England and new coach Tuchel land in 2026 World Cup qualifying group with Serbia and Albania
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England and new coach Tuchel land in 2026 World Cup qualifying group with Serbia and Albania

Hindustan Times  

ZURICH — Thomas Tuchel’s first official duty as England coach on Friday was to see his new team drawn in a 2026 World Cup qualifying group with Serbia, Albania, Latvia and Andorra. HT Image Tuchel starts work in January as the first German coach of the 1966 World Cup winner but was at FIFA headquarters to see the 54 European teams drawn into 12 qualifying groups. The 12 group winners next November advance directly and runners-up go to a playoff in March 2026, joined by four more teams who won a Nations League group last month. The four teams that advance to the Nations League Final Four in June cannot start in World Cup qualifying until September, and have to play in four-team groups.

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Thomas Tuchel Clears The Air Off England's Captaincy Rumours; Confirms Legendary Striker As Leader
1 week, 2 days ago

Thomas Tuchel Clears The Air Off England's Captaincy Rumours; Confirms Legendary Striker As Leader

ABP News  

Thomas Tuchel, England’s manager confirmed that Harry Kane would continue as country’s captain, putting to rest any speculation about leadership changes under his reign. And until March, there’s still a lot of football to be played, and then we will try to find the best group for the games that await.” Tuchel, however, hinted at a holistic approach, suggesting that …

New England boss Tuchel says players will get a clean slate under him, Kane to remain captain
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1 week, 2 days ago

New England boss Tuchel says players will get a clean slate under him, Kane to remain captain

The Hindu  

Harry Kane will remain England captain when Thomas Tuchel takes charge in January, the German said on Friday, signalling that all the players can count on a clean slate when the 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign starts under his management. “And until March, there’s still a lot of football to be played, and then we will try to find the …

England handed friendly draw in 2026 World Cup qualifying as Thomas Tuchel era begins
1 week, 2 days ago

England handed friendly draw in 2026 World Cup qualifying as Thomas Tuchel era begins

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Thomas Tuchel’s England have been drawn against Serbia, …

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: England drawn with Serbia, Latvia and Albania
1 week, 3 days ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: England drawn with Serbia, Latvia and Albania

The Hindu  

The groups for the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers from Europe were confirmed in Zurich on Friday, with England being drawn with Latvia, Serbia, Albania and Andorra. The 12 group runners-up go into the playoffs along with four best-ranked group winners of the 2024/25 UEFA Nations League that did not finish in first or second place in the European Qualifiers …

England and new coach Tuchel land in 2026 World Cup qualifying group with Serbia and Albania
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1 week, 3 days ago

England and new coach Tuchel land in 2026 World Cup qualifying group with Serbia and Albania

Associated Press  

ZURICH — Thomas Tuchel’s first official duty as England coach on Friday was to see his new team drawn in a 2026 World Cup qualifying group with Serbia, Albania, Latvia and Andorra. Tuchel starts work in January as the first German coach of the 1966 World Cup winner but was at FIFA headquarters to see the 54 European teams drawn …

Italy to end lengthy World Cup absence when FIFA makes draw for 12 European qualifying groups for 2026 edition
1 week, 3 days ago

Italy to end lengthy World Cup absence when FIFA makes draw for 12 European qualifying groups for 2026 edition

The Hindu  

The last time Italy played at a men’s World Cup, Giorgio Chiellini was bitten by Luis Suárez and minutes later, the four-time champion was dumped out at the group stage by Uruguay. On Friday, more than a decade after that dramatic 2014 World Cup exit in Brazil, Italy sets out toward the 2026 World Cup in North America as a …

England could face harder World Cup qualification group as UEFA make significant change to draw format
3 weeks, 1 day ago

England could face harder World Cup qualification group as UEFA make significant change to draw format

Daily Mail  

This Man City team is DONE and Pep Guardiola has been sleeping on the job - LISTEN NOW to It's All Kicking Off! New episodes every Monday and Thursday England could be handed an even harder FIFA World Cup qualifying group as a significant rule change threatens to pit the Three Lions against higher ranking opponents. England could be handed …

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifying draw seedings in Europe completed by Slovakia, Czech wins in Nations League
1 month ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifying draw seedings in Europe completed by Slovakia, Czech wins in Nations League

