Iranian Team Responds to Controversy THE Iran national football team has responded decisively to recent controversy surrounding the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting that neither the United States nor any other nation can prevent its participation. The comments follow warnings from former U.S. President Donald Trump, who raised concerns over Iran’s involvement citing geopolitical tensions […]
By TAYO TAIWO (T. T.) OLUWOLE THE 2026 FIFA World Cup draw, held in Washington, D.C., has revealed the 12 groups for the expanded 48-team tournament, set to take place from 11 June to 19 July across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Group A features Mexico alongside South Africa, South Korea, and a yet-to-be-decided […]
By AUGUSTUS ISICHEI WITH the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) just weeks away, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) is moving quickly to rebuild the Super Eagles’ morale after their painful failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. A senior NFF official stated that the federation recognises the psychological impact of the World Cup […]
By TAYO TAIWO (T.T.) OLUWOLE FIFA has confirmed the matchups for the 2026 World Cup Intercontinental Play-Offs, unveiling the final pathway for teams vying for the last two tickets to the expanded 48-team tournament, co-hosted by the U.S., Canada and Mexico. The draw, conducted on Thursday, produced two brackets—Path A and Path B—each consisting of […]
TUNISIA have officially qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, becoming the second African nation to book their place at the global showpiece after Morocco. The Carthage Eagles sealed their qualification in dramatic fashion on Monday, thanks to a last-minute goal from Mohamed Ali Ben Romdhane, who struck in the 94th minute to hand Tunisia […]