Morocco’s AFCON success positions kingdom for 2030 World Cup, says Arab Union
Morocco has received widespread recognition for its organisation of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), with the Arab Union...
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Algeria: Houssam Aouar absence confirmed as precaution ahead of 2026 World Cup
Houssam Aouar withdrew from Algeria’s squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco due to a sudden...
FIFA opens Priority Visa system for World Cup 2026 ticket holders
▪︎ FIFA World Cup 2026™ ticket holders can now access priority visa interview appointments ahead of the tournament ▪︎ Voluntary,...
IFAB blocks Arsene Wenger offside idea and opens door to VAR corner reviews for 2026 World Cup
Football’s lawmakers have effectively shelved Arsene Wenger’s radical offside proposal but agreed a series of other key changes that could...
Tunisia announces four friendlies ahead of 2026 World Cup
Tunisia will face a challenging set of international friendlies as it prepares for the 2026 World Cup, aiming to fine-tune...
Morocco face stumbling block in hosting 2030 World Cup final after chaotic scenes in AFCON 2025 final
Morocco are facing a stumbling block in their quest to host the 2030 FIFA World Cup final after a chaotic...
Claude Leroy backs calls to boycott 2026 World Cup over US policy
Veteran football coach Claude Leroy has publicly supported calls to boycott the 2026 World Cup, criticising US President Donald Trump...
Morocco forward Hamza Igamane doubtful for World Cup after ACL injury at AFCON 2025
Morocco forward Hamza Igamane is a major doubt for the upcoming 2026 World Cup tournament to be staged in the...
FIFA plans major rule changes to stop time wasting before World Cup
FIFA and football’s lawmaking body IFAB are preparing a sweeping package of new laws and technologies aimed at reducing time...
FIFA under fire over World Cup 2026 visa crisis
A new US decision to suspend immigration visa processing for citizens of 75 countries, including some qualified nations, has sparked...
Africa Cup of Nations good preparation for upcoming World Cup – Egypt coach Hossam Hassan
Egypt coach Hossam Hassan insists the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations is a good experience for the upcoming 2026 World...
US exempts major sporting events from visa ban, tourist visas for fans remain unaffected
The United States government has clarified that its latest visa restrictions will not affect tourist visa applications for football fans...
Over 500 million ticket requests as FIFA World Cup 2026™ random selection draw closes
Over 500 million ticket requests submitted as FIFA World Cup 2026™ Random Selection Draw application period concludes ● Applications received...
I wish Morocco success in hosting the 2030 World Cup – Egypt FA president Hani Abu Rida
President of the Egyptian Football Association, Hani Abu Rida has wished Morocco well in the hosting of the 2030 World...
Former PSL trainer Brandan Truter prefers local coach for South Africa ahead of 2026 World Cup
Former Moroka Swallows and AmaZulu coach Brandan Truter is advocating for the appointment of a local coach ahead of the...
FIFA and TikTok reach first-of-its-kind Preferred Platform agreement to enhance coverage of FIFA World Cup 2026™
▪︎ New concept will elevate access, opportunities and promotion of original content for fans as part of FIFA’s strategy to...
FIFA to deploy AI-generated 3D player avatars at 2026 World Cup to refine offside calls
FIFA plans to introduce AI-enabled 3D avatars of every player at the 2026 World Cup as part of efforts to...
DR Congo coach Sebastien Desabre turns attention to crucial World Cup playoff after AFCON 2025 elimination
Head coach of DR Congo Sebastien Desabre has shifted his focus to the upcoming 2026 World Cup playoff following their...
Egypt line up high-profile pre-World Cup friendlies against Spain, Brazil and two others
The Egyptian Football Association has lined up a high-profile friendly matches ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup tournament, to...
France coach Didier Dechamps spies World Cup opponent Senegal at AFCON 2025
France head coach Didier Dechamps has been monitoring their 2026 World Cup group opponent, Senegal at the ongoing 2025 Africa...