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Nagelsmann’s Germany Contract Extended

April 19, 2024

Germany’s national football team received a significant boost as Julian Nagelsmann, the team’s manager, signed a contract extension that will keep him in charge until after the 2026 World Cup. Nagelsmann, who took over from Hansi Flick in September 2023, has won three out of his six games in charge so far. His previous contract […]

Nagelsmann’s Germany Contract Extended

April 19, 2024

Germany’s national football team received a significant boost as Julian Nagelsmann, the team’s manager, signed a contract extension that will keep him in charge until after the 2026 World Cup. Nagelsmann, who took over from Hansi Flick in September 2023, has won three out of his six games in charge so far. His previous contract […]

FA Eyes Southgate’s Extended Tenure

February 10, 2024

The Football Association is making it clear: they’re keen for Gareth Southgate to remain at the helm of the England national football team well beyond the upcoming European Championships. Initially slated to step down after the 2024 finals in Germany, Southgate, aged 53, has hinted at the possibility of stretching his tenure until the 2026 […]

World Cup 2026: expanded tournament returns to summer slot

February 7, 2024

The football world braces for a seismic shift as the 2026 World Cup gears up to shatter norms with a groundbreaking 48-team spectacle. Emerging from the shadows of the unconventional Qatar winter edition, this tournament promises a summer of unrivaled intensity, sprawled across the expansive landscapes of Canada, the United States, and Mexico. A departure […]

Lionel Messi reacts to Maracana crowd violence

November 22, 2023

Lionel Messi, the recently crowned Ballon d’Or winner, stated after Argentina’s thrilling victory over Brazil that the crowd situation “could have ended in tragedy” as the game was disrupted by violent altercations between supporters and police. Shortly before the 2026 World Cup qualifying match began, tensions in the stands erupted, and Brazilian police were recorded […]

Manchester United goalkeeper Onana picks up injury during international break

November 20, 2023

In the news is the fitness mishap suffered by Cameroonian goalkeeper, André Onana, of Manchester United. The 27-year-old former Barcelona La Masia academy player was on international duty with his home country when he was ruled out for their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying game against Libya. The decision came after tests were carried out […]

Neymar’s World Cup hopes hit by anterior cruciate ligament injury

October 19, 2023

Neymar, the iconic Brazilian footballer, faced a devastating setback in his pursuit of World Cup glory when he suffered a grievous anterior cruciate ligament injury during Brazil’s intense World Cup qualifying clash against Uruguay. The heart-wrenching incident unfolded at Montevideo’s Estadio Centenario, with Neymar being carried off the field on a stretcher, tears streaming down […]

The Paez Phenomenon: Awaiting Chelsea’s Youngest Wonderkid

October 14, 2023

In the world of football, youth has a name, and it’s Kendry Paez. At a mere 16 years and 161 days old, Paez etched his name into the annals of history as the youngest South American to ever find the net in a World Cup qualifier. In a thrilling showdown against Bolivia, Paez, guided by […]

Legendary goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon set to hang his gloves at 45 years old

August 2, 2023

One of the most anticipated retirements from the sport is here as legendary Italian shotstopper Gianluigi Buffon is set to exit the game at 45 years old. The 2006 FIFA World Cup winner has been playing at his boyhood club Parma for the last two years after stints at Juventus and Paris Saint-Germain. His career, […]

“European football will be fine,” UEFA president says amidst Saudi spending spree

June 19, 2023

UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin has downplayed the touted effects of Saudi Arabia’s spending on European football teams in the wake of a number of stars joining the Saudi Pro League. Saudi Arabia, one of the bidding countries for the rights to host the 2030 FIFA World Cup, is making early moves to convince the world […]

Lionel Messi reveals World Cup 2026 plans with Argentina

June 14, 2023

Lionel Messi has categorically stated that he has no intention of playing for Argentina in the 2026 World Cup. The forward, who recently made headlines after his decision to join MLS side Inter Miami, helped his side win the World Cup – his first ever – in Qatar last year. However, despite the hopes that […]

