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Iwobi Rues World Cup Miss Ahead of 100th Cap Against Portugal

As he prepares to earn his 100th cap for Nigeria in Wednesday's international friendly against Portugal, Nigeria midfielder Alex Iwobi says he has no regrets about his decade-long career with the Super Eagles. Iwobi made his senior debut for Nigeria in October 2015 and will become only the fourth Nigerian player to reach 100 international caps, joining Joseph Yobo, Vincent Enyeama and Ahmed Musa. Barring any unexpected twist, Iwobi is expected to join Jospeh Yobo, Vincent Enyeama and Ahmed Musa as one of only four Nigerians to have played a century of games for the national team when he lines out against Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal in Leiria. His 99th appearance was during a friendly match against Jordan in Antalya in March, and unfortunately, he was sent off after uncharacteristically reacting to an opponent grabbing him. The Fulham midfielder, who represented […]

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Son Heung-min to lead South Korea squad at his fourth World Cup

Veteran forward Son Heung-min has been named to lead South Korea’s 26-man squad to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, marking his fourth appearance at football’s biggest tournament. The 33-year-old captain, now playing for Los Angeles FC after leaving Tottenham Hotspur last year, will once again be the focal point of the Taeguk Warriors’ attack. Head coach Hong Myung-bo unveiled the roster in Seoul on Saturday, confirming that South Korea will rely on a blend of experience and emerging talent in North America. The squad includes Paris Saint-Germain playmaker Lee Kang-in and Bayern Munich defender Kim Min-jae, who are expected to form the core around Son in midfield and defence. Despite recent ankle concerns, influential midfielder Hwang In-beom has also been called up after medical staff cleared him to participate. Hong said the team’s primary target is to reach the round […]

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Missing World Cup will be loss of major diplomatic asset – Iran FA

Iran’s football federation has warned that missing the 2026 FIFA World Cup would amount to losing a major diplomatic asset for the country, as debates continue over Tehran’s participation amid heightened political tensions. Federation president Mehdi Taj stressed that Iran’s presence at the tournament in the United States, Mexico and Canada would provide a rare soft power platform at a time of strained relations with Western governments. Taj reiterated that the World Cup is organised and “hosted” by FIFA, not by any single country, pushing back against efforts to politicise Iran’s participation. He argued that football and diplomacy are intertwined, and that Iran’s national team represents an important channel for engagement with global audiences beyond formal government contacts. In recent weeks, Iranian officials have demanded a series of guarantees from FIFA and the 2026 co hosts over visas, security and […]

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Countdown to 2026 World Cup: Ecuador ready to disrupt global order

As the countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup gathers pace, Ecuador are emerging as one of the tournament’s most intriguing dark horses, with many observers tipping them to disrupt the traditional global football order. Once seen as South American underdogs, La Tri now boast a new generation of talent, impressive qualifying form and a clear tactical identity under coach Sebastián Beccacece. Ecuador secured direct qualification for the expanded 48 team World Cup after finishing near the top of the CONMEBOL standings, ahead of some of the region’s more established names. Their campaign was built on defensive solidity and consistency, conceding very few goals and taking points off giants such as Brazil and Argentina along the way. Under Beccacece, Ecuador are currently on a remarkable unbeaten run, with some reports putting them at just two defeats in 18 World Cup […]

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Musa Urges Super Eagles to Gift Him Birthday Win Over Benin

Super Eagles captain Ahmed Musa has called on his teammates to give him the “best birthday gift” — a victory over Benin Republic in today’s crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier in Uyo. In a video shared on the Super Eagles’ official X handle, the 33-year-old forward expressed confidence in the team’s ability to deliver, saying the match means more than just three points. “Hello guys, today is the day, and today is my birthday.We all know what is at stake when they get and wait for the result of South Africa–Rwanda. I know you can do it.This is the best birthday gift that you’re gonna give me, guys. I miss you all. I wish you best of luck,” Musa said. Nigeria’s most-capped player also urged the team to replicate their fighting spirit from the last outing.“Hope so far good. I […]

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FULL LIST: 17 Nations Qualify for 2026 FIFA World Cup

The road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup is heating up, with 17 nations now confirmed for football’s biggest stage. The tournament, featuring an expanded 48-team format, will be co-hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada—the first time in history the World Cup will be staged across three countries. The three hosts automatically secured their places, with the rest battling through intense regional qualifiers. Qualified Nations So Far Hosts (Automatic Qualification) USA – Host Nation Mexico – Host Nation Canada – Host Nation Asia (AFC) Japan – Qualified (March 20, 2025) Iran – Qualified (March 25, 2025) Jordan – Qualified South Korea – Qualified Uzbekistan – Qualified Australia – Qualified (June 5, 2025) Oceania (OFC) New Zealand – Qualified (March 24, 2025) South America (CONMEBOL) Argentina – Qualified (September 2025) Brazil – Qualified (June 10, 2025) Ecuador – Qualified […]

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