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Incident where Balogun, of the United States, received a red card after a foul on Tarik Muharemović, of Bosnia — Photo: MICHAEL STEELE / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP
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Belgian Federation Protests FIFA After Balogun Suspension Annulled for Decisive Clash

The controversial clearance of forward Folarin Balogun for the 2026 World Cup round of 16 has sparked outrage in Belgium and put FIFA‘s transparency in question. Tensions are rising behind the scenes at the 2026 World Cup. On the eve of the decisive clash between Belgium and the United States, scheduled for this Monday, the […]

National Guard soldiers at a crime scene where a body was found in Celaya, an industrial city in central Mexico, on February 10, 2026 (Alejandro Cegarra/The New York Times)
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Mexican Cartels Attempt to Control Youth Soccer Leagues Amid Escalating Violence

In Celaya, Mexico, young athletes’ dreams are threatened by the brutal influence of cartels, which are turning soccer fields into territories of violence, extortion, and criminal recruitment. In the heart of Celaya, a city marked by Mexico‘s chronic industrial violence, soccer has ceased to be just a sport and has become a frontline. While the […]

Flamengo starter Pedro in action against River Plate, nearly scoring. Photo: GILVAN DE SOUZA/FLAMENGO
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Flamengo and River Plate draw 2-2 in Portugal after lively first half and key returns

In an electrifying friendly in Portugal, Flamengo and River Plate played to a 2-2 draw, featuring key returns and showcasing the Rubro-Negro fighting spirit. The Brazilian football mid-season break took Flamengo to Portugal for a series of high-profile friendlies, and the first challenge did not disappoint. In a match filled with excitement and momentum swings […]

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Klopp will be Germany's new coach after their early elimination at the 2026 World Cup, a journalist reports. The former Borussia Dortmund and Liverpool manager is expected to leave his global director role at the Red Bull group to replace Julian Nagelsmann.
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Klopp Accepts German National Team Helm After 2026 World Cup Exit

Following a shocking Round of 16 exit at the 2026 World Cup, Germany decides to change direction and turns to Jürgen Klopp to rebuild the national team. The German national team is experiencing turbulent times after its early elimination in the Round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup, where it was defeated by Paraguay. […]

Morocco's Soufiane Rahimi celebrates the team's third goal alongside Achraf Hakimi. Credit: Hannah McKay
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2026 World Cup: Morocco Solidifies Its Position with Renewal and Youth Investment

Moroccan football is experiencing its golden age: after defeating Canada to secure a spot in the 2026 World Cup quarterfinals, the national team is banking on a renewed squad and a strong youth system. The Morocco national team reaffirmed its status as a global football powerhouse by confirming its qualification for the quarterfinals of the […]

Mbappé on the field in France vs. Paraguay at the World Cup — Photo: Al Bello/Getty Images/AFP
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Mbappé reveals France’s “dirty football” in victory over Paraguay

After defeating Paraguay in a match marked by taunts, Kylian Mbappé spoke out about the French national team‘s approach and responded to critics of the team’s playing style. France secured their survival in the 2026 World Cup by beating Paraguay 1-0, in a match that went far beyond the field of play. With a high-tension […]

Photo Credit: Anne Christine Poujoulat / AFP
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Brazil to host 2027 Women’s World Cup in historic event

Brazil confirmed as host for the 2027 Women’s World Cup! A milestone for South American football. The dream has become reality! Brazil will vibrate in 2027 as the stage for the FIFA Women’s World Cup, an unprecedented achievement for a South American country. This confirmation is more than just a sporting event; it is a […]

Argentina's training session suspended due to storms in Miami — Photo: Disclosure/Argentina
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Miami Storms Force Argentina to Cancel Outdoor Training Ahead of Round of 16

Storm in Miami disrupts Argentina‘s preparation. Lionel Messi‘s team will train at the gym after fatigue and with an eye on Egypt in the Round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup. Argentina‘s preparation for the decisive Round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup suffered an unexpected setback this Saturday. A series of severe […]

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2026 World Cup Shatters Records for Attendance, Goals, and Top Scorers Messi and Mbappé

The expansion of the 2026 World Cup to 48 teams and the inclusion of a preliminary knockout stage (Round of 32) have confirmed expectations of a historic edition. With the Round of 16 commencing this Saturday (4th), the tournament hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico has already set new absolute records in areas […]

Lise Klaveness, president of the Norwegian Football Federation, at the FIFA Congress — Photo: Reproduction / FIFA TV
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Lise Klaveness: The president challenging FIFA and transforming Norwegian football

Lise Klaveness is redefining sports leadership, challenging FIFA, and driving a new era for Norwegian football with courage and unwavering vision. The global football landscape has been shaken by a voice emerging from cold Norway, yet echoing with warmth and a passion for justice. The former player and current president of the Norwegian Football Federation, […]

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