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/ 176 days ago

FIFA hits former World Cup host nation with sanction threatening qualification

Prior to the October international break, FIFA has hit a former World Cup host nation with a sanction that could end up jeopardizing its qualification to the tournament.
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/ 180 days ago

World Cup 2026: US president Donald Trump announces potential changes ahead of FIFA tournament

Donald Trump said there is a possibility of making significant changes ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026.
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/ 180 days ago

How many trophies has Sergio Busquets won? Complete trophy list with Barcelona, Inter Miami, and Spain

The question many fans immediately ask is: How many trophies has Sergio Busquets won in his career? The answer is as staggering as his impact on the pitch.
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/ 181 days ago

Lionel Messi’s Argentina to face Mexico and a CONCACAF side in friendlies one week before 2026 World Cup

One week prior to the beginning of the 2026 World Cup, Lionel Messi's Argentina will be clashing with both Mexico and another CONCACAF side.
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/ 182 days ago

World Cup 2026: FIFA presents three official mascots for the tournament

FIFA has unveiled the official mascots for the 2026 World Cup: Zayu for Mexico, Clutch for the United States, and Maple for Canada.
Julian Finney

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/ 182 days ago

FIFA and CONMEBOL summit in New York on 2030 World Cup: 64 teams and more matches in South America

FIFA is considering a radical expansion of the 2030 World Cup to 64 teams, doubling the matches to 128 in Spain, Portugal, Morocco, and South America.
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/ 182 days ago

Not even Cristiano Ronaldo managed it: Ousmane Dembele makes history with rare feat, joining Lionel Messi, Zinedine Zidane, and Ronaldinho among few

Ousmane Dembele’s latest triumph has elevated him into a club of only ten players in the history of the sport, a distinction so unique that even Cristiano Ronaldo, Johan Cruyff, and Ronaldo Nazario never touched it.
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/ 183 days ago

Ballon d’Or World Cup curse: Why Dembele’s win could be a nightmare for France, and a relief for Spain ahead of 2026

Ousmane Dembele’s Ballon d’Or win could be bad news for France, and at the same time, a boost for Spain heading into the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Julian Finney

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/ 184 days ago

FIFA considering historic rule change for penalty kicks after the 2026 World Cup

Pierluigi Collina has proposed ending follow-up chances on penalties, a change that could take effect after the 2026 World Cup in North America.
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/ 186 days ago

Two decades after Marco Materazzi incident: Zidane may appear at 2026 FIFA World Cup, but not with France

Now, remarkably, the Zidane name could return to the World Cup spotlight in 2026. This time, however, it might not be the legendary playmaker himself, but his son, Luca Zidane, who steps onto soccer’s grandest stage.
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/ 187 days ago

Brazil legend Ronaldo Nazario issues stern 10-word World Cup 2026 warning about Neymar to Carlo Ancelotti

This week, one of the nation’s most legendary figures delivered a 10-word message that has everyone talking, particularly when it comes to Neymar Jr.’s role at the tournament.
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/ 189 days ago

Spain in danger of skipping 2026 FIFA World Cup for bizarre reason? Even Lamine Yamal may be powerless to stop it

The reigning European champions are one of the early favorites to lift the trophy in North America next summer — yet their participation is suddenly shrouded in doubt.
Omar Vega

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/ 190 days ago

World Cup 2026: FIFA president Infantino unveils €300 million plan to support clubs

Gianni Infantino has announced a €300 million plan aimed at compensating clubs during the FIFA World Cup 2026.
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/ 190 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo gets reality check from Portugal icon ahead of 2026 World Cup: ‘He’ll eventually lose’

A legend of Portugal’s national team has shared his thoughts on Cristiano Ronaldo and his chances of making it to the Fifa World Cup 2026.
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/ 190 days ago

Former Lionel Messi teammate at Barcelona and World Cup champion retires at 31

At just 31 years old, a former Lionel Messi teammate at FC Barcelona and World Cup champion took the decision to retire from professional soccer.