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Former Manchester United defender Axel Tuanzebe scores in extra time as DR Congo beat Jamaica 1-0 in qualifying playoff.

DR Congo's Axel Tuanzebe celebrates scoring their first goal in extra-time

After the match was level at 1-1 after extra time, Bosnia and Herzegovina beat Italy 4-1 on penalties to reach finals.

Bosnia and Herzegovina players celebrate during the penalty shootout

Our live text commentary stream of the FIFA decider, as the home side reach the 2026 edition.

Bosnia and Herzegovina's Haris Tabakovic celebrates scoring a penalty during the penalty shootout

The chief of global football’s governing body says US-Israeli war on Iran will not affect scheduling of 2026 World Cup.

First vice president of the Islamic Republic of Iran Football Federation Mehdi Mohammad Nabi shakes hands with FIFA president Gianni Infantino before the Costa Rica match

Senegal parade AFCON trophy at Stade de France ahead of friendly against Peru, despite being stripped of the title.

Senegal's players parade with The African Cup of Nations trophy ahead of the international friendly football match between Senegal and Peru at the Stade de France

All our updates, with post-match reaction and interviews, following our text commentary stream.

Spain's Mikel Oyarzabal celebrates scoring their second goal

All our updates, including post-match reactions, following our comprehensive text commentary stream.

France's Kylian Mbappe scores their first goal as Brazil's Ederson looks on

With his time at Liverpool, and apparently the world’s most elite league, coming to an end, what is left to drive Salah?

Liverpool manager Arne Slot, left, with Mohamed Salah on the pitch.

The final qualification spots for the FIFA World Cup 2026 are about to be sealed via UEFA and Intercontinental playoffs.

Italy coach Gennaro Gattuso during the draw

All the updates following our text commentary stream of the Women’s Asian Cup final in Sydney.

Maika Hamano of Japan celebrates scoring a goal during the AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026 match between Australia Matildas and Japan