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
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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
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
In a move that has raised eyebrows and sparked controversy, FIFA announced a sponsorship deal with Saudi Arabia’s state oil firm Aramco. This partnership further solidifies the already close ties between FIFA and the kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The deal, which runs through 2027, includes sponsorship of the upcoming men’s World Cup in 2026, which
Saudi Arabia recently made waves in the world of football by launching their formal campaign to host the prestigious 2034 FIFA World Cup. This bid, which seemed like a sure thing since the Gulf nation was the sole candidate in the running, marks a significant moment in the country’s sports history. A Symbolic Logo and