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2026 World Cup Power Rankings: Every Team Ranked From 48 to 1

FOX Sports' Alexi Lalas power ranked all 48 World Cup teams ahead of the 2026 tournament. Where did your team land?

JUNE 10 • FOX SPORTS

2026 World Cup Power Rankings: Every Team Ranked From 48 to 1

Forced off with muscular injury Kounde's substitution against Northern Ireland was due to a muscular injury, L'equipe reports.

Impact Kounde was forced off at half time with a muscular injury, throwing a potential wrench in the French starting lineup. Malo Gusto came on to replace Kounde and could be in line for the starting role to open the World Cup. Currently it has only been reported as muscle pain, so there's no status on how serious any potential issue for Kounde is.

JUNE 10 • ROTOWIRE

Limited to start World Cup Yamal (hamstring) will have his minutes heavily limited in the first two matches of the World Cup, Sport reports.

Impact Yamal is on track to play in the opening match, but will be limited to around 15 minutes of action, and he should ramp that up in the second match of the tournament. The winger is targeting a full return to fitness in the final match of the group stage. Yamal and Spain are being cautious with his recovery, because at full fitness he can carry this team to a potential title. If all goes well he should be fully fit and available for a full workload in the knockout stage.

JUNE 10 • ROTOWIRE

Why Barcelona Is 'Worried About Lamine Yamal' Ahead Of World Cup With Spain

Barcelona is concerned with the health of forward Lamine Yamal ahead of Spain's World Cup campaign.

JUNE 10 • FOX SPORTS

Why Barcelona Is 'Worried About Lamine Yamal' Ahead Of World Cup With Spain

Atletico Madrid Mocks Real Madrid's Bid For Striker Julian Alvarez

Atletico Madrid's social media page called out Real Madrid and Barcelona after the rival clubs showed interest in Atletico forward Julian Al...

JUNE 10 • FOX SPORTS

Atletico Madrid Mocks Real Madrid's Bid For Striker Julian Alvarez

Julián Alvarez's Agent Responds To Real Madrid, Barcelona Transfer Speculation

The race for Julián Alvarez has taken an explosive turn as reports link the Atlético Madrid star with a controversial move across the capita...

JUNE 9 • FOX SPORTS

Julián Alvarez's Agent Responds To Real Madrid, Barcelona Transfer Speculation

Atletico reject €150m bid for Alvarez from Real Madrid Barcelona have been heavily linked with a move for Julian Alvarez this summer, but it is Real Madrid who have seen an early bid rejected.

JUNE 9 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Barcelona preparing lawsuit against Real Madrid Your best source for quality Real Madrid news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

JUNE 9 • MANAGINGMADRID.COM

Targeting Spain clash Araujo flew from Montevideo to Madrid on Sunday night for an express treatment session with a trusted physiotherapist for a minor calf muscle issue, returning overnight to rejoin t...

Impact Araujo underwent the treatment in coordination with Barcelona's medical services and the AUF, with the sole objective of accelerating his recovery and ensuring he is fully available to coach Marcelo Bielsa as quickly as possible. The AUF confirmed the target is to have their captain available for Uruguay's group stage fixture against Spain on June 26, with the carefully managed approach reflecting the importance they place on having one of their most important defender fit and ready for the tournament's most anticipated clash. Santi Bueno is expected to get a larger role in the back line of the Celeste since Jose Maria Gimenez (ankle) and Sebastian Caceres (concussion) are also doubts heading into the tournament.

JUNE 9 • ROTOWIRE

Real Madrid Asks UEFA To Strip Barcelona Of Titles Over Corruption Scandal

Real Madrid have sensationally called for Barcelona to be stripped of their historic titles as the fallout from the Negreira scandal reaches...

JUNE 9 • FOX SPORTS

Real Madrid Asks UEFA To Strip Barcelona Of Titles Over Corruption Scandal

From Barcelona To Inter Miami: Mapping Lionel Messi's Career Evolutions

Lionel Messi is preparing for a record-breaking sixth World Cup appearance, but the player heading to the tournament is unrecognizable from...

JUNE 8 • FOX SPORTS

From Barcelona To Inter Miami: Mapping Lionel Messi's Career Evolutions

Could Real Madrid Get UEFA to Strip Barcelona of Titles Over Corruption Claims? Florentino Pérez is determined to keep the pressure on his rivals after winning re-election.

