French football manager and former player, at Lyon
England has opened its 2026 World Cup campaign with a 4-2 win over Croatia in Arlington, Texas, as Harry Kane scored twice and Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford added goals. Portugal drew 1-1 with DR Congo as Cristiano Ronaldo equalled a World Cup appearance record, and other group matches and warm-ups have produced mixed results ahead of group play this week.
Morocco has confirmed its 26-man squad for the World Cup under new coach Mohamed Ouahbi. The squad leans on European-born players, including five with links to Spain, and features Lille’s Ayyoub Bouaddi, whose eligibility was approved by FIFA this year. The Atlas Lions open in New Jersey on June 13 vs. Brazil, then face Scotland and Haiti in Group C.
Egypt has earned a 1-1 draw with Belgium in Group G after Emam Ashour's early strike was answered by an own goal from Egypt defender Mohamed Hany following Lukaku's late intervention. Salah starred for Egypt, while Shobeir produced key saves to keep the score level.