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Golf icon Tiger Woods has stepped down from his role as captain of the United States team for the 2027 Ryder Cup as he focuses on his health following a recent legal and medical situation. A Florida court permitted Woods to travel outside the United States for treatment at a […]

According to the latest FIFA rankings, thirteen nations in the top 50 will miss the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Notable absentees include Italy, Nigeria, and Denmark. Italy, ranked 12th, will miss the tournament for the third consecutive time. Nigeria, ranked 26th, is the highest-ranked African side not qualifying. Denmark, at […]

Napoli are reviewing disciplinary measures after Belgian striker Romelu Lukaku failed to attend a scheduled training session on Tuesday. The club confirmed that it reserves the right to decide whether Lukaku will continue training with the team and may take further action, including excluding him from upcoming matches. Lukaku’s absence […]

Kenya has officially paid the $30 million hosting fee to the Confederation of African Football (CAF), securing its role as a co-host of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Cabinet Secretary for Sports, Salim Mvurya, described the payment as a demonstration of Kenya’s readiness and commitment to delivering a […]

FIFA vice-president Victor Montagliani has downplayed widespread security and political concerns surrounding the 2026 World Cup, insisting that such issues have always accompanied the tournament. Speaking in Atlanta, Montagliani said, “Every World Cup has had geopolitical issues… once the first ball is kicked, people focus on the game.” The tournament, […]

Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe has expressed confidence that Neymar will be ready to play in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, despite being left out of Brazil’s recent squad for friendlies against France and Croatia. Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti cited fitness concerns for excluding Neymar, who admitted he was disappointed […]

FIFA is set to consider replacements for Iran at the 2026 World Cup after the country announced its withdrawal following a series of devastating US-Israeli airstrikes. The attacks reportedly killed Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, and caused significant damage to parts of the capital, Tehran. Iran had finished top […]

In an electrifying round of Premier League fixtures on March 4, 2026, Newcastle United stunned Manchester United 2-1 at St James’ Park, ending Michael Carrick’s seven-game unbeaten run as interim manager. William Osula came off the bench to score a dramatic late winner for Newcastle, who played the second half […]

The Burkina Faso Football Federation has appointed Amir Abdou as the new head coach of the national team, following the Stallions’ early exit from the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. The 53-year-old Franco-Comorian tactician replaces Brama Traore, whose tenure ended after the disappointing continental campaign. The federation said […]