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Ahalib Homs, the Syrian football team, will face Bangladesh Police in a crucial match in the Asian Challenge Cup 2026. The match will be held on August 11, 2026, at the King Abdullah II Stadium in Amman, Jordan.
UEFA, CONCACAF and AFC slam Infantino, say football 'belongs to no individual'
Three major football confederations (UEFA, CONCACAF, AFC) have jointly criticized FIFA President Gianni Infantino over his handling of a proposed World Cup commercial rights sale, accusing him of deception and placing personal interests above the collective. They demand a…
Former coach Christian Martin has endorsed a potential partnership between Galatasaray target Can Uzun and Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, believing their complementary skills would create a potent attacking force for the Turkish champions.
Nigeria's Super Falcons, despite a quarter-final defeat in the 2026 WAFCON, still have a pathway to the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup through a two-stage play-off system.
Paris St Germain have re-signed France defender Lucas Digne from Aston Villa on a deal until 2029, the Ligue 1 champions said on Sunday. Financial details of the deal were not disclosed, but British media reported that PSG activated an 8.5 million pounds ($11.46 million) …
FIFA defends Infantino hitting out at critics trying to 'undermine' him
FIFA has defended its president, Gianni Infantino, against what it calls a "concerted and ongoing effort" to undermine his leadership, following reports of a "departure payment" made to a woman during his time at UEFA and backlash over an aborted World Cup stake sale plan.
Algeria and Morocco have secured their spots in the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brazil, following their victories in the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals. This marks Algeria's first-ever qualification for the global tournament.
(PREVIEW) Nigeria, Cameroon clash: Key WAFCON stats, head-to-head
Defending champions Nigeria are set to face Cameroon in the quarter-finals of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), with the winner automatically qualifying for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup.
Spain's La Liga is set to kick off its 2026-2027 season with several compelling storylines, including Jose Mourinho's return to Real Madrid and Barcelona's bid for a third consecutive title.
FIFA has issued a warning against a "concerted and ongoing effort" to undermine President Gianni Infantino, following a bitter standoff over his leadership and a collapsed proposal to sell World Cup commercial rights.
Iran's women's national football team faces significant uncertainty regarding its head coach, Marzieh Jafari, whose contract expired after the AFC Women’s Asian Cup, with the next FIFA international window fast approaching.
Tractor football club has announced the appointment of Javad Nekounam as their new head coach, replacing Mohammad Rabiei who departed by mutual consent, as the club seeks to strengthen its position and achieve ambitions.
Fifa has issued a new statement defending its under-fire president, Gianni Infantino, from allegations of a 'concerted effort' to undermine him. The governing body claims there is a 'concerted and ongoing effort by some to undermine Fifa and its president'.
Women's AFCON 2026: Algeria and Morocco Advance to Semi-finals and Qualify for 2027 World Cup
Algeria and Morocco have secured their places in the semi-finals of the Women's AFCON 2026 by defeating Ivory Coast and South Africa, respectively. Both nations also clinched direct qualification for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup in Brazil.
Wolfsburg starts Bundesliga campaign with 0:0 draw against Kaiserslautern
VfL Wolfsburg drew 0:0 against 1. FC Kaiserslautern in their Bundesliga campaign opener, with the visitors having the better chances in the second half. The Niedersachsen struggled to find their rhythm and were unable to capitalize on their opportunities.
Jorge Messi's quote reflects his role in nurturing Lionel Messi, who became a global football icon.
The Saudi Pro League (Douri Roshan) is set to kick off its new season 2026-2027, with a high level of anticipation from Arab and global football fans. The league has seen significant development in recent years, particularly since the arrival of Portuguese superstar Crist…
South Africa have approached Pitso Mosimane to return for a second spell as manager to replace veteran Hugo Broos. Mosimane was the choice but 'we still need to tie up some loose ends.'
The FC Schalke 04 is experiencing unprecedented fan enthusiasm ahead of their Bundesliga comeback. Over 100,000 fans attended the team's season opener, with 55,000 tickets sold for a test match against Atlanta Bergamo.
Fifa reversed plans to sell a minority stake in the World Cup to tech investors led by Thrive Eternal, a spin-off of AI-focused Thrive Capital, after facing fierce opposition. The investment group believed sports, particularly football, are 'AI-proof' due to their unique …
Players use football to champion Afghan women's rights
Afghanistan's women's football team, banned from playing at home, has travelled to New Zealand for a training camp and two unofficial friendly games against the Cook Islands.
Brazilian forward Vinicius Jr has agreed to a contract extension with Spanish giants Real Madrid until 2032, putting an end to speculation about his future.
Esteghlal head coach Sohrab Bakhtiarizadeh is interested in signing Sardar Azmoun, a top striker for the Iranian national team.
Mexico's football federation has publicly declared its support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino, breaking ranks with CONCACAF amidst growing criticism of his leadership.
CAF Inter-Club Competitions: Rangers, Rivers United, 3SC, El-Kanemi learn continental opponents
Nigerian clubs Rangers and Rivers United will compete in the CAF Champions League, while Shooting Stars and El-Kanemi Warriors are in the CAF Confederation Cup. They have learned their preliminary round opponents.
The quarter-final fixtures for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) have been confirmed, featuring a highly anticipated match between defending champions Nigeria and Cameroon. These crucial matches will determine which four teams qualify for the 2027 FIFA Women…
Despite global scrutiny, Fifa President Gianni Infantino retains strong support from many African football federations, largely due to the financial assistance provided by his Forward programme.
The English Premier League is set to begin its 2026/27 season with a record nine clubs under new management, marking the highest managerial turnover before an opening weekend in the league's history.
A 24-year-old Thai footballer was killed by a lightning strike during a match in Thailand's southern Narathiwat province. Twelve others were injured.
Turkish club Trabzonspor are set to confirm the signing of Mohamed Salah as the Egypt captain was mobbed by fans on his arrival in Turkey. Hundreds of fans gathered outside Ataturk Airport in Istanbul on Wednesday as Salah emerged wearing Trabzonspor colours before engagi…