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Qatar updates Hayya GCC Visa allowing 2 month stay ahead of 2025 FIFA Arab Cup | World News

[ad_1] The updated Hayya A2 visa allows GCC residents to stay two months and enter Qatar multiple times/Representative Image Qatar is making it easier than ever for residents of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries to visit the country during a season packed with sports, culture, and entertainment. With new updates to the Hayya GCC Resident […]

Iran to Boycott FIFA World Cup Final Draw After US Denies Visas | Udaipur Kiran

[ad_1] Tehran, November 29 (Udaipur Kiran): The Iran Football Federation has announced that it will boycott the final draw of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, scheduled to be held on December 5 in Washington, DC, after the United States denied visas to several key members of the Iranian delegation. Announcing the decision on Friday, Federation […]

France qualifies for FIFA World Cup 2026; Cristiano Ronaldo sent off as Portugal loses to Ireland

[ad_1] Kylian Mbappé and France are definitely going to the 2026 World Cup. Cristiano Ronaldo might now be banned from Portugal’s first game there if his team finally wins its European qualifying group. Two goals from star striker Mbappé helped two-time champion France to qualify with a 4-0 home win against Ukraine on Thursday. But […]

Saudi Arabia’s ‘Stadium in the Sky’ for 2034 FIFA World Cup: separating fact from fiction | World News

[ad_1] The internet can turn a concept sketch into a global sensation. In late October 2025, millions of people across X, TikTok, and YouTube watched a video showing what appeared to be a floating football stadium — a glowing bowl suspended 350 metres above the desert, nestled within Saudi Arabia’s futuristic city, NEOM: The Line. […]

Saudi Arabia’s FIFA World Cup 2026 spot confirmed after nail-biting draw with Iraq | Saudi Football News

[ad_1] Saudi Arabia secures a spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Iraq. Image X Saudi Arabia has clinched their spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup following a nail-biting 0-0 draw against Iraq in Jeddah, marking a historic moment for the Green Falcons. Deep into injury time with the score locked at […]

UAE defeats Oman 2-1 in AFC World Cup qualifiers, tops group A; edges closer to 2026 FIFA World Cup | World News

[ad_1] UAE will face Qatar on October 14, 2025, needing only a draw to secure direct qualification for the 2026 World Cup/ Image: X With a dramatic win over Oman, the UAE take a vital step toward a long-awaited return to the FIFA World Cup. The result not only cements their position at the top […]

FIFA-AFC puts India on notice; AIFF must adopt constitution by Oct 30 or face suspension | Football News

[ad_1] PANAJI: The All India Football Federation (AIFF) is in danger of being suspended for the second time in three years if it fails to get its constitution ratified by October 30, according to a letter from FIFA, the governing body for world football, and the Asian Football Confederation (AFC).FIFA and AFC jointly sent a […]

US soccer great Tobin Heath hoping Club World Cup spurs more growth for game at home

[ad_1] MIAMI BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Tobin Heath might know something about what makes soccer resonate within the U.S. Her resume, in part: She won NCAA titles in college at North Carolina, then went on to win two Olympic gold medals with the U.S. women’s national team and two World Cup titles as well, all […]

FIFA Club World Cup 2025: Big teams and bigger surprises – recap of group stage | Football News

[ad_1] As the 21st edition of the FIFA Club World Cup moves towards the Round of 16, the competition’s facelift has provided multiple storylines. From the number of teams participating to a newly designed trophy, more venues and even a referee cam, the competition in the United States has gone closer to its namesake – […]

Why is Al Nassr not part of FIFA Club World Cup? Explained

[ad_1] The FIFA Club World Cup is set to begin on June 15 at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami. The revamped tournament will feature 32 teams, generating massive excitement. However, one notable absence is Al Nassr, the Saudi Pro League club that gained worldwide attention after Cristiano Ronaldo’s inclusion. Despite their recent success, including […]