Tag: 2026 World Cup
World Cup Shock: US bars CAF Referee of the Year Omar Artan from making history
No official reason has been given by US immigration authorities for denying him entry, while FIFA had also not issued…
Tuchel puts Bellingham on notice: Fight for your England shirt
“These roles can always change, but at the moment I think there are 14 or 15 proper starters and Jude…
World Cup security scare as nine injured in mass shooting near England camp
The shooting occurred around 4 a.m. on Saturday on Troost Avenue, Kansas City, just days before the England squad is…
Ex-Bafana coach: South Africa scared of big teams before World Cup
“I’m deeply disappointed — not just with the Nicaragua game, but with the whole approach. We played a team ranked…
15 Iranian officials denied visas for 2026 World Cup
This is not the first visa dispute. Similar issues arose ahead of the tournament draw in late 2025, when Iran…
2026 World Cup: Scaloni gives update on Messi fitness
. “It’s possible he’ll play a few minutes in the friendlies. We’ll see whether that’s tomorrow’s game or the other…
Tuchel worried as England face World Cup pitch scare
"I saw a photo from a journalist which made me a little bit worried and concerned," Tuchel said.
FIFA introduces new water bottle rules for 2026 World Cup venues
“For the avoidance of doubt, reusable water bottles may not be brought into the stadium,” the revised code states.
FULL LIST: Ancelotti tops highest-paid coaches at 2026 World Cup
The former Real Madrid manager leads a list dominated by coaches from football's traditional powerhouses, according to salary figures released…
2026 World Cup’s most expensive squads revealed
France leads the pack with a jaw-dropping squad value of £1.32 billion, eclipsing every other nation. Kylian Mbappé headlines the…
2026 World Cup: Mexico risks FIFA sanctions over fans’ anti-gay chant
The one-word slur, commonly shouted when an opposing goalkeeper takes a goal kick, has gone viral at past World Cups…
Protesting teachers topple player statues in Mexico ahead of World Cup
Protesting teachers in Mexico City brought down towering football player statues on Tuesday, warning of escalating demonstrations ahead of the…
Semenyo sends warning to World Cup rivals: ‘Ghana ready to compete with the best’
“I feel like watching Ghana play in the World Cup was so special. Mum, dad, uncles, aunties, cousins all turn…
Argentina squad for 2026 World Cup announced: Did Messi make the list after injury scare?
The defending champions will head into the tournament with a strong squad as they prepare to protect the title they…
Meet the teenage Barcelona talent set to carry Egypt’s World Cup hopes
At Barcelona, club officials reportedly view him as a long-term centre-forward capable of complementing the emerging generation around Lamine Yamal,…