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What's at stake on final day of Asian third-round qualifiers for 2026 FIFA World Cup?

Australia, Saudi Arabia, Palestine and Oman are all still looking to keep their World Cup dream alive on Tuesday.

Jun 9, 2025 · ESPN

Asian qualifying: Can Japan win the World Cup? Irvine the new Cahill?

After matchday eight of Asia's World Cup qualifiers, ESPN's writers answer the burning questions, provide analysis and break down the biggest performances across the continent.

Mar 26, 2025 · ESPN

Ranking 2026 World Cup national team contenders by talent

Who will win the 2026 World Cup? A team stacked with talent, surely. We've devised a way to rank countries by the talent in their squads.

Mar 21, 2025 · ESPN

Wataru Endo, Takefusa Kubo react to Japan's World Cup 2026 qualification

Japan became the first side to reach the 2026 World Cup, qualifying after beating Bahrain.

Mar 20, 2025 · ESPN

Kamada, Kubo strike as Japan become first nation to qualify for World Cup

VIDEO SHOWS: HIGHLIGHTS OF JAPAN PLAYING BAHRAIN IN A SOCCER WORLD CUP QUALIFIER

Mar 20, 2025 · ESPN