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FIFA confirms hosts for 2030 and 2034 World Cups

December 12, 2024

FIFA has officially announced that Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 men’s World Cup, while Spain, Portugal, and Morocco will jointly organize the 2030 edition. The decision was confirmed at the Extraordinary FIFA Congress, attended by all 211 member associations via video link. Centennial matches in South America for 2030 The 2030 tournament will also […]

FIFA confirms hosts for 2030 and 2034 World Cups

December 12, 2024

FIFA has officially announced that Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 men’s World Cup, while Spain, Portugal, and Morocco will jointly organize the 2030 edition. The decision was confirmed at the Extraordinary FIFA Congress, attended by all 211 member associations via video link. Centennial matches in South America for 2030 The 2030 tournament will also […]

Germany’s Dominant Victory Strengthens World Cup Dreams

November 17, 2024

Germany delivered an emphatic 7-0 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina in Freiburg, showing why they could be early contenders for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the USA, Canada, and Mexico. Midfielder Joshua Kimmich, speaking after the match, shared his thoughts on the team’s progress and their readiness to take on future challenges. “Hope is […]

Mbappé Dispute, Team Fatigue Put Deschamps’ Role in Question

November 8, 2024

Didier Deschamps has been at the helm of the French national team for over a decade, guiding them to World Cup success in 2018. Yet, recent reports suggest a growing discontent within the team regarding his approach. After twelve years under his management, some players are reportedly weary of his leadership, sparking discussions around a […]

Vinicius makes controversial claim amidst Spain World Cup host participation

September 9, 2024

Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior claims Spain should be stripped of its 2030 World Cup hosting duties, if they fail to tame racism issue in stadiums.  The Brazils number 7, who has been a constant victim of racist abuse from rivals fans in La Liga, said during an interview on CNN on Tuesday that things […]

Ancelotti Plans Player Holidays Amid Busy Schedule

August 17, 2024

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has revealed that the club is contemplating granting players mid-season breaks in response to the ever-growing schedule in football. His comments come after the Professional Footballers’ Association, alongside players’ union Fifpro, initiated legal action against Fifa in June over the increasing demands on players’ time due to an “unmanageable” fixture […]

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 […]

Alexis Mac Allister declares his position on Arsenal, Chelsea and Liverpool transfer links

January 4, 2023

Several reports link Alexis Mac Allister to Arsenal, Chelsea and Liverpool.  The Argentine midfielder is not keen to leave Brighton despite the interest in his services. The World Cup is usually a hunting ground for prospective players by clubs. The Qatar edition of the tournament was no different, as many players shone and glistened in […]

Luka Modric turns down offer from Saudi Arabia to remain at Real Madrid

January 3, 2023

2018 World Cup Golden Ball winner Luka Modric has turned down an offer from Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia to remain at Real Madrid. Modric, who led Croatia to finish on the World Cup podium for the second tournament in a row at the just concluded 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, has been targeted by […]

Benfica to block Enzo Fernandez exit with Chelsea lurking

December 30, 2022

Portuguese Primeira Liga side Benfica have put out a definitive statement on midfielder Enzo Fernandez, saying that he is not for sale. The 2022 FIFA World Cup young player of the tournament is attracting attention from all across Europe thanks to his exploits at the just concluded 22nd edition of the global showpiece in Qatar. […]

Galtier tries to douse Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe tensions at PSG

December 28, 2022

Emiliano Martinez has stocked the fire of enmity between Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe at PSG. The Aston Villa goalkeeper taunted the World Cup top scorer following their victory in Qatar. The World Cup is over, but the effects reverberate beyond the shores of Qatar. It was a bitter-sweet tournament, as it left different flavours […]

Ballon d’Or 2023 decision already in favour of Messi – Lewandowski

December 28, 2022

Robert Lewandowski believes winning the World Cup makes Lionel Messi the slam-dunk choice for the Ballon d’Or award in 2023. Gone are the days when football awards were exciting, competitive and fascinating. Things have changed, and football has become more of commerce, ensuring the highest bidder gets it. Perhaps it is untrue and merely a […]

Eddie Nketiah rejects Gabriel Jesus comparisons after commanding performance in Arsenal win

December 28, 2022

Arsenal man Eddie Nketiah has stated that he is not in the squad to replace Gabriel Jesus as the Gunners look to end 2022 at the top of the Premier League. Jesus picked up an injury while representing Brazil at the just concluded World Cup in Qatar and the resulting surgery has sidelined him until […]

Conte is confident of Kane’s mentality despite World Cup fiasco

December 27, 2022

Antonio Conte insists he was always confident about the mentality of Harry Kane despite a poor World Cup outing. Harry Kane scored just two goals for England at the Qatar 2022 World Cup. The World Cup is over, and everybody has moved on to other things. The Premier League is back, with several matches played […]

Zinedine Zidane emerges as one of the targets for the Brazil job

December 26, 2022

Brazil continue to search for a new manager following the resignation of Tite after their ouster at the World Cup. Zinedine Zidane has emerged as another contender for the job, as Brazil wants a well-known name. The World Cup in Qatar left bitter feelings for Brazil. The Selecao was favoured to win the tournament, thanks […]

Leao admits to enjoying Arsenal this season; leaves door open to Premier League move

December 25, 2022

Rafael Leao has admitted that Arsenal are one of his favourite teams this season, leading to increased speculation about his future at AC Milan. Leao is back with the Rossoneri after giving a good account of himself at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar with Portugal and is working with the team to defend […]

Brazil chase Jose Mourinho as Tite replacement following snub by Carlo Ancelotti

December 24, 2022

Brazil have now shifted their focus to Jose Mourinho to replace Tite as the new Brazil manager. Carlo Ancelotti was their first option, but the Italian opted to remain with Real Madrid. Brazil were the top dog to win the World Cup in Qatar, but the Selecao surprisingly lost out in the quarter-final stage to […]

Arsenal target Argentina World Cup hero for summer transfer

December 23, 2022

Arsenal have been reported to be interested in signing Argentina midfielder Alexis Mac Allister but will not make a move for him in the January transfer window. The Gunners are in desperate need of midfield and attacking reinforcements and have been linked to a few including Hale End academy graduate Yunus Musah, now at Valencia […]

Cristiano Ronaldo ‘in direct contact’ over Al-Nassr transfer

December 22, 2022

Cristiano Ronaldo is reportedly close to concluding arrangements to sign a deal with his next club. The Portugal international has been without a club since he departed Manchester United a few weeks ago. Cristiano Ronaldo is an embodiment of determination. The Portugal superstar pushed himself from humble beginnings to become a football great and one […]

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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