: France lead FIFA rankings; which star players will miss the World Cup

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Top Headlines

France overtakes Argentina and Spain to lead FIFA rankings

France has climbed to the top of the FIFA rankings following a perfect international break. With convincing victories against Brazil and Colombia, Les Bleus capitalized on Spain’s draw against Egypt and Argentina’s pending result to take the lead.

World Cup 2026 : The biggest stars set to miss out, Donnarumma, Osimhen, Lewy...

The World Cup 2026 playoffs have delivered their final verdict, and while many nations celebrate qualification, others face bitter disappointment.

These Things Happen

Telegraph: Chelsea players unhappy with Enzo's leadership during slump

According to The Telegraph, Chelsea players are unhappy with Enzo's leadership during the team's recent poor performance.

Out of shape: Boniface returns to Bremen with almost 10kg overweight

Less than three months after knee surgery, 25-year-old Boniface has returned to Werder Bremen. 

Chelsea top EPL table of agent fees: Almost DOUBLE any other club

Chelsea spent almost double any other Premier League club on agents fees, shock figures have revealed.

Dembélé tops the list of Ligue 1’s highest earners with 16 PSG players in top 30

Ousmane Dembélé (28) is the highest-paid player in Ligue 1, according to a ranking compiled by L’Équipe. The 2025 Ballon d’Or winner is reported to earn €1.5 million gross per month.

Isak back in Liverpool training after injury lay-off

Liverpool will be buoyed by Alexander Isak's impending return to training after a lengthy injury lay-off.

Maguire hit with FA charge after red against Bournemouth; might MISS huge clash

Harry Maguire has been charged by the Football Association for his reaction following his red card in Man United's 2-2 draw against Bournemouth.

Lamine Yamal, seriously affected by racist chants against Muslims in Spain-Egypt

The friendly match between Spain and Egypt at the RCDE Stadium was completely tainted by racist chants by an important sector of the stands.

Raphinha & Pedri, had most playing time last season, only ranked 14th & 13th now

According to the latest report from Mundo Deportivo, due to injuries, both Raphinha and Pedri have seen a significant reduction in playing time this season.

Iraqi reporter: two-day holiday in Iraq after World Cup breakthrough

According to Iraqi journalist Omar Qahtan, Iraqi Prime Minister Sudani announced that to celebrate the national team's advancement to the 2026 World Cup finals, the whole country will have a two-day holiday from April 1st to April 2nd.

What They Say

Sports Minister: Too many foreign players in Serie A affect the national team

A tense day for Italian football management after Italy's defeat to Bosnia and Herzegovina. Sports Minister Andrea Abodi bluntly expressed his views.

Morocco stars apologize after Senegal “like” controversy

Tensions between Morocco and Senegal have taken a new turn following a social media controversy involving several Moroccan players. 

Really his idol? Enzo expressed reluctance on the day Kroos announced retirement

Chelsea midfielder Enzo once again made comments in an interview that seemed to suggest he hopes to join Real Madrid.

Foden cannot be sure of World Cup place, warns Tuchel

Thomas Tuchel has warned Phil Foden he cannot be certain of going to the World Cup after a series of underwhelming displays for England.

Donnarumma: Italy must 'find courage to turn the page' after disappointment

Gianluigi Donnarumma urged Italy supporters to come together once more after the Azzurri failed to qualify for their third consecutive World Cup on Tuesday.

Ancelotti impressed by Brazil newcomers in pre-World Cup friendlies

Carlo Ancelotti believes the new players within his Brazil squad have made a strong case for their involvement in his final World Cup squad during the recent international break. 

Scaloni: Messi still has desire to lead Argentina at the World Cup

Lionel Scaloni insisted Lionel Messi has the desire to lead Argentina out at the 2026 World Cup after scoring in their 5-0 win over Zambia on Tuesday. 

Balotelli posts photo: No matter what, I'm always proud to be Italian

On 1 April, Italy lost to Bosnia and Herzegovina in the penalty shootout of the World Cup European Qualifiers final, missing the World Cup finals in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.