FIFA has rejected Iran’s request to relocate its 2026 World Cup matches from the United States to Mexico, citing logistical challenges despite rising geopolitical tensions and security concerns. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum confirmed that the matches will proceed in the United States as originally scheduled, reinforcing FIFA’s position on maintaining the tournament structure. FIFA President …
As anticipation builds across continents and football fever intensifies, the world counts down to the most expansive edition of the global game’s biggest stage—the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The tournament runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026, and will be jointly hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, marking a historic first for …
The Nigeria national football team, the Super Eagles, have begun full preparations in Antalya, Turkey, with 21 players now in camp ahead of upcoming international friendlies against Iran national football team and Jordan national football team. According to reports, the squad continues to grow as more players arrive to join the early arrivals who opened …
In a move that has sent shockwaves across African football, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has stripped Senegal of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title and awarded it to Morocco months after the final was played. The ruling, following Morocco’s appeal over Senegal’s temporary walk-off during the chaotic January final, has ignited …
The Morocco national team has been declared champions of the 2026 Africa Cup of Nations after the Confederation of African Football (CAF) overturned Senegal’s January victory in the final. CAF’s appeals board ruled that Senegal “forfeited the final", turning their 1-0 extra-time win into a 3-0 default victory for host nation Morocco. The decision follows …
Nigeria’s Super Falcons have intensified preparations for their pre-Women Africa Cup of Nations friendlies against Cameroon. Captain Rasheedat Ajibade arrived in Yaoundé with 16 other players and immediately opened camp activities. The team will face the Indomitable Lionesses at the Military Stadium in Yaoundé on Saturday, 28 February, and Tuesday, 3 March. Both fixtures will …
Juventus are reportedly planning a €120 million bid to bring Victor Osimhen back to Serie A as they aim to reclaim domestic dominance, according to Italian media reports. The interest comes after the Nigerian striker praised the Turin club during a press conference ahead of their recent UEFA Champions League clash. Osimhen described Juventus as …
The government of Senegal has strongly criticised the decision of a Moroccan court to jail 18 Senegalese football supporters following disturbances at last month’s Africa Cup of Nations final. The supporters, who were arrested in Morocco after the January 18 final of the Africa Cup of Nations, were accused of violence against security forces and …
The 2026 football calendar is barely underway, yet the managerial carousel is already spinning at full speed. Across Europe’s elite leagues, impatience has become the dominant currency. Reputation offers no shield. Silverware provides no immunity. Even long-term “projects” now operate on short-term tolerance. In just weeks, five high-profile managers have lost their jobs, each exit …
Arsenal’s lead at the top of the Premier League table has been reduced to four points following a dramatic 3–2 defeat to Manchester United on Sunday evening. The Gunners went into the clash aware that key title rivals Manchester City and Aston Villa had already secured victories earlier in the weekend. City recorded a 2–0 …
