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Colombia and Portugal held scoreless in Miami as Group K ends with a tactical World Cup 2026 draw

Colombia and Portugal drew 0-0 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens in the third round of Group K at the 2026 World Cup. Defensive discipline, goalkeeping saves and late caution shaped a tense match that left Colombia top of the group and Portugal advancing from second place

28.06.2026

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Taremi attacks FIFA after Iran draw over visa chaos, travel strain and Tijuana base at 2026 World Cup

Iran captain Mehdi Taremi strongly criticized FIFA and Gianni Infantino after a third group-stage draw at the 2026 World Cup. Iran says visa problems, missing staff and constant travel from its Tijuana base seriously disrupted preparation and raised questions about equal conditions at the tournament

27.06.2026

Sports

FIFA suspends Nepal Football Association over dispute with National Sports Council and ANFA governance

FIFA has suspended the Nepal Football Association over alleged third-party interference in ANFA affairs, leaving Nepal’s national teams and clubs barred from FIFA and AFC competitions and cut off from development programmes until the governance dispute is resolved

26.06.2026

Sports

FIFA, 2026 World Cup tickets and Gianni Infantino: how ticket allocations strengthen presidential power

Deutschlandfunk’s series on Gianni Infantino has raised questions about FIFA’s 2026 World Cup ticketing system, high prices and allocations given to national associations. Critics say the model can create loyalty toward the leadership of world football’s governing body

26.06.2026

Sports

Emerse Faé challenges Schweinsteiger as Ivory Coast celebrates historic World Cup breakthrough

Emerse Faé strongly responded to Bastian Schweinsteiger’s comments about Ivory Coast’s style of play, calling them an offensive stereotype. After beating Curaçao and reaching the World Cup knockout stage for the first time, the coach stressed his team’s tactical maturity, intelligence and discipline

26.06.2026

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Brazil beat Scotland 3-0 in Miami, Group C top spot and stronger World Cup 2026 knockout momentum secured

Brazil defeated Scotland 3-0 at Miami Stadium in the third round of Group C at the 2026 World Cup. Vinícius Júnior scored twice and Matheus Cunha added another goal as Brazil sealed first place, while Scotland was left waiting on the ranking of third-placed teams after a damaging result for its goal difference

26.06.2026

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Egypt and Iran face Seattle World Cup decider as Pride Match debate and rainbow flags follow Group G

The Egypt vs Iran match in Seattle, crucial for the 2026 World Cup Group G race, has gained a strong social dimension because of the Pride Match theme and rainbow flags. FIFA and local organizers do not plan a ban, while both teams object to linking the game with LGBTQ+ visibility before a decisive football night

25.06.2026

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FIFA suspension for Assim Madibo after Ismaël Koné tackle and broken leg in Canada vs Qatar World Cup clash

A five-match suspension for Assim Madibo after the tackle that left Ismaël Koné with a broken leg has raised a central question for FIFA: should punishment reflect the danger of the foul or the severity of its outcome? The Canada-Qatar case is now a test of disciplinary consistency, player safety and World Cup precedent

25.06.2026

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Bosnia and Herzegovina near USA clash after Qatar win in World Cup knockout race at the 2026 World Cup

With a 3-1 win over Qatar, Bosnia and Herzegovina finished third in Group B on four points and moved very close to the 2026 World Cup knockout stage. Under FIFA’s bracket, the most likely opponent in the round of 32 is now the USA, Group D winner and one of the tournament hosts, in what could become Bosnia’s biggest test in years

24.06.2026

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Paraguayan commentator Jorge Vera loses FIFA accreditation after live World Cup outburst over red card

Paraguayan commentator Jorge “Chipi” Vera lost his FIFA accreditation after an angry live broadcast reaction during Paraguay’s World Cup match against Turkey. The case sparked debate over the new rule, referee criticism and professional media standards at major football tournaments

24.06.2026

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Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Qatar in Seattle for the 2026 World Cup knockout race after tense Group B drama

Bosnia and Herzegovina and Qatar meet in Seattle for a decisive Group B match at the 2026 World Cup. Both teams have one point, and victory keeps alive the fight for one of the best third-place spots and a possible place in the knockout stage. Defeat would almost certainly end the tournament, giving the match major competitive and historic weight

24.06.2026

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FIFA defends hydration breaks at World Cup 2026 as Infantino rejects claims of ad-driven stoppages during matches

FIFA is defending mandatory hydration breaks at the 2026 World Cup, saying they protect players from heat and intense match workloads. Gianni Infantino rejects claims of extra revenue, while critics argue that the stoppages disrupt the rhythm of games and intensify debate over football commercialization

24.06.2026

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Articles with this tag

Colombia and Portugal held scoreless in Miami as Group K ends with a tactical World Cup 2026 draw

Taremi attacks FIFA after Iran draw over visa chaos, travel strain and Tijuana base at 2026 World Cup

FIFA suspends Nepal Football Association over dispute with National Sports Council and ANFA governance

FIFA, 2026 World Cup tickets and Gianni Infantino: how ticket allocations strengthen presidential power

Emerse Faé challenges Schweinsteiger as Ivory Coast celebrates historic World Cup breakthrough

Brazil beat Scotland 3-0 in Miami, Group C top spot and stronger World Cup 2026 knockout momentum secured

Egypt and Iran face Seattle World Cup decider as Pride Match debate and rainbow flags follow Group G

FIFA suspension for Assim Madibo after Ismaël Koné tackle and broken leg in Canada vs Qatar World Cup clash

Bosnia and Herzegovina near USA clash after Qatar win in World Cup knockout race at the 2026 World Cup

Paraguayan commentator Jorge Vera loses FIFA accreditation after live World Cup outburst over red card

Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Qatar in Seattle for the 2026 World Cup knockout race after tense Group B drama

FIFA defends hydration breaks at World Cup 2026 as Infantino rejects claims of ad-driven stoppages during matches

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