World Cup 2026 build-up, transfer news, and Lionesses coverage: football live updates
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Summary
A live blog-style football news roundup covering World Cup 2026 build-up, including an interactive guide with 1,248 players and a bracket to predict England's elimination stage. Features analysis of recent friendlies, player spotlights on Luka Modric and Mikel Oyarzabal, and a transfer update about Andoni Iraola joining Liverpool.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledThe World Cup 2026 guide covers 1,248 players and pairs with an interactive, clickable bracket to estimate England's likely stage of elimination.
The countdown is six days and 11 hours before the tournament begins with Group A's Mexico vs South Africa match.
It also references a transfer-related update involving Andoni Iraola joining Liverpool.
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