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Ex-FIFA ref hits out at officials over Enzo Maresca red card vs Liverpool disappointed by Anthony Taylor's decision to send off Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca

Enzo Maresca’s red card against Liverpool for celebrating Estevao’s last-minute goal was “avoidable”. That is according to former PGMOL chief and ex-FIFA referee, Keith Hackett,...

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2026 FIFA World Cup will use Adidas ball that utilizes AI chip – huh?

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The world’s biggest sporting event is stepping into the future. Less than a year before the 2026 FIFA World Cup begins, Adidas has unveiled the official match ball, and it’s powered by artificial intelligence, Complex reports. adidas just…

Seven iconic FIFA World Cup balls that made history

From the stitched leather of 1930 to today’s AI-designed marvels, FIFA World Cup balls have evolved with the sport itself — blending innovation, design, and culture to define each football

EA Sports FC 26 review: Overcoming FIFA fatigue

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EA Sports FC 26 features the best on-field gameplay in years, alongside some questionable monetization.

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Barcelona legend Xavi names 2 favourites to win 2026 FIFA World Cup

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Barcelona legend Xavi has named Argentina and Spain as his favorites to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The global event is set to take place next summer in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

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2026 World Cup qualifier: FIFA appoints Referees for Lesotho vs Nigeria clash

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FIFA has appointed Chadian referee Alhadi Allaou Mahamat as the centre referee for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matchday nine encounter between Lesotho and the Super Eagles of Nigeria. …

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2026 World Cup: FIFA appoints referees for Nigeria’s qualifiers against Lesotho, Benin

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FIFA has confirmed the match officials for Nigeria’s upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying fixtures against Lesotho and Benin Republic. For the

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2026 WCQ: FIFA appoints Chadian referee Mahamat for Crocodiles vs Super Eagles

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FIFA has picked Chadian official Alhadi Allaou Mahamat as centre referee for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matchday nine encounter between Lesotho and Super Eagles of Nigeria. DAILY POST recalls, Mahamat was also in charge of Super…

2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifying Match: FIFA picks Allaou for Lesotho, Nigeria clash

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World football-governing body, FIFA, has selected Chadian official Alhadi Allaou Mahamat as the referee for next week’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match between Nigeria’s Super Eagles and the Crocodiles of Lesotho. The Matchday 9…

Alessandro Del Piero accidentally leaks FIFA 2026 World Cup kits before quickly deleting

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2026 WCQ: FIFA Appoints Chadian Referee For Lesotho Vs Super Eagles

Federation of International Football Association, FIFA, has selected Chadian official Alhadi Allaou Mahamat as centre referee for the 2026 World Cup qualifier between Lesotho and Super Eagles of Nigeria, reports Completesports.com. Mahamat…

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FIFA president makes important announcement after South Africa's 3 points punishment

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Gianni Infantino has stated that the FIFA Council decided that Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan will co-host the next edition of the FIFA U-20 World Cup in 2027.

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FIFA Under Fire Over Not Fixing ‘American Problem’ With 2026 Whopping Tickets Prices: “Frustrating”

“Make Football truly global, diverse, and inclusive, for the benefit of the entire world.” That’s the vision FIFA promotes, viewing the beautiful game as more than just a sport—using it as a bridge to break barriers and unite people across…

FIFA Boss Gianni Infantino Looks To Harness 'Humanitarian Values' Of Football Amid Calls For Israel Exclusion

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Infantino led a meeting of FIFA’s ruling council in Zurich before holding a private meeting at FIFA headquarters with the leader of the Palestinian football federation.

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Media Accreditation for Ghana vs Comoros 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier open

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Media practitioners who intend to cover the aforementioned match between the Black Stars of Ghana and their counterparts from Comoros, scheduled for Sunday, 12th October, 2025 at the Accra Sports Stad...

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Fifa makes final decision over World Cup 2026 match locations after controversial Donald Trump remarks

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FIFA insist World Cup match locations will not be moved next year following remarks from President Donald Trump.

"It’s that time again"- Mikaela Shiffrin teases excitement for FIFA World Cup 2026 as she poses with official match ball

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American alpine skier Mikaela Shiffrin took to social media to share a message as she posed with the official match ball for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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FIFA defends WC ticket prices after fan criticism

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FIFA has defended its pricing strategy for next year's World Cup after an England fan group criticised the "astonishing" price of tickets.