FIFA
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Somali referee axed from World Cup after US denies entry
FIFA’s Omar Artan, the first Somali referee for the 2026 World Cup, was denied US entry due to immigration issues.
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Norwegian Football Federation asks FIFA to investigate Trump peace prize
The Norwegian Football Federation has requested FIFA investigate awarding Trump a peace prize, raising concerns about neutrality and ethics.
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Iran vows World Cup participation but sets 10 conditions
Iran confirms 2026 World Cup participation but sets 10 conditions, including visa guarantees for players with IRGC military ties.
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Fans drag FIFA to court over ‘highway robbery’ ticket prices
European fan groups slam FIFA with lawsuit over soaring World Cup ticket prices, with final seats hitting $4,185 compared to $100 for Euro 2024.
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Iran’s World Cup dream turns into geopolitical nightmare
“FIFA is looking forward to all participating teams competing as per the match schedule announced on 6 December 2025,” FIFA has stated.
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Four years after banning Russia, FIFA and IOC passive in the face of war
Governing sports bodies face accusations of double standards in response to conflicts, highlighting political influences and concerns over consistency.
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France rules out World Cup boycott despite Trump Greenland threats
The French government has rejected calls to boycott the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, despite mounting political pressure over President Donald Trump’s threats to annex Greenland. Sports…
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Morocco seeks action over Senegal’s Walkoff in AFCON final
Morocco lodges formal complaint after Senegal players walked off pitch and fans threw objects during finals penalty decision.
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Thousands allegedly cancel World Cup tickets in protest
Given that FIFA has a strict no cancellation policy on sold tickets for the World Cup, it is likely that the figure is reflective of people cancelling their participation in…
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Bafana captain Ronwen Williams makes FIFA Best XI shortlist
South African football reaches new heights as Bafana Bafana captain and Mamelodi Sundowns goalkeeper Ronwen Williams earns a coveted spot among FIFA’s 22 Best XI goalkeeper nominees, placing him alongside…
