The Cultural Review

World Cup

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Dejected Italian football players standing on a dark pitch after a crucial World Cup qualification match loss, symbolizing a national sporting crisis.
Culture

Italy misses third straight World Cup after 2026 qualification failure

On March 31st, four-time World Cup champion Italy lost a playoff match to Bosnia and Herzegovina, ranked No.

Matteo Ricci·May 30, 2026
Thomas Tuchel announcing the England squad for the 2026 World Cup, with Ivan Toney's name prominently featured on the list.
Culture

Tuchel Names England Squad for 2026 World Cup

Despite playing only seven minutes of international football since Euro 2024, Ivan Toney has been named in Thomas Tuchel's 26-player England squad for the 2026 World Cup.

Matteo Ricci·May 22, 2026