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
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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
Recent reports from Amnesty International have shed light on the need for binding commitments and legal reforms to prevent human rights violations associated with hosting the FIFA World Cup in 2030 and 2034. The report specifically calls on FIFA and the countries bidding to host the tournaments to address serious human rights risks before finalizing
The recent postponement of the auction of Diego Maradona’s Golden Ball trophy has stirred controversy and legal complications. The planned auction, organized by French auction house Aguttes, was put on hold due to a judicial investigation surrounding the suspected resale of stolen goods. Despite the efforts of Maradona’s heirs to halt the auction through urgent
In a bold move, a Spanish judge has intervened in the ongoing battle between football’s governing bodies, FIFA and UEFA, and the proponents of the European Super League (ESL). Ordering FIFA and UEFA to cease their anticompetitive practices, Judge Sofía Gil García has ruled that the ban on clubs participating in the ESL violates European
France striker Olivier Giroud has made the decision to retire from international football following the upcoming European Championship. Despite being a key player in France’s World Cup-winning squad in 2018, Giroud feels that it is time to step back and make way for younger talents. With 131 appearances for the national team and 57 goals
Jesse Marsch, former manager of Leeds United and RB Leipzig, has been appointed as the new manager of the Canada men’s national team. This announcement comes as a breath of fresh air for Canadian soccer, as Marsch brings with him a wealth of experience and a proven track record of success in the world of
Amidst speculations and uncertainties, Gareth Southgate has expressed his opinion on the upcoming 2026 World Cup, calling it an “amazing tournament.” However, the England manager has not confirmed whether he will continue in his current post beyond this year. His contract is set to expire in December, and sources have revealed that the Football Association
FIFA has found itself in hot water after receiving a warning of potential legal action from both players and national leagues regarding the recent additions of new and larger competitions to the already congested calendar of men’s international football. In a strongly worded letter from the global players union FIFPRO and the World Leagues Association,
The luxury box owners at Mexico City’s Azteca Stadium are gearing up for a battle with FIFA as the 2026 World Cup approaches. These owners have cited a 60-year-old deal that grants them unlimited access to their seats for 99 years. The tumultuous history of the purchase of the luxury boxes at Azteca has now