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FIFA’s disastrous ambitious push for a 64-team World Cup: Expansion, inclusion and controversy
FIFA President Gianni Infantino is considering expanding the FIFA World Cup to 64 teams for the 2030 centenary tournament, a move that has sparked significant debate among…
The 2026 FIFA World Cup: Commercial spectacle over the soul of the game
The 2026 FIFA World Cup, co-hosted by the US, Canada, and Mexico, was touted as a landmark expansion. However, it's now seen as a stark warning, with FIFA, under President Gianni…
Argentina and Spain set for historic World Cup Final clash
The 2026 FIFA World Cup culminates in a thrilling final at MetLife Stadium, New Jersey, as defending champions Argentina, featuring Lionel Messi, take on European champions…
The Gods of football have mercy on Messi: Argentina’s epic 3-2 comeback over Egypt
Witness the incredible moment Lionel Messi and Argentina defied elimination, staging a historic 3-2 comeback against Egypt in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 after trailing…
Teams advancing to the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16: A historic moment for African football
The 2026 FIFA World Cup, co-hosted by Canada, Mexico and the United States, has reached the thrilling Round of 16. This edition marks a historic milestone for African football,…
Bafana Bafana’s historic World Cup run: Pride, progress and the need for ambition
Bafana Bafana made history at the 2026 Fifa World Cup, reaching the knockout stages for the first time and exceeding expectations. This achievement, including qualification ahead…
Editorial: Thank you, Bafana Bafana
Thapelo Maseko's solitary goal against South Korea has etched his name in history, as Bafana Bafana qualify for the last 32 knockout stages of the 2026 Fifa World Cup for the…
Bafana Bafana’s knockout breakthrough: Pride, caution and the long road ahead
South Africa is erupting with joy as Bafana Bafana achieve the impossible, advancing to the FIFA World Cup knockout phase. After decades of heartbreak, this moment feels like a…
Record-Breaking Ronaldo: The eternal goalscorer who defies history
Cristiano Ronaldo has once again rewritten the record books, becoming the first man to score in six different FIFA World Cups. This milestone is a testament to the Portuguese…
Lionel Messi: The undisputed GOAT
At 38, Lionel Messi is rewriting history at the 2026 Fifa World Cup, silencing doubters with five goals in two matches, including a hat-trick and a record-breaking brace. He's…
Bafana Bafana’s World Cup permutations: Time to fight and deliver
As South Africa’s national team, Bafana Bafana, navigates the 2026 Fifa World Cup in North America, the permutations for advancement from Group A are razor-sharp and unforgiving.…
Cracks emerge in the 2026 FIFA World Cup: From robbery to referee rows
The 2026 Fifa World Cup, hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, is already facing significant challenges. Incidents like the robbery of the England national team and…
Climate change increases risk of extreme heat at nearly all 2026 World Cup matches, studies find
Climate change is increasing the likelihood that players will face heat conditions linked to reduced performance at nearly every match in the 2026 World Cup, according to new…
Ode to football: Can the FIFA World Cup bring peace to the world?
The FIFA World Cup begins on 11 June 2026, hosted across Canada, Mexico and the United States—the first time the tournament has been shared by three countries. It opens, however,…
Bafana Bafana: A squad built for more than just participation
The current squad stands out as one of the most impressive in recent memory. Its strength draws heavily from the domestic powerhouse clubs