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How World Cup qualifying works: Rules, format and how to earn a spot at FIFA tournament

With the 2026 FIFA World Cup set to be the most expansive edition of the famous football tournament to date, qualifying to ...

How Saudi Arabia and Qatar Benefited From Rule Changes to Reach the World Cup

A soccer governing body that both countries have helped bankroll gave them extra rest and home-field advantage to set up ...

Will Salah & Mane be at World Cup 2022? How Liverpool stars can qualify for Qatar

GOAL has what you need to know about the Egypt vs Senegal World Cup 2022 play-off draw and what it means for Mohamed Salah & ...
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Australia coach Arnold returns positive COVID test ahead of World Cup qualifiers

March 18 (Reuters) - Australia coach Graham Arnold tested positive for COVID-19 for the second time in as many months, Football Australia said on Friday, ahead of two crucial World Cup qualifiers over ...

Saudi Arabia, Qatar and a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying controversy

Saudi Arabia and Qatar's opponents have complained about advantages the two countries had in qualifying for the 2026 World ...