The draw for the third round of Asian qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has set up some intriguing matchups, with four-time Asian champions Japan facing familiar rivals Australia, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, China, and Indonesia. Japan’s technical director Masakuni Yamamoto acknowledged that this group presents a difficult and challenging task for his team. The
FIFA World Cup Qualifying – AFC
After completing the second round of Asian qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, it is evident that Qatar emerged as a dominant force in the region. With two consecutive AFC Asian Cup victories under their belt, Qatar’s path to the third and final round of qualifiers was relatively untroubled. Led by star striker Almoez
The road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup for European nations is a complex and competitive one. With a total of 55 nations in the mix, the qualifying process will run from March to November 2025. However, due to Russia’s suspension following the invasion of Ukraine, only 54 nations will be vying for a spot
After securing their spot in the final rounds of World Cup qualification for the first time, Palestine’s men’s national team are facing challenges due to the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. The lack of the ability to play on home soil has been a significant obstacle for the team, with safety concerns forcing them to host their