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FIFA under pressure as US blocks Iranian delegation from attending World Cup event
Sports experts warn that if the situation is not resolved, it could undermine Iran’s full participation in the 2026 FIFA…
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Ranking the contenders to replace Victor Osimhen for Nigeria
With Nigeria’s qualification hopes precariously balanced on a knife-edge, the looming October battles against Lesotho and Benin couldn't be more…
How we attacked one another spiritually, physically at 2010 World Cup – Ex Eagles, Lukman
Haruna, who was one of the youngest players in the squad at the time, disclosed that the team was plagued…
President Tinubu wants to see the Super Eagles at the World Cup finals – NSC
this end, the Federal Government through the National Sports Commission (NSC), has set in motion plans and programs that will…
From 1994 to today: Esangbedo’s First Time FIFA World Cup Episodes captures Nigeria’s World Cup journey
The May 2025 release arrives at a time of growing national concern, as Nigeria’s Super Eagles face an uphill task…
Flawless streak continues: Ancelotti’s Brazil qualify for every World Cup In history
After a goalless debut under Ancelotti against Ecuador last week, Brazil bounced back with a crucial win thanks to a…
World Cup: No guarantee for players’ bonus, says Infantino
FIFA will pay out $110 million in total prize money to the 32 teams at the 2023 World Cup, a…
Record-breaking World Cup goalkeeper Antonio Carbajal dies
“Tota”, as Carbajal was known, appeared in goal for Mexico at the World Cups in Brazil 1950, Switzerland 1954, Sweden…
Legendary World Cup scorer Just Fontaine is dead
Fontaine was a prolific striker in his club career, scoring 259 goals in 283 matches. He was a key member…
Neymar hints at playing at 2026 World Cup
Neymar will be a 34-year-old when the 2026 World Cup starts in the United States, Mexico and Canada.
Ronaldo will not promote Saudi Arabia’s bid for World Cup – Al Nassr FC
Reports suggested Ronaldo’s agreement included an additional bonus to act as an ambassador for Saudi Arabia’s World Cup bid, with…
World Cup Without Beer
Nobody should expect to see me near Qatar in this period of the FIFA World Cup lasting from November 20…
Tammy Abraham, Tomori miss out as England unveils World Cup squad
Chelsea's Conor Gallagher is the other surprise inclusion in the 26-man group, with in-form Newcastle striker Callum Wilson and Arsenal…
FIFA president meets Trump to discuss 2026 World Cup
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has met U.S. President Donald Trump to discuss preparations for the 2026 World Cup, the global…
World Cup: Nigeria get red card, France win
France broke the Super Falcons super defence after converting a penalty awarded when Ngozi Ebere fouled a player in the…