Tag: 2026 World Cup
From Senegal to South Africa: Full list of Africa’s 2026 World Cup teams
Fans will be hoping that at least one African team can go far, or even win the tournament, making history…
Czechia beat Denmark to secure first World Cup spot since 2006
Czechia had earlier beaten Ireland on penalties in the semifinals, while Denmark defeated North Macedonia 4-0 to reach the final.
Turkiye, Sweden seal 2026 World Cup spots, as Kosovo, Poland crash out
Turkiye defeated Kosovo 1-0 in Pristina to end a 24-year wait, qualifying for their first World Cup since 2002.
FIFA sets 26-player squad limit for expanded 2026 World Cup
The rule keeps the same squad size used in Qatar 2022, where the limit was temporarily raised from the traditional…
Iran to FIFA: Move our World Cup games out of the United States
“When Trump has explicitly stated that he cannot ensure the security of the Iranian national team, we will certainly not…
World Cup: FIFA sanctions Nigeria, DR Congo
Nigeria’s football authority, the Nigeria Football Federation, and the DR Congo Football Federation were found guilty of separate offences during…
Iran Dares Trump: ‘You don’t have the power to exclude us from the World Cup’
“The World Cup is a historic and international event and its governing body is FIFA — not any individual or…
BREAKING: Iran pulls out of the 2026 World Cup
However, Donyamali said there is no chance Iran will travel to the United States to play in the tournament.
CAF announces 2026 World Cup referee lineup — Surprises Inside
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced the African referees and video assistant referees (VAR) selected for the 2026…
Trump shrugs off Iran’s 2026 World Cup participation concerns
United States President Donald Trump has said he is unconcerned about whether Iran participates in the 2026 FIFA World Cup,…
2026 World Cup: Glimmer of hope for Super Eagles as Iran set to withdraw from mundial
Such a scenario may provide renewed hope for countries that narrowly missed out during the qualification process, including Nigeria’s Super…
World Cup in Mexico: FIFA dismisses Cartel violence, fans ‘have nothing to fear’
His comments come two days after the army killed Nemesio “El Mencho” Oseguera, head of the powerful Jalisco New Generation…
2026 World Cup: Super Eagles, FG reveal mood before crucial FIFA ruling
The Federal Government of Nigeria has expressed cautious optimism ahead of a crucial verdict expected from FIFA over the eligibility…
Iwobi gives update on Super Eagles’ 2026 World Cup fate
The Fulham midfielder expressed cautious optimism while reflecting on Nigeria’s current qualification situation, stressing that the players remain hopeful of…
W’Cup 2026 Miss: NFF mishandled Osimhen saga, cost us qualification — Babangida
Despite the failure, Babangida encouraged the NFF to continue giving Nigerian coaches opportunities. He suggested that local coaches can still…
2026 World Cup: FIFA confirms intercontinental Play-off draw
The two winners from Path A and Path B will complete the list of countries participating in the 2026 World…
2026 World Cup Playoff: Super Eagles arrive in Morocco
As of Sunday evening, seven players have reported to camp as preparations intensify for the decisive encounter. The early arrivals…
How FIFA’s stand on Israel could shape the 2026 World Cup
Infantino explained this after a meeting of FIFA’s ruling council, where the situation with Israel was not on the official…
FIFA faces global pressure after Trump’s World Cup threat
Trump’s warning hinges on safety. Yet, experts debate whether his concerns reflect genuine risk assessments or political posturing shaped by…
2026 WCQ: Tunisia joins Morocco to secure World Cup tickets
Mohamed Ali Ben Romdhane scored the winning goal in the 94th minute in Malabo. The result gave Tunisia 22 points…
Road to 2026 World Cup: Morocco, Egypt close in on qualification
qualifying campaign continues, attention will turn to the remaining fixtures, where both countries will aim to wrap up their qualification…
What Super Eagles must do to qualify for 2026 World Cup – Eguavoen
Former Super Eagles coach, Augustine Eguavoen, has expressed hope that Nigeria can still qualify for the 2026 FIFA World…
Can Nigeria Still Qualify for the 2026 World Cup?
Nigeria is regarded around the world as one of the heavy hitters of African football but missing out on two…
Why I want to play at another World Cup – Iwobi
The Super Eagles will open their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign against the Likuena of Lesotho on Thursday.
2026 World Cup qualifier: Super Eagles draw South Africa, Benin, three others
The Super Eagles will play in Group C and will meet a stiffer opposition from South Africa and Benin Republic.
2026 World Cup: FIFA confirms automatic entries for 3 countries
Historically, FIFA has granted host countries the ability to compete in the World Cup without having to compete in traditional…