CAF president Motsepe proud of Somalia referee Omar Artan despite 2026 World Cup setback
CAF president Patrice Motsepe has expressed strong pride in Somali referee Omar Artan, describing him as a symbol of African...
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World Cup 2026: Morocco star Mazraoui racing against time to be fit for Brazil opener
Morocco international Noussair Mazraoui is in a race against time to regain full fitness ahead of the highly anticipated 2026...
World Cup 2026: We’ll compete for the title – Egypt star Omar Marmoush
Egyptian forward Omar Marmoush insists his outfit will compete for the 2026 World Cup title to be hosted across United...
World Cup 2026: Spain star Lamine Yamal returns to full-scale training ahead of Cape Verde opener
Spain international Lamine Yamal has returned to full team training, delivering a major boost to European giants’ preparations for the...
World Cup 2026: Moroccan referee Jalal Jiyed to officiate Germany-Curacao opener in Houston
FIFA has entrusted a Moroccan refereeing team, led by experienced international official Jalal Jiyed, with officiating duties for the Group...
World Cup 2026: Brazil FA boss Lula da Silva backs Selecao to edge Morocco in opener
Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) president Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva says he would be satisfied if his outfit even secure...
World Cup 2026: South Africa show positive spirit ahead of Mexico opener
South Africa have struck an upbeat and confident tone ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup opening clash against hosts...
World Cup 2026: Brazil star Neymar expected to miss opener against Morocco
Brazil’s hopes for a strong start to their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign have been dealt a major blow, with...
World Cup 2026: South Africa legend George Koumantarakis visits players ahead of Mexico opener
South Africa received an unexpected morale boost on matchday as former international striker George Koumantarakis paid a surprise visit to...
Spain’s preparations for their 2026 FIFA World Cup opener against Cape Verde have taken a notable tactical turn, with key...
BREAKING NEWS: US authorities deny Ivory Coast supporters visas for World Cup 2026
Ivory Coast travelling supporters have been denied visas by the United States ahead of the 2026 World Cup, according to the...
World Cup 2026: DR Congo back at the global stage after 52 years – a nation dares to dream again
For more than half a century, the Democratic Republic of Congo watched the FIFA World Cup from afar. Generations of...
World Cup 2026: Can Egypt finally make history at the global showpiece?
For a nation that has conquered Africa more than any other, the FIFA World Cup has long remained Egypt’s unfinished...
World Cup 2026: Visa issues force Ivorian supporters to cancel USA trip
Ivory Coast will be without the backing of hundreds of travelling supporters from home during the 2026 FIFA World Cup...
UEFA hands Somalia referee Omar Artan Super Cup appointment after World Cup setback
Somali referee Omar Artan has received a major vote of confidence from UEFA after being appointed to officiate the 2026...
World Cup 2026: Unbeaten Algeria send strong warning ahead of Argentina clash
Algeria head into the 2026 FIFA World Cup full of confidence after completing an unbeaten run in their pre-tournament preparations...
World Cup 2026: DR Congo depart for USA ahead of historic return to global stage
The Democratic Republic of Congo have departed for the United States ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup as the...
2026 World Cup: Ten African young stars poised to shine on global stage
A record ten African nations will take part in the 2026 World Cup for the first time, marking a historic...
Tyla to perform South African national anthem at 2026 World Cup opening ceremony
Renowned South African pop star Tyla will perform the national anthem of South Africa during the opening ceremony of the...
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has reacted to the controversy surrounding Somali referee Omar Artan, who was refused entry into the...