Lewandowski, Ibrahimovic seek World Cup place as Poland, Sweden clash
Either Robert Lewandowski or Zlatan Ibrahimovic will miss out on the chance to play at the 2022 World Cup when Poland and Sweden clash in Tuesday’s playoff.
Southgate’s penalty plan part of World Cup dream
Gareth Southgate has told his England stars to place extra focus on penalty practice as he sets his sights on winning the World Cup.
Italy humiliated by North Macedonia and miss second successive World Cup
Italy will miss their second World Cup in a row after slumping to a shock 1-0 play-off semi-final defeat to North Macedonia on Thursday.
Brilliant Bale double carries Wales into World Cup playoff final
A brilliant double from Gareth Bale took Wales to the brink of a first World Cup since 1958 thanks to a 2-1 win over Austria in Cardiff on Thursday.
Portugal survive penalty drama to beat Turkey and stay on track for World Cup
Portugal are through to a decisive World Cup qualifying play-off final next week after beating Turkey 3-1 in Porto on Thursday, but only after Burak Yilmaz missed a crucial late penalty for the visitors.
Salah vows revenge as Egypt and Senegal fight for World Cup place
Egypt captain Mohamed Salah has vowed to avenge an Africa Cup of Nations final loss last month to Sadio Mane-inspired Senegal when they clash again on Friday in a 2022 World Cup playoff.
Throwback: Bafana defeated France at 2010 Fifa World Cup
Throwback to when hosts Bafana Bafana secured a 2-1 victory over France at the 2010 Fifa World Cup at the Free State Stadium in Bloemfontein.
Akpeyi: Nigeria will qualify for World Cup
Kaizer Chiefs goalkeeper Daniel Akpeyi is confident Nigeria have enough quality within their squad to qualify for the 2022 Fifa World Cup in Qatar.
Eriksen’s Denmark return delayed after catching Covid
Christian Eriksen’s return to the Denmark team, nine months after suffering a cardiac arrest playing for his country, will be slightly delayed because he has Covid-19, the federation announced on Sunday.
Mancini gunning for World Cup glory with Italy’s qualification in the balance
Italy are aiming for World Cup glory despite having to navigate a treacherous playoff path in order to get the 2022 tournament, with North Macedonia the first barrier in their way.