The Hindu  

The draw seedings for 2026 World Cup qualifying groups in Europe were decided on Tuesday when the last round of Nations League games saw Slovakia and the Czech Republic secure a higher status. READ | UEFA Nations League: Germany denied three points by last-chance penalty for Hungary; Sweden’s Gyökeres scores four Those results pushed Scotland down into pot 3, where …

Soccer’s ‘worst’ national team rises toward 2026 World Cup chance after Nations League group win
1 month ago

Soccer’s ‘worst’ national team rises toward 2026 World Cup chance after Nations League group win

Associated Press  

GENEVA — The official worst national team in men’s soccer is within sight of entering qualifying playoffs for the 2026 World Cup in North America. If results and standings go San Marino’s way next year in European qualifying groups for the World Cup, then entry awaits to the 16-team playoffs in March 2026. Winning the group promoted San Marino to …

England has all the tools to win 2026 World Cup under Tuchel, says Carsley
1 month ago

England has all the tools to win 2026 World Cup under Tuchel, says Carsley

The Hindu  

Incoming England manager Thomas Tuchel has all the tools he needs to win the 2026 World Cup but finding the right balance for the team will be key, interim coach Lee Carsley said. Carsley’s six-game stint in charge of England ended with Sunday’s 5-0 win over Ireland that secured promotion to the Nations League’s top tier. Former manager Gareth Southgate …

Germany firmly focused on 2026 World Cup says coach Nagelsmann
1 month ago

Germany firmly focused on 2026 World Cup says coach Nagelsmann

The Hindu  

Germany has nothing to play for in its last Nations League game away to Hungary on Tuesday after having already secured the top spot in the group but for coach Julian Nagelsmann the game is a key step in its development towards the 2026 World Cup. So there is limited time tolerance in terms of development.” The four-time world champions …

England to be drawn in five-team World Cup qualifying group after securing Nations League promotion with Republic of Ireland thrashing
1 month ago

England to be drawn in five-team World Cup qualifying group after securing Nations League promotion with Republic of Ireland thrashing

Daily Mail  

England beat Republic of Ireland 5-0 in the Nations League on Sunday England will be drawn in a five-team World Cup qualifying group after securing Nations League promotion on Sunday. Teams are to be drawn into 12 World Cup qualifying groups of four or five teams in Zurich on Friday December 13. England will be drawn in a five-team World …

UEFA Nations League 2024-25 preview: European qualifying draw for 2026 World Cup in North America now in play
1 month, 1 week ago

UEFA Nations League 2024-25 preview: European qualifying draw for 2026 World Cup in North America now in play

The Hindu  

The final rounds of Nations League games over the next week will bring the 2026 World Cup sharply into focus in Europe. That’s because Nations League standings and results that factor into the next FIFA rankings published on November 28, will confirm seedings for the 12 European qualifying groups for the next World Cup in North America. Four of the …

European qualifying draw for 2026 World Cup in North America now in play as Nations League ends
1 month, 1 week ago

European qualifying draw for 2026 World Cup in North America now in play as Nations League ends

Associated Press  

GENEVA — The final rounds of Nations League games over the next week will bring the 2026 World Cup sharply into focus in Europe. That’s because Nations League standings, and results that factor into the next FIFA rankings published on Nov. 28, will confirm seedings for the 12 European qualifying groups for the next World Cup in North America. Four …

England gives call-up to more new faces in final squad before Thomas Tuchel takes over
1 month, 2 weeks ago

England gives call-up to more new faces in final squad before Thomas Tuchel takes over

Associated Press  

LONDON — Southampton defender Taylor Harwood-Bellis and Newcastle left-back Lewis Hall were called up to the England squad for the first time on Thursday as interim coach Lee Carsley made his final selection before Thomas Tuchel takes charge. Tuchel does not start until January after being hired to lead the national team’s bid to win the 2026 World Cup. Carsley …

Thomas Tuchel will not help pick England team in Lee Carsley’s final games
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Thomas Tuchel will not help pick England team in Lee Carsley’s final games

The Telegraph  

Thomas Tuchel has no intention of having any say on the squad or the teams Lee Carsley picks for his final games as England interim manager, against Greece and Ireland in the Nations League. And Tuchel’s January 1 start date means he is not scheduled to attend next month’s qualifying draw for the 2026 World Cup that he has been …

