Football
Trump says would be 'terrible mistake' to replace FIFA's Infantino
Trump's backing of Infantino contrasts with the response of US Soccer, which issued a statement critiquing the FIFA leader alongside Canada Soccer and football organizations in Central America and the Caribbean.
From Maradona to Messi: Bangladesh's enduring love for Argentina
Football fans in Dhaka display blue and white and murals of Lionel Messi everywhere, celebrating their unique bond with the South American giants.
July 18, 2026
Pakistan-manufactured official FIFA World Cup 2026 football showcased at UN event
Chairman of the Prime Minister's Youth Program, Rana Mashhood, represents Pakistan at the UN headquarters during the event titled, 'One World, One Game, One Goal: Football as a Catalyst for Youth Mental Health and Well-Being,' organized by the UN Youth Office in collaboration with FIFA.
July 18, 2026
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Norway stun Brazil 2-1 to reach World Cup quarter-finals
Erling Haaland scored twice as Norway sealed a stunning 2-1 upset over Brazil on Sunday to reach the World Cup quarter-finals.
July 5, 2026
Euphoric homecoming for Cape Verde after heroic World Cup defeat
Cape Verde national football team receives a rousing welcome at Paria airport, with thousands turing up to greet the team which returned home after a slim defeat to Argentine in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
July 5, 2026
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Football and the festival of joy: Karachi vendors stock up jerseys, scarves, shoes
Official football merchandise is out of reach for many young fans in Karachi. The Light House market fills the gap by offering affordable replica jerseys, turf shoes, socks, and scarves, providing everything needed to support a team at a lower cost.
June 18, 2026
World Cup set for kickoff after high ticket prices, visa issues dog buildup
The FIFA World Cup 2026 kicks off in Mexico with hosts Mexico facing South Africa at the iconic Azteca Stadium, launching the biggest-ever 48-team tournament amid excitement, record revenues, ticket-price criticism and political controversy.
June 11, 2026
Iran squad hand passports to US embassy for visa approval
The Iranian team is due to fly from Turkey to Spain on Saturday before traveling on to their base camp in Mexico, which has issued visas to the squad.
June 5, 2026
Alaba to leave Real Madrid after five years
Austrian defender David Alaba will leave Real Madrid at the end of the season when his contract expires, Los Blancos said Friday.
May 22, 2026
Iran says will play in World Cup, demands hosts accept conditions
The call comes after Canada refused entry to the federation's chief last month before the FIFA Congress because of his links to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC); Conditions include visas being granted and respect for the national team staff, the team's flag and its national anthem during the tournament, as well as demands for high security at airports, hotels, and routes to the stadiums.
May 9, 2026