JUNE 8 • SI.COM

On track for opener Yamal (hamstring) is on track to be available for Spain's World Cup opener against Cape Verde on June 15 but will not travel to Puebla for the final pre-tournament friendly against...

Impact Yamal has been in the final stages of his hamstring recovery and trained on Saturday, with Spain's medical staff approving his potential involvement in the opener under strict caution. Coach De la Fuente will manage his minutes carefully against Cape Verde to protect him from any risk of a relapse, with the young star widely considered Spain's most important attacking weapon and a genuine contender for player of the tournament if fully fit throughout the competition.

JUNE 8 • ROTOWIRE

Travels to Spain for treatment Araujo (muscular) will travel to Spain to receive treatment for a muscle contracture from medical professionals who have previously treated him, missing Monday's training session b...

Impact Araujo's situation is being handled with care by the technical staff and AUF medical team, who jointly agreed on the decision to prioritize resolving the issue properly before the tournament gets underway. The Barcelona defender is expected to be available for the competition and the carefully managed treatment plan suggests the coaching staff are confident the contracture will not prevent him from featuring at the heart of Uruguay's defensive unit once their World Cup campaign begins.

JUNE 8 • ROTOWIRE

Anthony Gordon Shares Marcus Rashford's Advice After Barcelona Transfer

Anthony Gordon has opened up about his blockbuster £70m move from Newcastle to Barcelona, revealing the private role Marcus Rashford played...

JUNE 7 • FOX SPORTS

Anthony Gordon Shares Marcus Rashford's Advice After Barcelona Transfer

Spain Boss Says Lamine Yamal Was 'Born for This,' Compares Him To Lionel Messi

Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente has hailed Lamine Yamal as a player who was "born for this," comparing the Barcelona sensation's natural...

JUNE 7 • FOX SPORTS

Spain Boss Says Lamine Yamal Was 'Born for This,' Compares Him To Lionel Messi

Recovering from injury, illness Araujo has missed training sessions with the Uruguayan national team due to both a muscle strain and flu symptoms, but he's expected to avoid a major issue, Jordi Batalla of Mundo...

Impact Araujo's situation is being handled with caution following injury worries just days before the World Cup kickoff. Still, the defender shouldn't miss any game if his rehabilitation continues as expected. He'll likely log significant minutes on the field if fully healthy, featuring alongside Jose Maria Gimenez (ankle) and limiting Sebastian Caceres (concussion) to a bench role. However, the squad's fitness issues could make Santi Bueno another viable center-back option.

JUNE 7 • ROTOWIRE

Could make opener with caution Yamal (hamstring) trained Saturday and is likely to be an option for their opener on June 15 against Cape Verde in a limited manner, according to Javier Miguel of AS Diario.

Impact Yamal continues to work on his fitness following a hamstring injury and is nearing a return to play, as he did train Saturday. This further reinforces his chances of playing in their opener against Cape Verde, although with some limitations. Barcelona has been closely monitoring his health, and it appears they will be fine with him playing the opener, although under strict caution to prevent further injury. With Spain playing a weaker opponent, these are restrictions they will likely meet. Either way, they will want him healthy for the remainder of the World Cup, a player with a true chance of winning Player of the Tournament.

JUNE 7 • ROTOWIRE

Roberto Carlos: "I know a lot of people from Atlético and Barça, and they're the ones who don't want Florentino to stay" Roberto Carlos calls Florentino Pérez “the best president of all time”

JUNE 5 • MANAGINGMADRID.COM

Kounde determined to stay with Barcelona amid exit rumours Jules Kounde's Barcelona future is not certain, but the defender expressed his desire to stay with the LaLiga giants in the coming years.

JUNE 4 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Supersub role with Three Lions Gordon has been named in England's World Cup squad after a season that saw him become one of the most prolific English scorers in the Champions League in the competition's history.

