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Iraq head coach Graham Arnold (Image credit: X) Iraq will travel to Mexico for a 2026 World Cup playoff match despite calls for it to be postponed due to the ongoing Middle East war, the country’s football association said on Saturday.“The national team will depart at the end of the week to Mexico via a…
FIFA President Gianni Infantino The United States-Iran war, in which Iranian forces have attacked US bases in several Gulf States, has posed a looming threat to the conduct of several sporting events, including the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grand Prixes (F1) and the Finalissima, scheduled to be played between Spain and Argentina in Doha, Qatar….
FILE – President Donald Trump stands on stage next to the FIFA World Cup after receiving the FIFA Peace Prize during the draw for the 2026 soccer World Cup at the Kennedy Center in Washington, Dec. 5, 2025. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin, File) Iran has insisted that no one can prevent its national team from participating…
Iran’s participation in the upcoming FIFA World Cup is uncertain due to geopolitical tensions with the United States, a co-host. Citing security and political concerns, Iranian authorities are contemplating withdrawal. If Iran pulls out, FIFA will need to select a replacement, likely from the Asian Football Confederation, with UAE and Iraq being potential candidates. FIFA…
US President Donald Trump said on Thursday that it may not be “appropriate” for the Iran national football team to attend this year’s FIFA World Cup, which is being co-hosted by the United States, citing safety concerns as the two countries are currently at war.“The Iran National Soccer Team is welcome to The World Cup,”…
Manisha of India scores a goal during the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026 match between India and Chinese Taipei at Western Sydney Stadium on March 10, 2026 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Mark Metcalfe/Getty Images) New Delhi: GMR Sports has expressed interest in the commercial rights tender floated by the All India Football Federation…
The United States will co-host the 2026 FIFA World Cup alongside Canada and Mexico. (Image credit: X) NEW DELHI: Iran’s sports minister Ahmad Donyamali said on Wednesday that the country cannot participate in the 2026 FIFA World Cup after the United States killed Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, according to a report by Al Jazeera…
Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona in Newcastle (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images) A Barcelona fan had an embarrassing mix-up when he travelled to the wrong stadium in England while trying to watch his team play in the Champions League on Tuesday evening. The supporter wanted to attend Barcelona’s match against Newcastle at St James’ Park…
India vs Chinese Taipei (Photo from @IndianFootball on X) NEW DELHI: India crashed out of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup after losing 1-3 to Chinese Taipei in a crucial group-stage match on Tuesday. The result ended India’s campaign despite the team dominating large portions of the game and creating several chances but failing to convert…
Iran players react during their national anthem ahead of a Women’s Asian Cup match. (AP Photo)) Five members of Iran’s women’s football squad have been granted asylum in Australia after conflict erupted in their home country during their stay for the Women’s Asian Cup, Australian authorities confirmed on Tuesday.Australian Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke said…
