News Update FIFA has controversially lifted Folarin Balogun’s one-match World Cup suspension, allowing the U.S. striker to face Belgium in the last 16 after President Donald Trump requested a review. President Donald…
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Infantino turns to Trump amid world cup deal scandal
FIFA president, Gianni Infantino, is seeking the help of US president Donald Trump, in a bid to keep his job. Infantino is under pressure to resign from the role, following his failed…
FULL LIST: FIFA bans oversized power banks, 32 other items from World cup 2026
News Update With the World Cup fast approaching, FIFA officials have issued a strict warning to fans about prohibited items that will not be allowed inside stadiums across the United States, Canada,…
Okocha honored in World cup history
Super Eagles legend Jay-Jay Okocha holds the record for the most successful dribbles in a single FIFA World Cup match. According to FIFA statistics, Okocha completed 15 successful dribbles during Nigeria’s clash…
2026 world cup: FIFA introduces Sign Language
FIFA has announced that the 2026 FIFA World Cup will become the first edition of the tournament to provide sign language interpretation broadcasts for every match as part of a broader push…
FIFA Introduces new World Cup Red Card Alerts for players
World Cup players who cover their mouths during confrontations with opponents will face a red card as part of a new initiative aimed at combating racism, world governing body FIFA said on…
Osun eyes FIFA certification for Osogbo stadium
The Governor of Osun State, Ademola Adeleke, has expressed confidence that the ongoing remodelling of Osogbo Stadium will meet international standards, including requirements set by FIFA, once completed. According to a post…
FIFA probes Spanish FA over anti-Muslim chants in Egypt friendly
World football’s governing body, FIFA, has opened disciplinary proceedings against the Spanish football federation over anti-Muslim chants heard at a recent match between Spain and Egypt. During the international friendly on March…
World Cup: YouTube becomes FIFA ‘preferred platform’
YouTube has secured a major partnership with FIFA to enhance how fans watch the 2026 World Cup, with the platform named an official “preferred” digital partner for the tournament. Under the agreement,…
W’cup: FIFA sanctions Nigeria, DR Congo
FIFA has sanctioned the Nigeria Football Federation and the DR Congo Football Federation following disciplinary incidents that occurred during their 2026 FIFA World Cup African play-off final. DR Congo beat Nigeria 4–3…