FourFourTwo magazine has launched its landmark World Cup issue, packed with exclusive interviews, historic features, and deep dives into the stories shaping the FIFA World Cup 2026 in North America.

The stars take centre stage

Jeremy Doku sits down with FFT in an exclusive interview, reflecting on his journey from wonderkid to senior leader. Now 24, the Belgium winger explains why he is ready to step up and carry his nation's hopes this summer.

Arsenal midfielder Mikel Merino also features in an exclusive chat. A teenager when Spain lifted the trophy in South Africa in 2010, Merino discusses the ambition to add a World Cup to Spain's Euro 2024 triumph.

Roberto Martinez offers a candid assessment of Cristiano Ronaldo, who at 41 is set to appear at a sixth World Cup — a record he will share with Lionel Messi. Martinez explains why Ronaldo remains indispensable to Portugal's campaign.

Messi himself is also in focus. FFT revisits the chaos of the Lusail Stadium in 2022, where Argentina claimed glory, and examines what the defending champions need to do to retain their crown.

France, Norway, and Brazil

Olivier Giroud speaks about Kylian Mbappe's partnership with Ballon d'Or winner Ousmane Dembele, and why the France duo can dominate in North America. Meanwhile, Erling Haaland heads to his first senior World Cup with Norway, with the Manchester City striker firmly focused on the Golden Boot.

Carlo Ancelotti's extraordinary shot at history is also examined — should he guide Brazil to the title, the Italian could stake a legitimate claim as the greatest manager the game has ever seen.

Memories and legends

Joe Cole and Ashley Cole revisit England's three World Cup campaigns together, a journey marked by high hopes and painful exits — including a haunting Ronaldo moment that still lingers.

Guus Hiddink recounts in his own words how he took South Korea to the semi-finals on home soil in 2002, just four years after his Netherlands side had beaten them 5-0 at France 98. Youri Djorkaeff answers reader questions on France's 1998 triumph, Zinedine Zidane, and a few surprises along the way.

The issue also celebrates the 1994 World Cup in the United States — the tournament that inspired the founding of FourFourTwo itself — and features a sit-down with New Zealand manager Darren Bazeley, who is targeting the All Whites' first-ever World Cup win.

African football in focus

Brandon Thomas-Asante discusses Coventry City's push for Premier League promotion and his decision to represent Ghana on the international stage — a story that will resonate deeply with African football fans ahead of the tournament.

The issue is available in print and digitally from Thursday, June 4, and comes with an A2 World Cup wallchart and four collector prints of past Golden Boot winners.