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Brazil humiliated 4-1 by Argentina

The world champions become the first South American team to qualify for the 2026 World Cup

James, Eze open England accounts in win over Latvia

Eze comes off the bench and his deflected shot makes the score 3-0 in the 76th minute

Tuchel's England up and running as Lewis-Skelly scores on debut

The Arsenal left back, who was handed a first cap in Tuchel's maiden game in charge, slotted home in the 20th minute at a packed Wembley en route to a 2-0 win over Albania

Japan sets sights on World Cup success after 2026 ticket secured

A 2-0 win over Bahrain sees Japan become the first nation to book their place at the 2026 finals alongside co-hosts the United States, Canada and Mexico

Kamada, Kubo strike as Japan qualify for World Cup

Crystal Palace midfielder Kamada comes off the bench to put Japan in front in the 66th minute

Martinez ruled out of Argentina squad for WC qualifiers

A hamstring injury means the striker will miss upcoming matches against Uruguay and Brazil

FIFA to consider 64 teams for 2030 World Cup

The World Cup has already been expanded from 32 to 48 teams for next year’s edition in the US, Mexico and Canada

Croatia through after draw with Belgium