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Tuchel's vision for England comes into focus with World Cup qualifier win
Tuchel and England won their opening qualifier for the 2026 World Cup, but questions still linger about the new manager's hire.
How did England fare in first match under Tuchel?

ROAD TO WORLD CUP 2026
World Cup talent ranking: Which national teams project best to win 2026?
Who will win the 2026 World Cup? A team stacked with talent, surely. We've devised a way to rank countries by the talent in their squads.
2026 World Cup: How nations from around the world can qualify
The race for the 2026 World Cup has begun in earnest. Here's how it's looking around the globe.

EUROPEAN WORLD CUP QUALIFIERS

INTERNATIONAL BREAK IS HERE
What to watch for in March internationals: Tuchel's England debut, Ronaldo goals, Poch's first big U.S. test
It's the first internationals of the year! There's lots happening as World Cup qualifying ramps up and European teams face off in the Nations League.
Laurens: Tuchel can win England the World Cup

TRANSFERS
Transfer rumors, news: Liverpool, Bayern favorites to sign Cherki
Rayan Cherki looks set to leave Lyon this summer, with Liverpool and Bayern Munich both interested. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.
Could Real Madrid hijack Arsenal's move for Zubimendi?
Gab & Juls discuss reports suggesting Real Madrid are interested in signing Martín Zubimendi.
Watchability Index: Ranking European football's most entertaining teams, games

BARCELONA
EWA PAJOR
'She's scored a mountain of goals': How Ewa Pajor changed the way Barcelona play
Ewa Pajor has taken Spain's Liga F by storm since joining Barcelona. This summer, she'll be hoping to do the same with Poland at their first Euros.

CHELSEA'S DOUBLE SWOOP
Will Chelsea's youth transfer policy finally work?
Why Geovany Quenda can be Chelsea's answer to Saka
Chelsea have agreed a deal to sign Sporting CP teenager Geovany Quenda in 2026, and he has been compared in style to Arsenal star Bukayo Saka.
Top Headlines
- Tuchel: Bellingham doing 'too much' for England
- 3 points and a proposal! Madsen's dream return
- Arsenal fix UWCL woes with rout over Liverpool
- Slegers: Big Arsenal crowd can intimidate Madrid
- Haaland scores in 5-0 Norway rout to start WCQ
- Ex-France star Ribery: Leg was nearly amputated
- Wrexham boost promotion hopes with 1-0 win
- Haaland on City charges: Not afraid of punishment
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