Mancini to remain as Italy manager despite playoffs elimination

March 29, 2022

Italy manager Roberto Mancini will remain in the dugout for the Azzurri, according to statements made in his latest press conference. Italy fell to minnows North Macedonia last Thursday in the dying minutes of their playoffs match to determine who progresses to the next round of the World Cup qualifiers. They would have set up […]

Ronaldo shuts down journalists questions on international future

March 29, 2022

Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo has effectively shit down questions on his international future ahead of their final playoff game against North Macedonia for a place at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. Portugal beat Turkey 3-1 to progress to the next round of the qualifiers, where many expected them to meet Italy. However, they […]

Gareth Bale slams critics after sending Wales to next playoffs round with brace

March 25, 2022

Wales team captain Gareth Bale has slammed his critics after his stunning brace helped the Dragons to beat Austria and set them up for the finale of the playoffs. The Real Madrid winger has come under fire from tabloids and pundits in Madrid where he has failed to get any meaningful opportunities to showcase his […]

Portugal manager calls for respect for North Macedonia after minnows dump Italy out of World Cup

March 25, 2022

Portugal manager Fernando Santos has asked the world to pay more attention to what North Macedonia can do after the minnow side dumped Italy, the European champions, out of the World Cup. Italy will miss two successive World Cups for the first time since 1958 thanks to a 92nd minute goal from Aleksandar Trajkovski sent […]

2022 Qatar World Cup: What to expect from historic World Cup

March 22, 2022

From the November-December date, to the host nation, and to the special circumstances surrounding the world at large, the FIFA 2022 World Cup is sure to remain in the memories of fans for a long time. Qatar’s preparation for the World Cup kicked into top gear at the turn of 2022. Images, news and reports […]

World Cup Qualifiers: Four historic World Cup qualifications that stunned the world

March 22, 2022

The international break has begun and teams are jetting off to their various camps to prepare for the final stretch of the FIFA 2022 World Cup qualifiers. CAF and UEFA teams will be engaging in playoffs, while the rest of the world’s football confederations will be wrapping up their qualification tournaments. At the end of […]

Tourist bookings for private jets skyrocket as Qatar 2022 draws near

March 7, 2022

Private jet companies in the United Arab Emirates and Qatar have seen a surge in demand for their services as the FIFA 2022 World Cup draws near. Qatar has estimated a World Cup-attending crowd of over 3.2 million from November to December 2022 when the 23rd edition of the global showpiece will take place. Tourists […]

FIFA decides on April 1 as Qatar 2022 World Cup draw date

February 18, 2022

The world football governing body FIFA has decided to carry out the draws for the FIFA World Cup 2022 in December on April 1. The reports are yet to be confirmed as FIFA has not released a statement however many reports from the Spanish press claim that FIFA has communicated this to all of its […]

Bonucci sends serious warning to Ronaldo ahead of World Cup qualitlfying playoffs

December 27, 2021

Leonardo Bonucci has sent a warning to former teammate Cristiano Ronaldo ahead of Italy and Portugal facing off in the European World Cup qualifying playoffs. Cristiano Ronaldo and his Portugal team could face Leonardo Bonucci and his Euro 2020 title winning Italy for a spot at the December 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. This […]

UEFA continues to oppose FIFA’s plans for a biennial World Cup

December 21, 2021

FIFA president Gianni Infantino is still facing a major obstacle in Aleksander Ceferin and UEFA in his plans for a biennial World Cup. FIFA plans to hold a stakeholders meeting with its 211 member nations on Monday. Ahead of the meeting, FIFA released the results of a fan survey which shows a majority disposition to […]

European World Cup 2022 playoff draws: Portugal hopes of qualifying slimmer in ‘path of death’

November 28, 2021

Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal will face an uphill battle in their playoffs for a spot at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar as they have been drawn in the same path as the Euro 2020 tournament champions, Italy. Both teams will not be playing each other from the start, however. Italy will be facing […]

Messi, Ronaldo, Lewandowski headline the FIFA best nominee list: Manchester United star missing

November 25, 2021

The 11-man shortlist for the FIFA Best Men’s player of the year award has been released, and the usual suspects are the headliners. Lionel Messi, Robert Lewandowski, Cristiano Ronaldo lead the nominations, with Kevin De Bruyne, Kylian Mbappe, Neymar and Mohammed Salah the other expected names on the list. The rest of the 11-man shortlist […]

Current Standings

Group A

Rank Teams Played Won Drawn Lost Current form
1 NetherlandsNLD 3 2 1 0 WDWWD
2 SenegalSEN 3 2 0 1 LWWL?
3 EcuadorECU 3 1 1 1 WDL??
4 QatarQAT 3 0 0 3 LLL??

