Official: FIFA unveils “special” 2026 World Cup ball
FIFA has officially unveiled TRIONDA, the match ball for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, set to be staged across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The ball, revealed in New York on Thursday, was designed by German manufacturer Adidas, continuing a partnership that began in 1970. FIFA president Gianni Infantino expressed pride in the launch, […]
German media praise Liverpool’s Wirtz after free-kick masterclass
Liverpool star Florian Wirtz delivered another moment of brilliance as Germany secured a 3-1 win over Northern Ireland in the FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The 22-year-old midfielder, who joined Liverpool in a £116m summer move from Bayer Leverkusen, scored a spectacular free-kick to seal victory for Julian Nagelsmann’s side in Cologne. It was his eighth […]
John Stones withdraws from England squad ahead of World Cup Qualifiers
John Stones has pulled out of the England squad as a preventive measure. The Manchester City defender was expected to feature in England’s World Cup qualifiers against Andorra and Serbia. Contrastingly, national team manager Thomas Tuchel confirmed the setback during his press conference on Friday morning. “Unfortunately, John Stones [has] just left,” revealed Tuchel. “He […]
Northern Ireland top Group A as Germany stunned by Slovakia
Northern Ireland are sitting top of Group A after a dramatic opening round of World Cup qualifying. Group favourites Germany were stunned in Bratislava as Slovakia ran out 2-0 winners. David Hancko opened the scoring before Middlesbrough striker David Strelec sealed the victory with a superb finish after 55 minutes. The result left Julian Nagelsmann […]
Dalot withdraws from Portugal squad with muscle issue
Manchester United have confirmed Diogo Dalot has withdrawn from Portugal’s squad ahead of their World Cup qualifiers. The 26-year-old was set to feature against Armenia on Saturday and Hungary next Tuesday. However, Dalot suffered a setback during training with his national team. The Portuguese Federation revealed he is dealing with “muscle discomfort”, leading to Lazio […]
Wan-Bissaka set for Congo debut in World Cup Qualifiers
Aaron Wan-Bissaka is set to represent Democratic Republic of Congo for the first time after receiving a call-up for their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The 27-year-old right-back previously played for Congo at U20 level before switching to England’s youth sides, where he made appearances for both the U20s and U21s. In 2019, Gareth Southgate […]
Ramsey left out as Ampadu injury hits Wales squad
Aaron Ramsey has not been included in Craig Bellamy’s Wales squad for the crucial World Cup qualifier against Kazakhstan next week. The former Arsenal midfielder made his debut for Mexican side Pumas UNAM on Monday but has only just returned from a long hamstring injury suffered in March while playing for Cardiff City. Ramsey’s absence […]
Isak called up by Sweden despite Newcastle transfer standoff
Alexander Isak has been named in Sweden’s squad for their World Cup qualifiers despite being locked in a transfer standoff with Newcastle United. The 26-year-old striker was included by manger Jon Dahl Tomasson for matches against Slovenia and Kosovo on September 5 and 8 respectively. Isak has been training alone after being frozen out of […]
America issues warning to fans ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup
Vice president of the United States of America JD Vance has sent a strong warning to prospective spectators from all over the world who plan to visit the US ahead of the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup. Why has America issued a warning? The United States of America is set to co-host the 2026 edition […]
Lionel Messi set to sign new MLS deal
Argentina star Lionel Messi is set to sign a contract extension at Major League Soccer club Inter Miami….
