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Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal snubbed: Why did Senegal reject Argentina and Spain pre-2026 FIFA World Cup friendlies?

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As Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal prepared for potential high-profile encounters, an unexpected twist emerged.

Timeline: Controversial football rulings by CAF, FIFA

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In football, the final whistle is usually the ultimate arbiter of victory. But every so often, administrative rules, disciplinary decisions, or regulatory interventions overturn what happened on the pitch, creating

YouTube partners with FIFA on exclusive World Cup elements

The deal will enable FIFA media partners to post a range of content to the platform.

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FIFA rules out changes to World Cup schedule despite Iran's request to move matches to Mexico

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FIFA has confirmed that the schedule for the 2026 World Cup remains unchanged, despite efforts by Iran to relocate their group stage matches to Mexico amid escalating conflict with the United States.Iran, drawn in Group G alongside Belgium…

Nigeria to take eligibility battle to CAS after FIFA rejects protest against DR Congo

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The Nigeria Football Federation is pushing ahead with its fight against FIFA's decision to dismiss their protest over DR Congo's player eligibility, with plans to take the case to the Court of Arbitration for Sport.At the heart of the…

World Cup play-off: NFF loses DR Congo petition, appeals FIFA verdict

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Nigeria lost the match 4-3 on penalties, but the NFF protested the eligibility of some players in the DR Congo squad, citing perceived fraud in the issuance of passports that qualified a number of players of the Democratic Republic of…

Official: FIFA rejects NFF petition against DR Congo

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FIFA has dismissed the Nigeria Football Federation’s petition challenging the eligibility of certain players fielded by the Democratic Republic of Congo during their 2026 FIFA

Breaking: NFF appeals against FIFA verdict over DR Congo eligibility ruling

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The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has commenced the process of appealing FIFA’s decision rejecting its petition against the Democratic Republic of Congo regarding the eligibility

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FIFA rejects Iran’s request to move World Cup matches from US to Mexico

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The 2026 World Cup matches will be played as per schedule announced last year, the football organisation says.

FIFA rejects Iran’s request to move World Cup matches from US to Mexico

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The 2026 World Cup matches will be played as per schedule announced last year, the football organisation says.

FIFA Joins Forces With YouTube for World Cup 2026

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The deal will give fans more ways to engage with the tournament.

Free spots available for FIFA Fan Fest, but ‘premium experience’ will cost money

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Premium experiences, including reserved seating within the amphitheatre for 7,400 people and dedicated fast-track entry lanes, will be available for purchase.

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World Cup playoff: ‘We’ll present more evidence,’ NFF appeals FIFA ruling

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“We respect FIFA but firmly disagree with this decision. We believe there are strong grounds for appeal and will present additional evidence,” Sanusi said.

FIFA rejects Iran's push to move World Cup matches out of US to Mexico

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The 2026 World Cup schedule will remain unchanged as FIFA pushed back on Iran's push to relocate their three group-stage matches out of the U.S. and into Mexico.

NFF to Appeal FIFA Decision After DR Congo Petition Dismissal

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The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) says it will appeal after FIFA Disciplinary Committee dismissed its petition against the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) over player eligibility. NFF General Secretary, Mohammed Sanusi,…

NFF Appeals FIFA Sanctions Over Nigeria-Dr Congo World Cup Playoffs Infractions

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The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has moved to appeal the decision of the FIFA Disciplinary Committee, which rejected its petition against the Democratic Republic of Congo over fielding ineligible players during the 2026 FIFA World Cup…

FIFA rejects Nigeria protest over WC playoff spot

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FIFA's Disciplinary Committee rejected Nigeria's protest over the eligibility of several players used by DR Congo in last November's African World Cup playoff, the Nigeria Football Federation announced Monday.

FIFA reveals first single from the FIFA World Cup 2026 Official Album

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The official 2026 World Cup album has its first song. Here's everything to know.

????Will they play at the World Cup? FIFA admits talks with Iran

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FIFA has broken its silence regarding the diplomatic crisis that threatens to withdraw Iran’s national team from the 2026 World Cup. Due to the ongoing conflict with the United States, the Iranian f...