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World Cup Qualifiers and Historical Football Ball
The World Cup 2026 knockout stage format was detailed, while a historical football ball from the 1540s is set to be used in Scotland's game against Brazil. The ball, discovered in Stirling, will add cultural significance to the match.
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BBC News
The ball, which is believed to date from between 1540 and 1570, was discovered in Stirling in the 1970s.
2026-06-23 22:00 UTC
Al Jazeera
The 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout stage format, criteria and rules for qualification. Find out who's in and who's out.
2026-06-24 03:30 UTC