Research published in 2024 found that major sporting tournaments — like the World Cup — may be associated with "increased birth rates".
Kylian Mbappe celebrates after scoring Real Madrid's third goal in their 3-2 win over Borussia Dortmund in the quarter-finals of the Club World Cup
Gonzalo Garcia gives Real Madrid the lead
Young striker Gonzalo Garcia scored his fourth goal of the Club World Cup and Kylian Mbappe his first as Real Madrid beat Borussia Dortmund 3-…
Germany midfielder Joshua Kimmich said the Nations League will allow his side to assess their development ahead of the World Cup
Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo has made the squad despite struggling with muscle injuries in recent weeks
Spain's midfielder Mikel Merino fights for the ball with Germany's midfielder Florian Wirtz at Euro 2024
The Nations League semi-finals start on Wednesday with Germany, Spain, France and Portugal seeking to fine tune their sides with the World Cup…
Lamine Yamal is included in the Spain squad that will take on the Netherlands in the Nations League quarter-finals
Thomas Tuchel will start his reign as England boss in Group K of 2026 World Cup qualifying