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Austria World Cup 2026 team guide

Established squad stays true to Ralf Rangnick’s methods with Konrad Laimer and bright new talent Paul Wanner lending some star quality

Why preparation isn’t everything at a World Cup

From high-altitude training to made to measure kits, teams have resorted to all manner of things to adapt to conditions at the tournament

Reigning champion Tatjana Maria shocked by Queen’s wildcard snub

Tatjana Maria, the reigning Queen’s Club women’s champion, has revealed her shock at not receiving a wildcard to defend her title this week, suggesting winning last year’s tournament should command greater respect.

'Screaming girls chased me down the street': how we made Strictly Ballroom

'A big dude came up to me and said, “My wife dragged me kicking and screaming to see your movie – and it was the best thing she’s ever done”’

Lauren Hemp Confident Lionesses Will Bounce Back From Spain Hammering

European champions beaten 4-0 in Mallorca on Friday

Bayern's Best Ever? Harry Kane Enters Ballon d'Or Conversation Ahead of World Cup

The England captain has finally assumed his place at the pinnacle of the game – it has been a long road to this point.

Catch me if you can: Kimi Antonelli’s Monaco triumph rattles F1 rivals

Other drivers are trying to remain upbeat but the Italian is untouchable on present form, and his Mercedes team principal is in awe

Dalic admits Croatia’s World Cup opener against England ‘can destroy everything’

Croatia head coach says England game crucial to hopes

‘Brave when we needed to be’: McCullum hails England for leaving Ashes baggage behind

Coach impressed by response in win against New Zealand

How to win the World Cup

What does it actually take to win a World Cup? Talent? Tactics? A functioning democracy? Not necessarily.

Huge boost for WSL as Alexia Putellas agrees personal terms with London City

Spanish great moving to England after 14 years at Barça