Turkey qualifies for the 2026 World Cup after a 24-year absence
The Turkish national team qualified for the 2026 World Cup after defeating Kosovo 1-0 in the European playoff final, ending a 24-year absence from the tournament and sending a long-deprived fanbase into celebration. Background: a generation without a World Cup Turkey’s last appearance at a World Cup came in 2002 in Korea and Japan, where […]
Sweden qualifies for the 2026 World Cup at Poland’s expense
In one of the most thrilling matches of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, Sweden defeated Poland 3-2 at the Friends Arena, securing their place in the tournament for the 13th time in Scandinavian history. Sweden took the lead in the 18th minute through Antonín Illanga, but Nikola Zalewski equalized for the visitors in the 33rd […]
Morocco secures its first win under coach Wahbi against Paraguay
The Moroccan national team defeated Paraguay 2-1 in a friendly match played on Tuesday at the Stade Bollaert-Delelis in Lens, France — a performance that gives coach Mohamed Wahbi his first win in charge and provides Morocco with a timely confidence boost ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Background: Wahbi’s early days with the Atlas […]
Infantino Confirms Iran’s Participation in the 2026 World Cup
FIFA President Gianni Infantino confirmed that the Iranian national team will participate in the 2026 World Cup, scheduled to be held in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Iran had threatened to withdraw from the tournament several times over the past month following the US-Israeli war that began on its territory on February 28. US […]
Ghana sacks coach 72 days before 2026 World Cup!
The Ghana Football Association announced the dismissal of head coach Otto Addo, just 72 days before the start of the World Cup finals scheduled for next summer. Addo’s departure comes after a string of disappointing results, most recently a 2-1 friendly defeat to Germany in Stuttgart on Monday, and a heavy 5-1 loss to Austria […]
Senegal defies CAF and celebrates the Africa Cup of Nations in France!
Senegal’s players displayed the Africa Cup of Nations trophy to thousands of fans on Saturday, despite the Confederation of African Football’s decision to strip the country of the title and award it to Morocco. Before Saturday’s friendly match against Peru at the Stade de France, the Senegalese players, led by captain Kalidou Koulibaly, took to […]
Egypt crushes Saudi Arabia 4-0 in a friendly match
The Egyptian national team achieved a resounding 4-0 victory over their Saudi Arabian hosts at the King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Jeddah, as both teams prepare for the 2026 World Cup this summer. The result sent a powerful statement about Egypt’s readiness for the tournament and raised serious questions about Saudi Arabia’s preparations. First […]
Iraq vs. Bolivia: World Cup 2026 Intercontinental Playoff Final Date
Iraq’s opponent in the 2026 World Cup Intercontinental Playoff Final has finally been determined. The Lions of Mesopotamia will face Bolivia. The Iraqi national team secured Asia’s spot in the Intercontinental Playoff after defeating the UAE in the Asian playoff last November. Due to Iraq’s higher ranking, they qualified directly for the Intercontinental Playoff Final, […]
Schedule for World Cup 2026 European Play-off Finals
The semi-finals of the European play-offs for the 2026 World Cup were held on Thursday. Italy was the most prominent participant, seeking to return to the tournament after missing the last two editions. Europe boasts the largest number of participants in the World Cup, which will be held in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. […]
CAS confirms Senegal’s appeal against CAF decision; final ruling date revealed
The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has confirmed receiving an appeal from Senegal seeking to overturn the controversial decision to strip them of their Africa Cup of Nations title. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) declared Morocco the champions on March 17, two months after the tense and heated conclusion of the tournament. Senegal […]