Group B

Rank Teams Played Won Drawn Lost Current form
1 EnglandENG 3 2 1 0 WDWWL
2 USAUSA 3 1 2 0 DDWL?
3 IranIR 3 1 0 2 LWL??
4 WalesWAL 3 0 1 2 DLL??

Group C

Rank Teams Played Won Drawn Lost Current form
1 ArgentinaARG 3 2 0 1 WWDWD
2 PolandPOL 3 1 1 1 DWLL?
3 MexicoMEX 3 1 1 1 DLW??
4 Saudi ArabiaSAU 3 1 0 2 WLL??

Group D

Rank Teams Played Won Drawn Lost Current form
1 FranceFRA 3 2 0 1 LWWWD
2 AustraliaAUS 3 2 0 1 LWWL?
3 TunisiaTUN 3 1 1 1 DLW??
4 DenmarkDNK 3 0 1 2 DLL??

Group E

Rank Teams Played Won Drawn Lost Current form
1 JapanJPN 3 2 0 1 WLWD?
2 SpainESP 3 1 1 1 WDLD?
3 GermanyDEU 3 1 1 1 LDW??
4 Costa RicaCRC 3 1 0 2 LWL??

Group F

Rank Teams Played Won Drawn Lost Current form
1 MoroccoMAR 3 2 1 0 WDWLL
2 CroatiaHRV 3 1 2 0 DDDLW
3 BelgiumBEL 3 1 1 1 WLD??
4 CanadaCAN 3 0 0 3 LLL??

Group G

Rank Teams Played Won Drawn Lost Current form
1 BrazilBRA 3 2 0 1 WWLWD
2 SwitzerlandCHE 3 2 0 1 WLWL?
3 CameroonCMR 3 1 1 1 LDW??
4 SerbiaSRB 3 0 1 2 LDL??

Group H

Rank Teams Played Won Drawn Lost Current form
1 PortugalPRT 3 2 0 1 WWLWL
2 Korea RepublicKOR 3 1 1 1 DLWL?
3 UruguayURY 3 1 1 1 DLW??
4 GhanaGHA 3 1 0 2 LWL??

Results
Player Stats

League Table

Group A

Rank Teams Won Drawn Lost Points
1 NLD 2 1 0 7
2 SEN 2 0 1 6
3 ECU 1 1 1 4
4 QAT 0 0 3 0

Group B

Rank Teams Won Drawn Lost Points
1 ENG 2 1 0 7
2 USA 1 2 0 5
3 IR 1 0 2 3
4 WAL 0 1 2 1

Group C

Rank Teams Won Drawn Lost Points
1 ARG 2 0 1 6
2 POL 1 1 1 4
3 MEX 1 1 1 4
4 SAU 1 0 2 3

Group D

Rank Teams Won Drawn Lost Points
1 FRA 2 0 1 6
2 AUS 2 0 1 6
3 TUN 1 1 1 4
4 DNK 0 1 2 1

Group E

Rank Teams Won Drawn Lost Points
1 JPN 2 0 1 6
2 ESP 1 1 1 4
3 DEU 1 1 1 4
4 CRC 1 0 2 3

Group F

Rank Teams Won Drawn Lost Points
1 MAR 2 1 0 7
2 HRV 1 2 0 5
3 BEL 1 1 1 4
4 CAN 0 0 3 0

Group G

Rank Teams Won Drawn Lost Points
1 BRA 2 0 1 6
2 CHE 2 0 1 6
3 CMR 1 1 1 4
4 SRB 0 1 2 1

Group H

Rank Teams Won Drawn Lost Points
1 PRT 2 0 1 6
2 KOR 1 1 1 4
3 URY 1 1 1 4
4 GHA 1 0 2 3

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