Iranian winger Mehdi Torabi could face uncertainty over the remainder of his FIFA World Cup campaign after his United States visa expired following the national team’s opening match of the tournament. According to reports from Iran’s state-run media on Tuesday, Torabi was issued a single-entry visa by US authorities,...
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Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha delivered a standout performance against Spain on Monday, making seven saves in a spirited display at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The veteran shot-stopper was called into action repeatedly as Spain dominated possession and created chances, but Vozinha stood firm to keep the Europeans at...
Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has called on Nigerian youths to actively participate in the country’s democratic process by registering to vote and obtaining their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs). Obi made the appeal in a message shared on his X handle on Monday, where he reflected...
Japan supporters once again earned global praise after cleaning up their section of the stadium following their 2-2 World Cup draw against the Netherlands in Texas on Sunday. Fans remained in the stands after the match, carefully collecting litter and placing it into blue plastic bags. According to 20-year-old...
Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has commended Nigerian music star Davido for using his global platform at the FIFA Club World Cup to draw attention to the country’s security challenges, particularly the plight of abducted schoolchildren. In a statement shared on his X handle, Obi said...
Marc Cucurella is set for a move to Real Madrid after a verbal agreement was reached for the Chelsea defender to join the Spanish giants following the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano reported that all parties involved, including the player, have agreed terms, paving the way...
Former presidential aide Reno Omokri has criticised Afrobeats star Davido for using an international platform to draw attention to the abduction of schoolchildren and teachers from Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, arguing that publicising such incidents could strengthen terrorist groups rather than pressure them. In a lengthy...
Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Davido used the global platform of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Countdown Concert to draw attention to the plight of abducted schoolchildren and teachers from Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State. During his performance at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on June 10, the...
Ahead of the 2026 World Cup, a new analysis has recorded the Instagram follower counts of all 1,244 players across all 48 World Cup squads, revealing which players and nations command the greatest social media — and what that reach is worth in estimated commercial earnings per sponsored post. HIGHLIGHTS You can...
Thousands of protesters blocked a major road leading to Azteca Stadium in Mexico City on Tuesday, just days before the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The demonstration, led by a faction of the CNTE teachers’ union, disrupted movement in the area for several hours as fans continued...
A Somali football referee celebrated as one of Africa’s finest match officials, Omar Abdulkadir Artan, has reportedly been denied entry into the United States despite travelling with a diplomatic passport ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. According to reports, Omar Abdulkadir Artan, 34, was stopped by immigration authorities...
Ten African countries have booked their places at the 202 FIFA World Cup, setting the stage for what promises to be a historic campaign for the continent on football’s biggest stage. The tournament, scheduled to kick off on June 11, 2026, will be jointly hosted by the United States,...
The friendly between Denmark and Ukraine in Odense was stopped on Sunday, June 7, 2026, after Christian Eriksen collapsed again on the pitch. It happened in the second half with Denmark leading 2–1. Eriksen went down around the 65th minute after appearing to clutch his chest. The stadium went...
When the FIFA World Cup finals kick off on June 11, Nigeria’s presence will be felt, but not as a competitor. Nigerian musician, Burna Boy, will headline the opening ceremony in a duet with Colombian superstar, Shakira, who will be performing at the opening of the global football fiesta...
Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappé has expressed a strong desire to share the pitch with two of football’s biggest names, Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar, at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, describing it as a dream scenario on football’s grandest stage. The French national team captain believes the upcoming tournament...
FIFA has cancelled World Cup tickets issued to about 60 fans after a website error mistakenly processed some purchases for free. According to ESPN, the glitch occurred on FIFA’s official ticketing platform during checkout, allowing a small number of users to complete transactions without payment. The football governing body...
Nigerian football icon, Austin “Jay-Jay” Okocha remains the holder of the FIFA World Cup record for the most successful dribbles in a single match, more than three decades after setting the remarkable milestone. According to FIFA, Okocha completed an incredible 15 successful dribbles during Nigeria’s Round of 16 encounter...
United States authorities have announced a temporary ban on drone operations around stadiums and official fan zones during the FIFA World Cup scheduled to begin on June 11. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said the restriction will apply on match days, covering a three-nautical-mile radius around stadiums and extending...
Fresh fears have hit Brazil’s World Cup camp after Neymar Jr suffered another injury setback that could rule him out of the Seleção’s opening match against Morocco. Transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano, revealed that medical tests confirmed the Brazilian star will be sidelined for between two and three weeks, forcing...
United States (US) government has announced a temporary relaxation of its controversial visa bond policy for some football fans and participants attending the upcoming FIFA World Cup. Under President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown, applicants from about 50 developing nations were previously required to deposit between $5,000 and $15,000 before...