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Government reconsiders 2026 World Cup broadcast bid
Government reconsiders 2026 World Cup broadcast bid
Tuesday 19 May 2026 09:50 AM
FOOTBALL: The government is reconsidering whether to pursue broadcasting rights for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after estimating the cost at more than B1.7 billion.
Madonna, Shakira, BTS to headline first World Cup final half-time show
Madonna, Shakira, BTS to headline first World Cup final half-time show
Saturday 16 May 2026 02:00 PM
FOOTBALL: Madonna, Shakira and K-pop megastars BTS will headline a Super Bowl-style half-time show at the World Cup final on July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, FIFA said on Thursday (May 14).
FIFA unveils red card crackdown at World Cup
FIFA unveils red card crackdown at World Cup
Wednesday 29 April 2026 02:00 PM
FOOTBALL: FIFA has confirmed law changes will be rolled out at the World Cup that will see players who cover their mouths during confrontations with opponents facing a red card as part of a new initiative aimed at combating racism.
Premier League fans back call to scrap VAR
Premier League fans back call to scrap VAR
Tuesday 31 March 2026 10:15 AM
FOOTBALL: More than three-quarters of Premier League fans would like to see VAR scrapped and even more believe it has a detrimental impact on the matchday experience, according to a survey by the Football Supporters’ Association (FSA).
Gulf’s strategy of sporting investment rocked by war
Gulf’s strategy of sporting investment rocked by war
Sunday 29 March 2026 12:00 PM
ALL SPORT: Around 80,000 fans were hoping to see Lionel Messi take on Lamine Yamal in Doha, while thousands more were gearing up for the F1 grands prix in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia, but the war in the Middle East had other plans.
How to Build an Elephant
How to Build an Elephant
Saturday 28 March 2026 03:00 PM
FOOTBALL: In the quiet, climate-controlled sanctuary of his Bangkok apartment, the man tasked with steering Thailand toward a maiden World Cup discusses the ghosts of his global apprenticeship, the tactical limitations of “Jai Dee”, and why data will never replace the human eye.
New FIFA ruling boosts prospects for women coaches
New FIFA ruling boosts prospects for women coaches
Saturday 21 March 2026 12:30 PM
FOOTBALL: All teams participating in a women’s tournament organised by FIFA will be required to have a female head coach or assistant after football’s governing body passed ground-breaking regulations at its council meeting on Thursday (Mar 19).
Iran ‘welcome to compete’ in World Cup, says Trump
Iran ‘welcome to compete’ in World Cup, says Trump
Thursday 12 March 2026 10:16 AM
FOOTBALL: US President Donald Trump would “welcome” Iran’s participation at the upcoming World Cup in North America, despite the ongoing Middle East war, the White House said yesterday (Mar 11).
World Cup marks 100-day countdown amid political upheaval
World Cup marks 100-day countdown amid political upheaval
Wednesday 4 March 2026 10:30 AM
FOOTBALL: The 100-day countdown to the biggest World Cup in history got under way yesterday (Mar 3) against a chaotic backdrop of global unrest, from US-Israeli strikes on Iran to surging violence in Mexico and anxiety over Donald Trump’s domestic agenda.
Contenders plot path to 2026 World Cup glory
Contenders plot path to 2026 World Cup glory
Sunday 7 December 2025 04:00 PM
FOOTBALL: The path to glory at the 2026 World Cup has now been laid out after the contenders discovered their tournament fate at Friday’s (Dec 5) draw ceremony in Washington which was dominated by Donald Trump.
Football world braces for 2026 World Cup draw with Trump presiding
Football world braces for 2026 World Cup draw with Trump presiding
Thursday 4 December 2025 11:00 AM
FOOTBALL: The draw for the 2026 World Cup - the biggest edition of football’s global showpiece ever held - takes place in Washington tomorrow (Dec 5) with US President Donald Trump expected to feature prominently in proceedings.
Trump unveils fast-track visas for World Cup ticket holders
Trump unveils fast-track visas for World Cup ticket holders
Tuesday 18 November 2025 09:26 AM
FOOTBALL: President Donald Trump unveiled special fast-track visas for people with tickets to the 2026 World Cup yesterday (Nov 17) - but his administration warned it was no guarantee of entry to the United States.
Matthews at the double as England beat Canada to win Women’s Rugby World Cup
Matthews at the double as England beat Canada to win Women’s Rugby World Cup
Sunday 28 September 2025 11:23 AM
RUGBY: Alex Matthews scored two tries as tournament hosts and favourites England ended their long wait to win a third Women’s Rugby World Cup title with a 33-13 victory over Canada at Twickenham yesterday (Sept 27).
England, Canada to vie for Women’s Rugby World Cup glory
England, Canada to vie for Women’s Rugby World Cup glory
Sunday 21 September 2025 02:30 PM
RUGBY: Ellie Kildunne marked her return from concussion with two tries as England saw off a spirited France 35-17 in their Women’s Rugby World Cup semi-final in Bristol yesterday (Sept 20).
Thai FA Targets 2027 Women’s World Cup
Thai FA Targets 2027 Women’s World Cup
Wednesday 18 June 2025 09:30 AM
FOOTBALL: The Football Association of Thailand (FAT) has officially launched a strategic plan for women’s football under the vision “From Grassroots to Greatness,” reaffirming its commitment to returning the Thai women’s national team, known as “Chaba Kaew,” to the FIFA Women’s World Cup stage with the campaign “Road to Brazil 2027.”
The Pope with ‘two left feet’ who loved the ‘beautiful game’
The Pope with ‘two left feet’ who loved the ‘beautiful game’
Sunday 27 April 2025 03:00 PM
FOOTBALL: His predecessor loved Mozart, but Pope Francis’s passion was football - for him “the most beautiful game” and also a vehicle to educate and spread peace.
FIFA confirms Saudi Arabia as 2034 World Cup host
FIFA confirms Saudi Arabia as 2034 World Cup host
Thursday 12 December 2024 10:27 AM
FOOTBALL: FIFA yesterday (Dec 11) confirmed that Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 World Cup, underlining the Gulf kingdom’s growing influence in world sport despite criticism of the country’s human rights record.
Tuchel targets England World Cup glory
Tuchel targets England World Cup glory
Thursday 17 October 2024 10:38 AM
FOOTBALL: Thomas Tuchel said he must rise to the challenge of ending England’s wait for a first major trophy since 1966 as the German was unveiled as the new manager of the Three Lions yesterday (Oct 16).
Thailand's futsal team eye historic quarter-final spot
Thailand's futsal team eye historic quarter-final spot
Wednesday 25 September 2024 11:41 AM
BANGKOK: Thailand coach Miguel Rodrigo is busy devising a game plan to help his men pull off an upset win over France on Friday and make it to the quarter-finals of the Fifa Futsal World Cup for the first time.
China football fans send money to Singapore goalkeeper for heroics
China football fans send money to Singapore goalkeeper for heroics
Friday 14 June 2024 12:56 PM
FOOTBALL: Singapore’s veteran goalkeeper Hassan Sunny says Chinese football fans have been sending him money to say thank you for his unlikely role in keeping their World Cup dreams alive.

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