Thomas Tuchel not starting as England manager until January is baffling, writes IAN LADYMAN... the FA have made a mistake and are wasting valuable time by keeping Lee Carsley in charge
2 months ago

Thomas Tuchel not starting as England manager until January is baffling, writes IAN LADYMAN... the FA have made a mistake and are wasting valuable time by keeping Lee Carsley in charge

Daily Mail  

The first time the FA appointed a foreigner as national coach a quarter of a century ago, Sven-Goran Eriksson arrived for his unveiling to find a man dressed as John Bull waiting outside the door at Soho Square. Having Thomas Tuchel start in January is either a mistake by the FA or a troubling call by him He needs as …

Thomas Tuchel press conference LIVE: New England manager speaks after FA confirm appointment
2 months ago

Thomas Tuchel press conference LIVE: New England manager speaks after FA confirm appointment

The Independent  

✕ Close Thomas Tuchel set to be appointed England manager England have officially announced Thomas Tuchel as the new manager of the men’s national team, with highly-regarded English coach Anthony Barry as his assistant. The former Chelsea manager has been out of work since leaving Bayern Munich at the end of last season, but carries real pedigree, leading the Stamford …

Who does Germany’s Thomas Tuchel join on list of overseas England managers?
2 months, 1 week ago

Who does Germany’s Thomas Tuchel join on list of overseas England managers?

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Germany’s Thomas Tuchel has been appointed Gareth Southgate’s …

Revealed: When Thomas Tuchel's first game as England manager will be as the former Chelsea boss agrees to take over the Three Lions
2 months, 1 week ago

Revealed: When Thomas Tuchel's first game as England manager will be as the former Chelsea boss agrees to take over the Three Lions

Daily Mail  

Thomas Tuchel agreed to become the new England head coach on Tuesday night, as the Football Association took a massive step toward appointing a permanent successor to Gareth Southgate. He has now agreed to take over from England Under-21s boss Lee Carsley, who has been in interim charge of the senior side since Southgate's departure. Former Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel …

FIFA’s World Cup qualifying draw for European teams to give Nations League more weight
3 months, 2 weeks ago

FIFA’s World Cup qualifying draw for European teams to give Nations League more weight

Associated Press  

GENEVA — FIFA is preparing a more complicated draw for the European World Cup qualifying groups, giving greater weight to the upcoming UEFA Nations League rather than relying solely on world rankings — but also making most teams wait months to find out their full slate of opponents. The new seeding proposal would give lower-ranked teams like Hungary, Israel, Scotland …

World Cup finalist France, Euro 2020 winner Italy, Belgium and Israel drawn in Nations League group
10 months, 2 weeks ago

World Cup finalist France, Euro 2020 winner Italy, Belgium and Israel drawn in Nations League group

Associated Press  

PARIS — World Cup runner-up France, European champion Italy, Belgium and Israel were drawn together in a tough group Thursday for the men’s UEFA Nations League that starts in September. The Nations League is the next action for UEFA member countries after this summer’s European Championship, where France, Italy and Belgium — all top-10 teams in the FIFA world rankings …

2026 World Cup: Fifa to confirm new format with three-team groups abandoned and new knock-out round
1 year, 9 months ago

2026 World Cup: Fifa to confirm new format with three-team groups abandoned and new knock-out round

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The 2026 World Cup finals in the United …

CONCACAF to start 2026 World Cup qualifying in March 2024
1 year, 9 months ago

CONCACAF to start 2026 World Cup qualifying in March 2024

The Hindu  

Thirty two Central American and Caribbean nations will start qualifying matches for the 2026 World Cup in March 2024 as part of a competition in which teams will play up to 12 matches to reach the tournament. The Confederation of North and Central American and Caribbean Association Football said on Tuesday that qualifying will start with a first round in …

FIFA World Cup 2022: England boss Gareth Southgate wary of little preparation time for finals despite kind draw
2 years, 8 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: England boss Gareth Southgate wary of little preparation time for finals despite kind draw

Firstpost  

However, Southgate’s men are now considered one of the favourites for the tournament after reaching the semi-finals of the World Cup four years ago and then the final of Euro 2020. Doha: England manager Gareth Southgate is wary of the little time he will have to prepare his squad for the 2022 World Cup despite a kind draw for the …

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