Iran Arrives in Mexico for World Cup Amid Visa Disputes and Squad Shakeup
Iran touched down in Tijuana with a 26-man squad built around Mehdi Taremi and Alireza Jahanbakhsh, but key staff were denied US visas just days before their Group G opener against New Zealand on June 15.
All-Brazilian Referee Team to Officiate 2026 FIFA World Cup Opening Match
A historic all-Brazilian refereeing trio has been appointed to officiate the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The curtain-raiser, scheduled to take...
AFC President Highlights Strong Foundation for Asian Football Success Ahead of 2026 World Cup
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has expressed strong confidence in the continent's readiness for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with AFC President Shaikh Salman...
Japan Aims for Historic Deep Run at 2026 FIFA World Cup as Samurai Blue Gear Up
Japan enters the 2026 FIFA World Cup with unprecedented momentum, as the 'Samurai Blue' targets a historic breakthrough beyond the Round of 16. Backed...
Top African Referee Omar Artan Denied US Entry, Misses World Cup
Prominent African football referee Omar Artan has been removed from the official list of match officials for the upcoming FIFA World Cup after being...
