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FIFA has confirmed that the official group stage draw for the 2026 FIFA World Cup will now be held in Washington DC, moving the event from its originally planned location in Las Vegas. The global football governing body made the announcement via its official website, revealing that the prestigious ceremony will take place at the […]
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FIFA has confirmed the officiating teams for Algeria’s upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifying fixtures against Botswana and Guinea, set to take place in September. The Desert Foxes will first host Botswana on 4 September at the Hocine Aït Ahmed Stadium in Tizi-Ouzou. Burundian referee Pacifique Ndabihawenimana has been appointed to take charge of the match. […]
Raja Casablanca have lifted their transfer ban after settling 36 domestic and international disputes, paying over $8 million in the process. The Moroccan giants confirmed that the cases involved FIFA rulings, local complaints, official warnings, and contract terminations. Club officials described the resolution as a pivotal step in restructuring ahead of the 2025/26 season. In an […]
Former France international of Malian descent Lassana Diarra is currently seeking a €65 million in compensation from the world football governing body (FIFA) and Belgian federation in a legal battle. The former Real Madrid and Paris Saint Germain star won a significant legal battle against FIFA and the Belgian Federation at the Court of the […]
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has issued a strong condemnation of the racist abuse targeted at Ghana and AFC Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo during Friday’s Premier League fixture against Liverpool at Anfield. The incident, which forced a temporary stoppage in the match, has drawn widespread outrage across the football world. Infantino described the abuse as “absolutely […]
President of the Ghana Football Association Kurt E.S Okraku says the Black Stars remain on track for 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification. Having missed out on 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), the West African giants has shifted their focus on the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, which resumes in September with upcoming matches against Chad […]
Benin head coach Gernot Rohr has urged FIFA to take swift action over South Africa’s alleged fielding of an ineligible player during a 2026 World Cup qualifying match, warning that the integrity of Group C could be compromised if the matter is left unresolved before the final fixtures. The dispute centres on Teboho Mokoena’s participation […]
Morocco head coach Mohamed Ouahbi says his side is ready for any opposition ahead of the FIFA U20 World Cup in Chile. The North African country has been paired with Brazil, Mexico, and Spain in Group C. In an interview with FIFA.com, Ouahbi was optimistic: “We have a clear playing identity, tactical discipline, and technical quality,” […]
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has hailed Morocco’s remarkable strides in football infrastructure, saying the country has firmly established itself within the “global football elite.” Speaking to reporters during the royal reception for Throne Day, hosted by King Mohammed VI, Infantino praised Morocco’s visionary leadership and commitment to advancing football on the world stage. “Under His […]
Niger has formalised a landmark partnership with FIFA aimed at promoting football in schools, signing a memorandum of understanding on Saturday, July 26, in Rabat, Morocco, as part of the global governing body’s “Football for Schools” pilot programme. Selected alongside the Central African Republic to lead the initiative in Africa, Niger is set to become […]
