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FIFA president Infantino confirms Iran’s participation in 2026 World Cup in USA | Football News

[ad_1] Iran national football team (Reuters Photo) FIFA president Gianni Infantino has confirmed that Iran will take part in the 2026 FIFA World Cup despite ongoing tensions in the Middle East, stressing that football must remain separate from politics. Speaking at a CNBC-hosted economic conference on Wednesday, Infantino said, “Iran is coming for sure. We […]

Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo appear together in Lego ad campaign ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026; watch video

[ad_1] Ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026, toy manufacturer Lego released an advertisement featuring Argentina’s World Cup winner Lionel Messi and Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo, while announcing their football collection sets. The ad campaign is titled “Everyone wants a piece”, and also features Brazil’s Vinicius Junior and France’s Kylian Mbappe. The advertisement displays each of […]

Cristiano Ronaldo breaks silence on injury with positive message to fans | Football News

[ad_1] Cristiano Ronaldo has provided an encouraging update on his fitness, telling fans he is “getting better every day” in a post shared on X. The message comes as the football icon continues his recovery from a recent injury setback. Ronaldo post The Al-Nassr captain picked up a hamstring injury during a Saudi Pro League […]

Cristiano Ronaldo ‘not obsessed with 1,000th goal’, Martinez breaks silence | Football News

[ad_1] Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo (AP Photo/Armando Franca) Portugal national football team head coach Roberto Martinez has brushed aside claims that Cristiano Ronaldo is chasing the landmark of 1,000 career goals, insisting that the veteran forward remains driven by team success rather than individual milestones.Ronaldo, who has already netted over 950 goals across his career and […]

Where will Iran play FIFA World Cup 2026? Tehran asks for Mexico venue, organisers refuse change

[ad_1] Amid the ongoing tensions between Iran and the US, Mexico President Claudia Sheinbaum has shown indications of being open to the suggestion of Iran playing its games in the FIFA World Cup in June in her country. Notably, Iran’s participation at the 2026 World Cup has come under doubt ever since the start of […]

Mexico willing to host Iran’s FIFA World Cup matches, after team refuses to play in USA

[ad_1] Mexico has offered to host Iran’s matches at the FIFA World Cup 2026 after the team indicated it is unwilling to play in the United States amid escalating conflict involving the United States of America and Israel. Claudia Sheinbaum, the Mexican President said on Tuesday that the country would have “no problem” stepping in […]

Trump says Iran should skip FIFA World Cup 2026 for their safety, life

[ad_1] US President Donald Trump said on Thursday the Iranian men’s national soccer team was welcome to participate in the 2026 World Cup but that he believed it was not appropriate that they be there “for their own life and safety.” “The Iran National Soccer Team is welcome to The World Cup, but I really […]

Shah Rukh Khan and AbRam meet Lionel Messi as fans erupt in cheers – WATCH | Football News

[ad_1] Shah Rukh Khan, son AbRam greet Lionel Messi (Image credit: Agencies) NEW DELHI: Football icon Lionel Messi virtually unveiled his 70-foot statue at the Sree Bhumi Sporting Club in Lake Town, Kolkata, on Saturday as part of his GOAT India Tour 2025. The event was attended by Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan and Uruguayan […]

FIFA World Cup 2026: Coaches react to group stage draw | Football News

[ad_1] Defending champions Argentina and strong contenders Spain received favourable draws for the 2026 World Cup during a star-studded ceremony. (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: Defending champions Argentina and strong contenders Spain received favourable draws for the 2026 World Cup during a star-studded ceremony.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!Lionel Messi’s Argentina will […]

Faster US visas? President Donald Trump unveils ‘FIFA Pass’ to help 2026 World Cup travellers | Football News

[ad_1] President Donald Trump speaks (AP Photo/Alex Brandon) The Trump administration has unveiled a new program called “FIFA Pass” to expedite visa interviews for international visitors attending the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This initiative will facilitate faster visa appointment scheduling for individuals who have purchased World Cup tickets through FIFA.The program aims to balance strict […]