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2026 World Cup draw is kind to favorites as Trump takes limelight

2026 World Cup draw is kind to favorites as Trump takes limelight

Holders Argentina and leading contenders Spain were handed kind draws for the 2026 World Cup in a star-studded ceremony at which U.S. President Donald Trump received FIFA's new peace prize.
Ronaldo can play in 2026 World Cup opener as FIFA suspends ban

Ronaldo can play in 2026 World Cup opener as FIFA suspends ban

FIFA to keep top seeds apart in expanded 2026 World Cup draw

FIFA to keep top seeds apart in expanded 2026 World Cup draw

FIFA unveils new Peace Prize ahead of 2026 World Cup draw in Washington

FIFA unveils new Peace Prize ahead of 2026 World Cup draw in Washington

FIFA has created a new annual award called the FIFA Peace Prize to be awarded for the first time during the 2026 World Cup draw in Washington, world football's governing body said Wednesday.
November 6, 2025 | 04:33 pm PT
FIFA hopes 2026 World Cup cities will be 'ready' for games after Trump comments about security

FIFA hopes 2026 World Cup cities will be 'ready' for games after Trump comments about security

FIFA said on Wednesday it hoped all 16 host cities will be "ready" to stage games at the 2026 World Cup finals after U.S. President Donald Trump suggested matches could be moved for security reasons.
October 15, 2025 | 08:06 pm PT
Indonesian media, public call for coach Kluivert's sacking after World Cup failure

Indonesian media, public call for coach Kluivert's sacking after World Cup failure

Coach Patrick Kluivert is under fire following Indonesia's elimination from the fourth round of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, with local media demanding his dismissal.
October 13, 2025 | 12:42 am PT
Indonesian fans chant coach Shin Tae-yong’s name after failed World Cup qualification

Indonesian fans chant coach Shin Tae-yong’s name after failed World Cup qualification

After Indonesia’s disappointing 0–1 defeat to Iraq in the fourth round of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, thousands of Indonesian fans began chanting the name Shin Tae-yong, their national team’s previous head coach.
October 11, 2025 | 10:32 pm PT
Indonesia receive three red cards as team official pushes referee after losing to Iraq in World Cup qualifiers

Indonesia receive three red cards as team official pushes referee after losing to Iraq in World Cup qualifiers

Indonesia’s frustration boiled over after their 0–1 defeat to Iraq in the fourth round of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, as multiple team members confronted Chinese referee Ma Ning, resulting in three red cards.
October 11, 2025 | 08:13 pm PT
Indonesia's World Cup dream shattered after defeat to Iraq

Indonesia's World Cup dream shattered after defeat to Iraq

Indonesia's World Cup dream came to an end on Saturday night as they were beaten 0-1 by Iraq in the fourth round of the qualifiers.
October 11, 2025 | 05:44 pm PT
Indonesia lose to Saudi Arabia in World Cup qualifiers despite getting two penalties

Indonesia lose to Saudi Arabia in World Cup qualifiers despite getting two penalties

Indonesia suffered a narrow 2-3 comeback defeat to Saudi Arabia in Group B of the 2026 World Cup fourth qualifying round at King Abdullah Stadium on Wednesday night, despite scoring early.
October 8, 2025 | 03:27 pm PT
FIFA introduces AI-enhanced ball for 2026 World Cup

FIFA introduces AI-enhanced ball for 2026 World Cup

FIFA has officially unveiled a groundbreaking ball for the 2026 World Cup, featuring artificial intelligence (AI) technology to assist players and referees during matches.
October 4, 2025 | 03:03 pm PT
AFC rejects Indonesia's referee request for 2026 World Cup qualifier against Saudi Arabia

AFC rejects Indonesia's referee request for 2026 World Cup qualifier against Saudi Arabia

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has confirmed that a referee team from Kuwait will be in charge of Indonesia’s match with Saudi Arabia in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, rejecting Indonesia’s request for alternative officials.
September 19, 2025 | 06:00 pm PT
South Korean striker Hwang Ui-jo to miss 2026 World Cup after prison sentence for illegal filming of girlfriends

South Korean striker Hwang Ui-jo to miss 2026 World Cup after prison sentence for illegal filming of girlfriends

South Korea striker Hwang Ui-jo will not be able to play at the 2026 World Cup after a Seoul court handed him a prison sentence over secretly filming former girlfriends during sexual encounters.
September 17, 2025 | 06:19 pm PT
Indonesia national football team gifted Rolex watches by president after World Cup qualifier victory over China

Indonesia national football team gifted Rolex watches by president after World Cup qualifier victory over China

Members of the Indonesia national football team were treated to a celebratory lunch and gifted Rolex watches by President Prabowo Subianto following their 1-0 victory over China in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.
June 9, 2025 | 02:54 pm PT
Australia beat China 2-0 to take step nearer to World Cup

Australia beat China 2-0 to take step nearer to World Cup

Australia took a step closer to automatic World Cup qualification with a comfortable 2-0 victory over China in Hangzhou on Tuesday.
March 25, 2025 | 05:44 am PT
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