Impact Gordon wrapped up a season disrupted by injuries and suspension with six Premier League goals and two assists across 26 appearances for Newcastle, while also putting together a standout Champions League campaign that showcased his ability to deliver on the biggest stage in club football. The attacker combines elite speed, aggressive ball-carrying and a fearless one-on-one mentality that makes him a nightmare matchup down the left wing, and his Champions League performances only strengthened his status as one of England's most dangerous wide forwards after racking up 10 goals in 12 appearances in the competition for the Magpies. Gordon heads into the World Cup fueled by his recent move to Barcelona ahead of next season and determined to play a major role in what could become a historic summer for the Three Lions.

JUNE 4 • ROTOWIRE

Reborn at Barcelona, should start Rashford has been named in England's World Cup squad after a stunning loan spell at Barcelona, arriving as one of the most in-form players in La Liga and a genuine starter candidat...

Impact Rashford wrapped up his loan spell at Barcelona with eight goals and nine assists in 32 La Liga appearances across 1,762 minutes, helping the club capture the league title while rediscovering the elite level of form that had gone missing during his difficult final stretch at Manchester United. The forward's resurgence has been one of the biggest storylines in European soccer this season, with his explosive pace, attacking intent and versatility across the front line reestablishing him as the game-changing threat he once was. Rashford heads into the World Cup playing some of the best soccer of his career and carrying the confidence to make a major impact for England on the biggest stage this summer, while Cole Palmer's absence is expected to open the door for him to claim a starting spot in the attack.

JUNE 4 • ROTOWIRE

Pushing for larger role Garcia has been named in Spain's World Cup squad after winning La Liga with Barcelona as their undisputed first-choice goalkeeper and established himself as one of the most excitin...

Impact Garcia ended a breakthrough season as Barcelona's starting goalkeeper, making astonishing saves throughout a La Liga title-winning campaign while conceding just 35 goals across all competitions, with analysts ranking him above both David Raya and Unai Simon in several key metrics including save success rate, pass accuracy and long ball accuracy. Despite leading all three Spanish goalkeepers in those key statistical categories, his relative lack of international experience weighs against him in manager De la Fuente's assessment, leaving him as the third option heading into a tournament where his quality demands a stronger argument for a starting role. Garcia heads into the World Cup with enormous talent, a league title and the burning desire to prove he belongs ahead of both of his rivals in the national team pecking order.

JUNE 4 • ROTOWIRE

Supersub role for Spain Torres has been named in Spain's World Cup squad and is expected to play a key rotational role off the bench throughout the competition, providing manager De la Fuente with a direc...

Impact Torres ended the season with Barcelona having contributed 16 goals and two assists in 33 La Liga appearances in a regular starter role at club level, continuing to demonstrate his quality as a reliable and dangerous wide forward. The Spaniard brings pace, directness and a clinical instinct in front of goal that makes him a dangerous impact option from the bench, and his ability to operate across the front line gives manager De la Fuente tactical flexibility in the later stages of matches. Torres heads into the World Cup motivated to make the most of every opportunity that comes his way and prove he can be a match-winner for Spain at the tournament.

JUNE 4 • ROTOWIRE

Set to start in defense Cubarsi has been named in Spain's World Cup squad and is expected to form the first-choice central defensive partnership alongside Aymeric Laporte throughout the competition.

Impact Cubarsi ended an extraordinary season at just 19 years old, making 48 appearances across all competitions for Barcelona and contributing one goal as part of a La Liga title-winning side that conceded just 28 goals throughout the campaign. The teenage center-back brings composure on the ball, aerial ability and a maturity completely uncharacteristic of his age, having already established himself as one of the best defenders in world football despite still being a teenager. Cubarsi heads into the World Cup as one of the most exciting young players in the tournament and a potential cornerstone of Spain's defensive line for the next decade.

JUNE 4 • ROTOWIRE

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2026 World Cup Power Rankings: Every Team Ranked From 48 to 1

Why Barcelona Is 'Worried About Lamine Yamal' Ahead Of World Cup With Spain

Atletico Madrid Mocks Real Madrid's Bid For Striker Julian Alvarez

Julián Alvarez's Agent Responds To Real Madrid, Barcelona Transfer Speculation

Real Madrid Asks UEFA To Strip Barcelona Of Titles Over Corruption Scandal

From Barcelona To Inter Miami: Mapping Lionel Messi's Career Evolutions

Anthony Gordon Shares Marcus Rashford's Advice After Barcelona Transfer

Spain Boss Says Lamine Yamal Was 'Born for This,' Compares Him To Lionel Messi