World Cup match-fixing fears emerge after FIFA lifts US player Balogun’s red card suspension following pressure from President Trump
FIFA announced on Sunday that the suspension had been lifted, triggering praise from Trump and outrage from Belgium’s team.
Iconic Mbappé looks set to eclipse Lionel Messi for World Cup lead after grabbing a brace as France humbled Sweden 3-0
France, the World Cup runner-up four years ago and a tournament favourite this time, has outscored opponents 13-2, with Michael Olise assisting on five goals.
No longer super: ‘Nigeria have to bring in foreign-born players because their league is not producing enough talent’
Multiple sources interviewed for this article, who asked to remain anonymous to protect relationships, have suggested that some players are reluctant to represent them because of repeated off-field issues and a lack of professionalism.
Kenya national football team coach names squad for Madagascar, Comoros friendlies
The friendlies will be played during next month’s Fifa window from November 10-18, 2025.
Fifa launches technology-inspired official match ball of World Cup 2026 that sends precise data to VAR in real time
Trionda boasts several key performance innovations. The four-panel construction incorporates intentionally deep seams, creating a surface that produces optimal in-flight stability by ensuring sufficient and evenly distributed drag as the ball travels through the air.
