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FIFA confirms Canada’s decision to block Partey from World Cup opener

FIFA has confirmed that Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey will be unavailable for the Black Stars’ opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after Canadian authorities refused his visa application. The decision means the 32-year-old midfielder will miss Ghana’s Group L clash against Panama in Toronto on 17 June, dealing a significant blow to the […]

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June 12, 2026
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Mathematician who predicted three World Cup winners names who win 2026 edition

German mathematician Joachim Klement has forecast that the Netherlands will emerge as champions of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, continuing his unusual record of accurately predicting past tournament winners. Klement previously predicted Germany’s triumph in 2014, France’s victory in 2018 and Argentina’s success in 2022, making his model one of the most closely watched — […]

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June 12, 2026
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Davido uses W’Cup stage to demand action for abducted Nigerian pupils

Afrobeats superstar Davido transformed his performance at the 2026 FIFA World Cup countdown concert into a powerful plea for justice. Taking the stage in the United States on Wednesday, the singer wore a custom outfit designed to honour the students and teachers recently abducted in Oyo State’s Oriire Local Government Area. A viral backstage video […]

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June 12, 2026
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10 highest-scoring opening matches at World Cup

The FIFA World Cup has produced some unforgettable opening matches over the years, with hosts and contenders often setting the tone for the tournament from the very first whistle. While many opening games have been cautious affairs, a handful have delivered goals, drama and excitement in abundance. The highest-scoring opening match in World Cup history […]

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June 12, 2026
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US bans Ivory Coast supporters from World Cup

Ivory Coast home-based fans have been denied visas to the United States, the president of the national supporters’ committee told AFP on Thursday. The run-up to the World Cup, which kicks off Thursday, has been dogged by the visa policies of the main host nation, the United States. Somali referee Omar Artan was turned away […]

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June 12, 2026
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Iran World Cup squad heads to Mexico as US visa row erupts

Iran lashed out at the United States on Saturday for refusing visas to some of its World Cup squad support staff as the players were to leave Turkey for Mexico. The row erupted just days before the June 11 start of the 2026 World Cup, which is being jointly hosted by the United States, Mexico […]

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June 6, 2026
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Revealed: How much clubs will earn from players at 2026 FIFA World Cup

FIFA has confirmed that clubs will receive at least $5,000 per player per day for releasing footballers to participate in the 2026 World Cup, which will be jointly hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada. The payments form part of FIFA’s expanded Club Benefits Programme, which has been increased to $355 million for the […]

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June 6, 2026
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2026 World Cup: FIFA changes pre-match lineup format

Illustration of FIFA’s proposed pre-match ceremony format for the 2026 World Cup. Photo: FIFA The Federation of International Football Associations has announced a new pre-match ceremony format for the 2026 World Cup that will involve all players named in a matchday squad rather than only the starting line-ups. The new format marks a departure from […]

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June 5, 2026
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Shakira, Burna Boy to perform official World Cup song at opening ceremony

Colombian pop superstar Shakira and Nigerian Afrobeats star Burna Boy will perform the official song of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at the tournament’s opening ceremony in Mexico City. The pair will take to the stage at Estadio Azteca on 11 June ahead of the opening match between Mexico and South Africa, performing Dai Dai, […]

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June 5, 2026
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New York, New Jersey probe FIFA’s World Cup ticket sales

New York New Jersey Stadium (temporarily renamed from MetLife stadium) is seen from the inside ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, in East Rutherford, New Jersey on May 7, 2026. (Photo by CHARLY TRIBALLEAU / AFP) The US states of New York and New Jersey announced a probe Wednesday into whether FIFA has exploited […]

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May 29, 2026
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