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The 20-year-old Argentinian was accused of making a racist insult towards the Brazilian in February, while covering his mouth with his shirt.
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FIFA has released its latest world rankings following a busy March international window, with Nigeria holding steady despite a promising set of results.
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Italy’s captain Gianluigi Donnarumma expressed deep disappointment after the national team failed to secure a place at the 2026 World Cup.
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Head coach Sébastien Desabre has credited the collective commitment and sacrifices of his players, technical staff, federation officials, government, and the entire nation for DR Congo’s historic qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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Manchester City striker Erling Haaland and Galatasaray forward Victor Osimhen headline the list of the most valuable players yet to feature at a FIFA World Cup.
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Spain international Lamine Yamal has spoken out following the anti-Muslim chants heard during his country’s goalless draw with Egypt, describing the incident as “disrespectful” and “intolerable.”
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Italy’s Sport Minister Andrea Abodi said on Wednesday the head of the country’s football federation should step down after the national team failed to qualify for a third consecutive World Cup.
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Africa will have a record 10 teams at the 2026 FIFA World Cup following Democratic Republic of the Congo’s qualification, sealing an extra slot for the continent.
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As the final play-offs for the expanded FIFA World Cup 2026 have been concluded, it promises to be the most inclusive in history, featuring 48 teams across North America.
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Kaoru Mitoma’s first-half goal at Wembley condemned England to their first-ever loss against an Asian nation at the 11th attempt.
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