Lionel Messi is mourning the death of his father, Jorge Horacio Messi, who has reportedly passed away at the age of 68 following a long illness. The news marks a deeply personal moment for the Argentina and Inter Miami star, whose father played a significant role throughout his extraordinary football journey. Jorge Messi was more…
France’s hopes of ending the 2026 FIFA World Cup on a high faded in dramatic fashion as Didier Deschamps’ side suffered a thrilling 6-4 defeat to England in the third-place playoff. In a match packed with goals, momentum swings and attacking brilliance, the Three Lions ultimately claimed the bronze medal, leaving Les Bleus to finish…
Lionel Messi has once again rewritten football history, delivering a record-breaking performance that powered Argentina into the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Argentine captain scored twice in a commanding 2–0 win over Austria, a result that confirmed his side’s place in the knockout stage while adding yet another milestone to…
Amad Diallo’s Historic Strike Gives the Elephants a Dream Start Ivory Coast kicked off their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign in dramatic fashion, securing a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Ecuador thanks to a late winner from Amad Diallo. In a match filled with tension, intensity, and missed opportunities, the Elephants showed resilience and determination to…
The football world has been left surprised after reports emerged claiming that Omar Abdulkadir Artan, recently recognized as the 2025 CAF African Referee of the Year, was not allowed to enter the United States. While official confirmation from authorities remains limited, the situation has quickly sparked discussion across African football circles and international officiating communities….
Florentino Pérez will continue leading Real Madrid after being officially re-elected as the club’s president, extending one of the most influential presidencies in football history. The Spanish businessman, who first took charge of the club in 2000, remains at the helm of Real Madrid as the European giants prepare for another ambitious chapter both on…
FIFA have officially confirmed several new rules that will be in effect at the 2026 World Cup! • Throw-in countdown (5 seconds): Players who deliberately waste time taking a throw-in risk conceding possession to the opposition. • Goal-kick countdown (5 seconds): Goalkeepers and teams attempting to run down the clock can be punished, with a…
Ivory Coast etched their name into the history books on Tuesday night by defeating France for the very first time, securing a memorable 2-1 victory in an international friendly ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The result marks a landmark achievement for the Elephants, who had never previously beaten the French national team despite…
Switzerland have been forced to travel to the United States without one of their key players, as Breel Embolo was unable to join the squad due to issues surrounding his travel documentation. The Swiss Football Association confirmed that the striker did not board the team’s flight after his travel documents were not approved in time…
• VAR checks on corners: VAR can now intervene to confirm whether a corner kick has been awarded correctly, provided the review is completed before play restarts. • Timed substitutions (10 seconds): Players being substituted must leave the pitch within 10 seconds via the nearest exit point. Failure to do so means the replacement must…
