World Cup 2026: Belgian winger Jérémy Doku ruled out of Iran clash after illness setback
Belgium will be without Belgian winger Jérémy Doku for Sunday’s World Cup meeting with Iran after the attacker suffered a...
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World Cup 2026: Iran coach Amir Ghalenoei insists focus remains on football amid global attention
Iran head coach Amir Ghalenoei has stressed that his team’s focus at the 2026 World Cup remains firmly on football,...
World Cup 2026: Iran warns it could abandon matches over political protests
Iran’s Sports Minister Ahmad Donyamali has stirred debate ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after suggesting that the Iranian...
The fixture of the 2026 FIFA World Cup between Egypt and Iran is reportedly set to be staged under highly...
Iran granted U.S. visas ahead of World Cup 2026 amid diplomatic tensions
Iran’s national team has received visas to enter the United States ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, ending uncertainty...
World Cup 2026: Group G full fixture guide, team analysis and qualification predictions
Group G at the 2026 FIFA World Cup is shaping up as one of the most balanced sections of the...
Egypt seek to make history as Pharaohs return to the 2026 World Cup
Egypt will return to football’s biggest stage in 2026 carrying both history and ambition as they prepare for their fourth...
Mexico to host Iran during 2026 FIFA World Cup
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has confirmed that Mexico will host Iran’s national team during the 2026 FIFA World Cup after...
Iran’s 2026 World Cup participation thrown into doubt as US delay visas
Iran’s participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup has been plunged into uncertainty just weeks before the tournament begins, with...
Iran FA chief: We risk losing a major diplomatic gain over potential 2026 World Cup boycott
Iran Football Federation president Mehdi Taj says the Asian nation risk losing a major diplomatic gain over potential 2026 World...
Iran tables key demands before FIFA ahead of 2026 World Cup
Iran has confirmed its intention to participate in the 2026 FIFA World Cup despite growing political tensions surrounding the tournament....
Gambia set for historic Iran friendly, line up two more games to mark Independence Stadium return
The Gambia Football Federation (GFF) has announced a landmark international friendly against Asian giants Iran, with the Scorpions set to...
FIFA rules out replacing Iran at 2026 World Cup
FIFA has reportedly made no plans to replace Iran at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, despite growing political speculation surrounding...
Iran weigh World Cup withdrawal as government sets conditions for participation
A surprising shift has emerged in the stance of Iran national football team regarding the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with...
Iran yet to confirm World Cup participation amid surprise squad announcement
Uncertainty continues to surround Iran national football team and its participation in the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, despite a...
Infantino confirms Iran’s World Cup participation despite ongoing conflict
Gianni Infantino has reaffirmed that Iran will take part in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, despite the country’s ongoing conflict...
FIFA president Gianni Infantino stands firm as Iran faces 2026 World Cup standoff
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has reiterated the organization’s firm stance on Iran’s participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, amid...
Moses Simon and Akor Adams score to power Nigeria to see off Iran in 2-1 win
Nigeria secured a 2-1 victory over Iran national football team in an international friendly on Friday at the Mardan Sports...
Iranian players pay tribute to school bombing victims before Nigeria friendly
In a deeply moving gesture, Iran national football team players carried school bags during the national anthem before their friendly...
Nigeria defender Calvin Bassey pulls out of Super Eagles squad for Jordan, Iran friendlies
Nigeria have been dealt a significant setback ahead of their upcoming international friendlies in Turkey, with Calvin Bassey ruled out...