Tag: FIFA
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…
World Cup Drama: Trump tells FIFA Iran can compete in US
Because of the war, there are doubts about whether Iran’s team will actually travel to the United States for the…
War: Iraq wants World Cup play-Off match postponed
Arnold and the Iraqi football federation are now asking FIFA to delay the match so the team can prepare properly…
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…
2026 World Cup: FIFA fixes May 30 deadline for submission of squad list
The confirmed squad deadline now provides national teams with a clear timeline as preparations continue for the global showpiece.
Heartbreak for Super Eagles fans as FIFA confirms DR Congo for Inter-Confederation Play-offs
This setup puts DR Congo just one match away from booking their ticket to the World Cup, where they will…
Breaking: FIFA delivers final Verdict on Super Eagles’ 2026 World Cup hopes
Nigeria had filed a formal protest following the decisive encounter, which finished 1–1 before being settled on penalties, with DR…
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…
Football Innovation: New VAR rules to be introduced at 2026 World Cup
This follows incidents like the Africa Cup of Nations final, delayed by a Senegal walk-off after Morocco received a late…
Why Nigeria Must Wait: Gaye explains FIFA’s late decision on DR Congo Case
These games are scheduled around the same time as the intercontinental playoff matches. Gaye reassured fans that Nigeria’s case should…
Super Eagles confirmed as FIFA releases participating teams
FIFA rules in Nigeria’s favour, the Super Eagles could yet receive a lifeline in the qualification race. However, for now,…
Headache for FIFA as Violence rocks 2026 World Cup host cities in Mexico
The 2026 edition will feature 48 national teams, including both men’s and women’s teams. The teams will compete in 12…
Countdown to Clarity: Nigeria, DR Congo brace for explosive FIFA verdict
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has formally challenged the eligibility of several Congolese players who featured in the decisive tie,…
Gusau urges integrity as Nigerian referees receive FIFA badges in Abuja
Among the 30 referees who received badges, four are futsal referees, four are beach soccer referees, eleven are assistant referees, while eleven
Nigeria Vs Dr Congo: FIFA set to deliver verdict
FIFA is set to announce its final decision on Monday, February 16, regarding Nigeria’s official protest against Democratic Republic of…