World Cup 2026: Xavi names five favourites to win trophy

Author: Don SilasPublished on: April 27, 2026Country: Nigeria

Sports

World Cup 2026: Xavi names five favourites to win trophy

Former Barcelona manager, Xavi Hernández, has named five teams that can win the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Speaking on Romario’s YouTube channel, he identified Brazil, Spain, France, Portugal, and Argentina as the favorites. Xavi emphasized that Brazil, under Ancelotti's management, has strong players and a rich World Cup history. He also noted that Germany is less favored and that England could make a significant run.

Stay informed with NewsBoulevard

Get the latest news summaries delivered to your inbox

Related News

Hakimi Returns to Full Fitness Ahead of Champions League Semi-Final Against Bayern Munich

SportsFrance

Chaimae Bouaichi•10m ago

Hakimi Returns to Full Fitness Ahead of Champions League Semi-Final Against Bayern Munich

Achraf Hakimi has been declared fit to play for Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League semi-final against Bayern Munich. After being substituted at halftime during a match against Angers due to a minor injury, he has made a swift recovery and is expected to participate in the team's final training sessions. With Hakimi, along with Nuno Mendes and Vitinha also nearing full fitness, PSG approaches the match with confidence and a nearly complete squad.

Rigobert Song is close to a new coaching position

SportsCongo

afrik-foot.com•11m ago

Rigobert Song is close to a new coaching position

Rigobert Song, former coach of Cameroon, is in talks to become the new head coach of the Congo national team, currently ranked 133rd in the world. After a period of inactivity since January 2024, he could officially take on this new role in the coming days. His previous attempt with the Central African Republic failed due to the federation's preference for another coach.

Anthony Joshua to fight Tyson Fury in November: Hearn

SportsUnited Kingdom

aljazeera.com•37m ago

Anthony Joshua to fight Tyson Fury in November: Hearn

Former heavyweight world champions Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury will finally clash later this year, as announced by promoter Eddie Hearn. Joshua, who has not fought since a serious car crash last December, will return to the ring against Kristian Prenga in Riyadh on July 25. The fight, billed as 'The Comeback', will be broadcast live worldwide on DAZN.

Stay Updated with NewsBoulevard

Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest news summaries delivered to your inbox

Learn more