Guadalajara, Mexico – At 40 years old, Guillermo Ochoa finds himself in a surprisingly familiar position: potentially heading to another FIFA World Cup. A recent injury to Luis Ángel Malagón has opened a spot in Mexico’s goalkeeping ranks, and even as Raúl Rangel is considered the frontrunner for the starting role, Ochoa’s experience and recent … Read more
Guadalupe, Mexico – Persib Bandung is set to receive a significant financial windfall from FIFA following the call-up of defender Frans Putros to the Iraq national team for their crucial playoff towards the 2026 FIFA World Cup. FIFA has allocated $355 million (approximately Rp6 trillion) to be distributed among clubs whose players are called up … Read more
Auckland, New Zealand – The question of identity looms large for those nearing release from prison. Will they be defined by their past, or will they forge a new path? At the Kohuora Auckland South Corrections Facility, a unique program is attempting to answer that question through the beautiful game. Auckland FC, in partnership with … Read more
The 2026 FIFA World Cup, set to be hosted across the United States, Mexico, and Canada, could see an unprecedented shift even before kickoff. Iran is currently in negotiations with FIFA to potentially move its group stage matches from the United States to Mexico, a development stemming from growing concerns over the safety and security … Read more
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Jakarta, Indonesia – The Indonesia national team is bolstering its coaching staff with the addition of experienced English manager Simon Grayson, ahead of the upcoming FIFA Series 2026. Grayson confirmed his role as an assistant coach to John Herdman, signaling a significant step in the preparations for the international competition. The appointment, first reported on … Read more
Kuala Lumpur – A comprehensive review by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has revealed significant concerns regarding the operational culture within the Football Association of Malaysia (FAM), raising questions about the nation’s ability to progress on the continental stage. The findings, delivered by Vahid Kardany, Deputy General Secretary of the AFC, point to a deeply … Read more
Trump Assures Iran’s World Cup Participation Amidst Rising Tensions East Rutherford, NJ – In a move signaling continued support for the 2026 FIFA World Cup hosted across North America, United States President Donald Trump has reportedly assured FIFA that Iran’s national team is welcome to compete this summer, despite escalating geopolitical tensions. The confirmation came … Read more
WASHINGTON D.C. – FIFA President Gianni Infantino remains remarkably optimistic about the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, despite a complex geopolitical landscape. In a recent interview with Spanish sports daily AS, Infantino dismissed concerns surrounding the event, predicting sold-out stadiums and unprecedented demand. The tournament, set to … Read more
Huambo, Angola – Angola is making significant strides in its sporting infrastructure, underscored by the recent inauguration of the new Huambo Stadium Daniel Cassoma Lutucuta. The 10,000-seat multi-purpose facility, delivered by Mitrelli, represents the culmination of a focused national strategy to elevate the country’s capacity to host regional and international competitions, and potentially bid for … Read more
Although he is not a head of state, even though he manages the highest global organization in the world of football, the president of FIFA Gianni Infantino attended today the first meeting of the ‘Board of Peace’, the organization led by Donald Trumpwho is its president with absolute veto rights, to try to replace the … Read more