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FIFA President Gianni Infantino announced that Iran's national football team will compete in the upcoming World Cup, with all matches scheduled to take place in the United States as planned. Despite safety concerns, the tournament will proceed as originally arranged.
Ghana has parted ways with head coach Otto Addo just 72 days before the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The decision follows a series of disappointing results, including a recent defeat to Germany.
The Jamaica national football team edged past New Caledonia with a 1-0 win, setting the stage for a playoff final against DR Congo, who stand between them and another World Cup appearance.
The men’s national football team of Iran is conducting a closed training camp in Turkey in preparation for their upcoming World Cup warm-up matches amid rising regional tensions. Media access has been significantly limited to minimize distractions.
Orlando City has secured the signature of French forward and World Cup champion Antoine Griezmann. The 35-year-old has signed a two-year contract, with additional options for the subsequent season.
The Football Supporters Europe (FSE) has lodged a formal complaint with the European Commission, challenging FIFA regarding what they term excessive ticket prices for the upcoming World Cup finals. The lawsuit claims that fans are facing unfair purchasing conditions due to FIFA's monopoly on ticket sales.
Despite ongoing regional tensions and security issues, Iran's national football team is still anticipated to compete in the forthcoming FIFA World Cup, according to the Asian Football Confederation (AFC). This follows remarks from US President Trump regarding the potential risks for the team.
Iran's sports minister has declared that the national football team may not participate in the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the US following the recent killing of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei by American forces. Security concerns have been cited as the primary reason for this potential withdrawal.
Graham Arnold, Iraq's coach, is advocating for a postponement of their World Cup playoff set for this month in Mexico due to concerns over travel disruptions caused by the ongoing conflict in Iran. The coach fears that this could prevent the full team from competing.
The FIFA has officially begun ticket sales for the upcoming intercontinental play-off tournament for the 2026 World Cup, featuring the Democratic Republic of Congo among the contenders while Nigeria's absence persists amid ongoing disputes over player eligibility.
The Nigeria Football Federation has refuted assertions that the national team has lost its chance to qualify for the upcoming FIFA World Cup, clarifying that no formal communications have been received from FIFA regarding this issue.
Harry Maguire's chances of participating in the forthcoming World Cup are in jeopardy after a Greek court affirmed his assault conviction from a 2020 incident in Mykonos. The Manchester United defender had sought to overturn the ruling but faced rejection.
The Super Eagles of Nigeria will miss the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, which is set to be held in the USA, Canada, and Mexico. FIFA has officially confirmed DR Congo will represent Africa after Nigeria's complaint regarding ineligible players was dismissed.
President Donald Trump has expressed indifference regarding Iran's potential boycott of the 2026 World Cup, highlighting the ongoing tensions in the Middle East. Amid recent military strikes, Iran's football participation remains uncertain as they have qualified for their fourth consecutive tournament.
Cristiano Ronaldo will undergo urgent medical tests to assess the severity of a muscle injury sustained during Al Nassr's recent match against Al-Fayha. The incident has raised concerns among Portugal fans just months before the World Cup.
