Tag: world cup
Iran makes U-Turn, intensify preparations for 2026 World Cup
Because of the situation, the Iranian football authorities are discussing with FIFA about possibly moving their matches to Mexico.
Nigeria’s D’Tigress show promise ahead of FIBA World Cup
Nigeria lost their final game 81–73 to Germany on Tuesday at the Villeurbanne Sports Arena. Despite the defeat, Wakama said…
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…
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.
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…
Why Nigeria ought to be at the World Cup – Dutch coach
According to him, the Super Eagles boast some of the most exciting attacking players on the African continent, footballers capable…
U.S. travel restrictions cast shadow over Nigerians’ World Cup plans
Nigeria’s difficulties are compounded by the Super Eagles’ failure to qualify directly for the World Cup. Still, supporters from qualified…
Breaking: Nigeria’s World Cup hopes revived as DR Congo face player eligibility probe
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has launched a probe into the eligibility of several DR Congo players used during the…
Controversy looms as FIFA introduces new VAR rule for 2026 mundial
Despite this rejection, FIFA is determined to push forward with the corner-kick checks at the World Cup. BBC Sport reports…
World Cup Miss: Mikel Obi points accusing finger at NFF
Speaking on his Obi One Podcast, the ex-Chelsea star expressed deep frustration, insisting that the problem lies not with the…
Country of 150,000 people makes history as tiny Curaçao qualifies for World Cup
He was not at the match for personal reasons. Advocaat has coached many national teams, including the Netherlands, South Korea,…
Peter Obi reacts to Super Eagles’ crash out of qualification for World Cup
The Super Eagles lost 3-2 to DR Congo during penalty shootout to lose the chance of proceeding to the next…
Countdown to Kickoff: Eagles, Panthers ready for World Cup showdown
The pay dispute that reared its head and knocked off Tuesday’s training session has been put to bed and the…
Play Offs: What Super Eagles will do differently to be at the World Cup – Coach Chelle
Nigeria missed out on automatic qualification after finishing second behind South Africa but now have another opportunity to book their…
Can Trump really move World Cup games? FIFA’s surprising answer
Host city agreements, such as Seattle’s, include clauses allowing FIFA to remove hosting rights if cities fail to meet safety…