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  Craig Bellamy, aged 14, saw Wales’ 1994 World Cup dreams crushed by Romania. Decades later, with Wales again missing a World Cup trip, Bellamy seeks revenge. He faces Gheorghe Hagi, who scored three goals in those 1994 qualifiers, as Hagi leads Romania in Bucharest this Saturday.

  
  

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• Remember When… We Had A Golden Generation

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  England’s “Golden Generation” from the 2006 World Cup, led by David Beckham, promised glory but delivered heartache. Fans Sharon, Billy, and Gary recount their unique tournament experiences, from fever-pitch optimism to a growing disconnect with a star-studded team that ultimately failed to live up to its immense potential. Relive the highs and devastating lows.

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• Final playoff teams secure 2026 FIFA World Cup spots

  The 2026 FIFA World Cup field is finalized following dramatic playoff wins by DR Congo, Iraq, and four UEFA nations, setting the stage for the 48-team tournament across North America this June.

  ​The 48-team field for the 2026 FIFA World Cup is complete after a thrilling final night of playoffs.

  In the inter-confederation brackets, Axel Tuanzebe’s 100th-minute strike lifted DR Congo over Jamaica, securing their first appearance since 1974.

  Meanwhile, Iraq defeated Bolivia 2-1 in Monterrey to end a 40-year drought, joining France, Norway, and Senegal in a highly competitive Group I.  

  ​UEFA’s final slots were claimed by Türkiye, Czechia, Sweden, and Bosnia & Herzegovina, who famously eliminated Italy on penalties.

  The result marks a third consecutive missed tournament for the Italians.

  For the hosts, the path is now clear: Mexico kicks off the tournament June 11 against South Africa, while the USMNT prepares for a Group D finale against Türkiye on June 25.  

  ​Preparation now shifts to 16 host cities as the expanded 104-match schedule looms.

  Captain Chancel Mbemba remains grounded following DR Congo’s historic qualification, stating, “We’ll stay humble, keep our feet on the ground, and continue to work.”

  With global giants like Brazil and Argentina facing hungry newcomers, the largest World Cup in history promises a “different feel and vibe” across three nations.  

• Cristiano Junior trains with Real Madrid Academy with view to joining club

  Cristiano Ronaldo’s 15-year-old son, Cristiano Jr, has begun training with Real Madrid’s under-16 side, signaling a potential return to the club where his father remains the all-time leading goalscorer.

  ​Cristiano Ronaldo Jr trained with Real Madrid’s academy on Tuesday as he explores joining the Spanish club’s youth ranks.

  The 15-year-old striker, currently with Saudi side Al Nassr’s academy, previously followed his father’s career path through the youth setups of Juventus and Manchester United.

  A permanent move would return him to the city where his father scored a record-breaking 450 goals over nine seasons.

  ​The teenager, a Portugal youth international, debuted for his country’s under-15 side last year and has since progressed to the under-17 level.

  While born in the United States, his international future remains with Portugal, following in the footsteps of his 41-year-old father.

  Ronaldo senior has captained the national team since 2008, scoring “the most goals in the nation’s history with 143 goals.”

• 2026-27 Nations League draw revealed as England, Wales discover daunting League A opponents

  England have been placed in a challenging 2026-27 Nations League group alongside Spain, Croatia, and Czechia, marking Thomas Tuchel’s first major tournament cycle since extending his contract.

  ​England’s return to the top tier of the Nations League will feature a high-stakes reunion with Spain, the team that denied them glory in the Euro 2024 final.

  Following their promotion under Lee Carsley, the Three Lions were placed in League A Group 3, where they will also contend with recurring rivals Croatia and a resilient Czechia side.

  This daunting draw coincides with the confirmation that Thomas Tuchel has extended his managerial deal until 2028, ensuring he will lead the squad through this competitive cycle following the 2026 World Cup.

  ​The tournament structure also presents a difficult task for Wales, who must navigate a group containing title-holders Portugal, Norway, and Denmark.

  Meanwhile, Scotland will face Switzerland and Slovenia in League B, while Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland prepare for tests against Hungary and Austria respectively.

  Fixtures are scheduled to commence in late September 2026, utilizing a revised international window format.

  Regarding the challenging path ahead, FA sources indicated that the schedule provides “belated revenge” opportunities as England seeks to re-establish dominance among Europe’s elite.