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Cody Gakpo converted two penalties, including a 98th-minute winner, as the Netherlands secured a 2-1 victory over Uzbekistan in their final World Cup warm-up match.

Spain's head coach Luis de la Fuente has confirmed that Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams are on track to be available for their FIFA World Cup opener against Cape Verde, following recent injury concerns. Their return provides a significant boost for the reigning European champions.

As the expanded 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches, projections indicate a repeat winner is more likely, though several nations are poised to challenge the historical trend.

Germany's head coach Julian Nagelsmann described his side's 2-1 victory over the USA as a "perfect test" ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026, emphasizing the value of the challenging conditions and emotional opposition.

Breel Embolo has officially received his visa and joined the Switzerland national team in the USA, ending a two-day delay that had threatened his participation in the 2026 World Cup.