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Last Updated:March 11, 2026, 09:31 IST The Iraqi team is encountering logistical challenges due to disruptions from the Iran war. Mexico, USA and Canada will co-host the FIFA World Cup 2026. (AFP Photo) Mexico’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has started issuing visas to players from Iraq’s national team ahead of the World Cup intercontinental qualifier…
Last Updated:March 04, 2026, 1:19 PM IST As the middle east plunges into a fresh crisis, there’s a possibility of Iran pulling out from this year’s FIFA World Cup scheduled to be co-hosted by USA, Canada and Mexico. Donald Trump isn’t worried about whether Iran will take part in the FIFA World Cup. (PTI Photo)…
Last Updated:January 05, 2026, 12:49 IST Fernando Muslera names Uruguay, Argentina and Spain as FIFA World Cup favourites, preferring Lionel Messi over Cristiano Ronaldo. Cristiano Ronaldo has reached 956 career goals. (AP Photo) Former goalkeeper Fernando Muslera has said that the top three favourites to win the upcoming FIFA World Cup are Uruguay, Argentina and…
Last Updated:November 13, 2025, 12:59 IST Messi, the 8-time Ballon d’Or winner, claimed the biggest prize in international football in Qatar 2022 and revealed that doubling down on the tally remains his biggest motivator. Lionel Messi, 2022 World Cup winner. (X) Argentine World Cup-winner Lionel Messi revealed that he’d prefer to win another FIFA WC…
Last Updated:November 12, 2025, 12:40 IST Angola and FIFA World Cup holders Argentina are slated to play an exhibition match at Angola’s 11 November Stadium, named after its independence day, on Friday. Lionel Messi. (AP Photo) Lionel Messi and World Champions Argentina football team, reigning world champions, are anticipated to be distinguished guests this week…
Last Updated:November 07, 2025, 3:07 pm IST Cristiano Ronaldo recently said he’s not worried about not winning the world cup as few matches won’t define his legacy. Lionel Messi (left) and Cristiano Ronaldo (AP Photo) Cristiano Ronaldo says he’s not losing sleep over potentially ending his playing career without winning the FIFA World Cup. Ronaldo…
Last Updated:October 15, 2025, 4:29 pm IST Bafana Bafana end a 16-year wait, qualifying for their fourth FIFA World Cup after a 3–0 win over Rwanda in Mbombela under Hugo Broos, sparking nationwide pride in South Africa. South Africa last appeared in the FIFA World Cup back in 2010, when they hosted the tournament (FIFA…
Last Updated:October 09, 2025, 11:39 PM IST FIFA President Gianni Infantino urges flexibility on World Cup timing as climate and fixture challenges grow, with Saudi Arabia set to host 2034. FIFA president Gianni Infantino (AP) FIFA President Gianni Infantino has urged the football world to keep an “open mind” about when future World Cups should…
Last Updated:June 08, 2025, 10:51 is Brazil goalkeeper Alisson Becker believes new manager Carlo Ancelotti’s full impact will be seen by the FIFA World Cup next year. Carlo Ancelotti is Brazil’s latest manager (AP Photo) Brazil goalkeeper Alisson Becker has mentioned that the influence of new manager Carlo Ancelotti might not be fully evident until…
Last Updated:May 10, 2025, 07:47 is The 2031 edition is expected to take place in the United States, sole candidate to host the tournament. Spain won the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup (AFP) The Women’s World Cup will be expanded from 32 to 48 teams, like the men’s competition, starting with the 2031 edition, FIFA…