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The WADA reason why Donald Trump may be banned from FIFA World Cup and LA Olympics

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Donald Trump could face an unusual consequence from a growing dispute between the United States government and the World Anti-Doping Agency. A proposal under consideration by WADA could prevent certain government officials from attending…

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What does the FIFA World Cup trophy symbolise?

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Everyone wants to win the World Cup, but what does the trophy actually symbolise? GOAL takes a deep dive into the meaning behind the grandest prize in football.

Who was the oldest player to win the FIFA World Cup?

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Discover the legendary names of the oldest players to ever win the World Cup with their country.

Atlanta World Cup Host Committee Announces details for FIFA Fan Festival at Centennial Olympic Park

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Atlanta World Cup Host Committee recently released details for the city’s official FIFA Fan Festival™, taking place throughout FIFA World Cup 2026™ at Centennial Olympic Park in Downtown Atlanta.

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Asisat Oshoala Questions New FIFA Rule on Injured Players

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Super Falcons striker Asisat Oshoala has expressed her displeasure with one of the new football rules expected to be used at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The global tournament will be staged across Mexico, United States and Canada, and it is…

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Iraq Set For Mexico Trip For FIFA World Cup 2026 Playoff Match Amid Conflict

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Iraq is set to face either Suriname or Bolivia in an intercontinental playoff final, in the match scheduled for March 31 in the Mexican city of Monterrey.

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Messi’s Argentina closing in on pre-World Cup friendly in the U.S. for June FIFA window

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Days before the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Lionel Messi’s Argentina could play a friendly match in the United States.

Saturday, Mar 14

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Former Angola Coach Drags Federation To FIFA Over Unpaid Wages

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Pedro Gonçalves, the former manager of the Angolan national football team, has escalated a dispute with the Angolan Football Federation (FAF) to FIFA, alleging unpaid wages and breaches of contract. Gonçalves, a Portuguese tactician who…

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FIFA rankings for all 48 World Cup teams: How are they calculated and when are they updated?

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The World Cup in the United States is about to get under way with Argentina, Spain, and England among the leading contenders.

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When does the World Cup start? Date, time, first match and opening ceremony for 2026 FIFA soccer finals

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FIFA is ready to unveil its biggest World Cup ever as the 2026 competition ramps up towards a highly anticipated opening this coming summer.

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McGarvey joins lawmakers pressuring FIFA over 'exclusionary' pricing

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McGarvey and other lawmakers told FIFA a "financially exclusionary" dynamic pricing model is putting World Cup matches out of reach for many fans.

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Australia Clinches Historic Qualification For 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup

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Australia have become the first nation to secure their berth at the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup, booking their place in Brazil with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over North Korea in the Asian Cup quarter-finals on Friday. In a match that…

Neymar’s 2026 FIFA World Cup dream at serious risk: Santos star’s absence from key match sparks fresh Brazil tension as Carlo Ancelotti left unimpressed

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As the countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup continues, uncertainty surrounds one of Brazil’s greatest stars. Neymar once again finds himself at the center of debate after missing a key match for Santos, a moment that has reportedly…

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FIFA approves new rules to speed up games ahead of the 2026 World Cup

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FIFA has unveiled a series of rule changes ahead of the 2026 World Cup, aimed at speeding up matches and limiting time-wasting. The tournament runs from June 11 to July 19, and the updates affect substitutions, restarts, injury protocols,…

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FIFA Ratifies Major Regulatory Overhaul Ahead of Expanded 2026 World Cup

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In a significant move to modernize the flow of the game, FIFA and the International Football Association Board (IFAB) have officially approved four major rule amendments that will debut at the 2026 World Cup. The upcoming tournament,…

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2026 World Cup: FIFA approves four new rules

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FIFA has approved at least four changes within football matches ahead of the 2026 World Cup. The 2026 tournament will be held in the US, Canada, and Mexico, and will include 48 teams instead of the usual 32. These tweaks are expected to…

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Iran's Soccer Team Rebukes Trump's Safety Warnings, Confirms FIFA World Cup Participation

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Iran’s national football squad delivered a sharp rebuttal to President Donald Trump‘s safety-related warnings, declaring through an Instagram statement this week that no authority could bar its participation in the FIFA World Cup — and…

5 Countries That Qualified But Later Withdrew From FIFA World Cup Finals

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Following the ongoing conflict with the United States and Israel, Iran’s Sports Minister, Ahmad Donyamal, has announced that the West Asian country will not participate in the 2026 World Cup. The 2026 FIFA World Cup, billed to start on 11…

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Australia Become First Nation To Qualify For 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup

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Australia became the first nation to qualify for next year’s Women’s World Cup in Brazil with a 2-1 win over North Korea that booked their place in the Asian Cup semi-finals on Friday. Kennedy opened the scoring, and Sam Kerr added the…