Iran participating in World Cup, FIFA president confirms
[ad_1] FIFA president Gianni Infantino. File | Photo Credit: Reuters FIFA president Gianni Infantino said Wednesday (April 15, 2026) that Iran will “for sure” participate in the 2026 World Cup despite the West Asia war. “Iran is coming for sure. We hope that by then the situation will be a peaceful situation, that would definitely […]
FIFA picks 52 referees for 2026 World Cup, including 2 women
[ad_1] FIFA referee Michael Oliver. Image for representation | Photo Credit: Reuters Two women will be among the record 52 referees officiating matches at the World Cup starting in two months. American Tori Penso and Mexican Katia Garcia were on the list of referees announced by global body football FIFA on Thursday (April 9, 2026) […]
FIFA World Cup 2026: All 48 teams confirmed, full groups revealed | Football News – The Times of India
[ad_1] The line-up for the FIFA World Cup 2026 is now complete, with all 48 teams confirmed following the final round of qualifiers and playoffs across continents.The last six spots were sealed in March, with Sweden, Turkey, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Czech Republic advancing through UEFA playoffs. Iraq and DR Congo grabbed the final two […]
Lionel Messi scores, assists in potential farewell Argentina home game, a 5-0 friendly win over Zambia
[ad_1] Argentina’s Lionel Messi celebrates with teammates after he scored the third goal against Zambia during a friendly match in Buenos Aires, Argentina, on March 31, 2026 | Photo Credit: AP In what was likely his final home appearance for Argentina’s national squad, Lionel Messi scored a goal and provided an assist in a 5-0 […]
Cristiano Ronaldo ‘not obsessed with 1,000th goal’, Martinez breaks silence | Football News – The Times of India
[ad_1] Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo (AP Photo/Armando Franca) Portugal national football team head coach Roberto Martinez has brushed aside claims that Cristiano Ronaldo is chasing the landmark of 1,000 career goals, insisting that the veteran forward remains driven by team success rather than individual milestones.Ronaldo, who has already netted over 950 goals across his career and […]
How Neymar can return to Brazil squad for FIFA World Cup 2026: Coach Carlo Ancelotti explains
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[ad_1] Neymar is once again absent from Brazil’s squad but coach Carlo Ancelotti has explained how the star footballer can return in time for the FIFA World Cup 2026. Neymar, one of the biggest footballers of the modern generation, is now in danger of missing the FIFA World Cup 2026 due to fitness and injury […]
WADA reportedly mulling move that could bar President Trump, US officials from LA Olympics and possibly FIFA World Cup
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[ad_1] President Donald Trump and other US officials could be barred from attending the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics and possibly even the FIFA World Cup later this summer if WADA has its way. Here’s how… The World Anti-Doping Agency could prevent US President Donald Trump and other officials belonging to the current administration from attending […]
Trump’s World Cup ‘safety’ warning sparks backlash as Iran questions USA’s credibility, FIFA stays mum
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[ad_1] FIFA remains missing as US President Donald Trump issues ‘safety’ warning to the Iranian football team ahead of the World Cup in the States and the Asian federation hits back at the politician. Iran football team has hit out at the United States of America (USA) President Donald Trump after the politician issued a […]
Trump tells Iran team to skip FIFA World Cup for ‘their own life and safety’
[ad_1] Iran’s flag is displayed on a screen during the draw for the 2026 FIFA Football World Cup. File | Photo Credit: AFP President Donald Trump suggested on Thursday (March 12, 2026) that Iran’s national soccer team should withdraw from the upcoming FIFA World Cup as a personal safety measure. Mr. Trump wrote on Truth […]
Iran says country can’t take part in FIFA World Cup 2026 because of U.S. attacks
[ad_1] Iran is scheduled to play in Inglewood, California, against New Zealand on June 15 and Belgium on June 21 before finishing group play against Egypt in Seattle on June 26. File | Photo Credit: Reuters Iran’s sports and youth minister said it’s “not possible” for the country to take part in the World Cup […]