1 hour ago 2026 World Cup: FIFA urged to stop ticket sales over exorbitant prices

FIFA has been urged to suspend ticket sales for the 2026 World Cup after fans raised complaints about “extortionate” prices, read more 2026 World Cup: FIFA urged to stop ticket sales over exorbitant prices

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24 h. ago Osimhen, Nigeria Eye AFCON Glory After Another World Cup Failure

Missing the 2026 World Cup marks the first time Nigeria will be absent from the tournament in back-to-back editions. The post Osimhen, Nigeria Eye AFCON Glory After Another World Cup Failure appeared first on Channels Television.

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5 d. ago ‘I Owe Nothing To Anyone – Ancelotti Gives Answer On Neymar’s World Cup Hopes

Carlo Ancelotti says he doesn’t “owe” anyone a place in his Brazil 2026 World Cup squad after once again being asked about Santos star Neymar’s prospects. The Brazil icon has repeatedly been left out of recent national squads due to injury issues, but after scoring a hat-trick for his club last time out, speculation over […]

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5 d. ago Football Icons Unite As Ronaldo, Totti, Others Set To Unveil FIFA World Cup 2026 Schedules

The footballing world is buzzing with anticipation as FIFA prepares for a monumental reveal on Saturday, December 6, 2025. In a spectacle set to captivate fans globally, the updated match schedule for the expanded FIFA World Cup 2026 will be unveiled, with an illustrious line-up of legends joining FIFA President Gianni Infantino. This is no […]

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6 d. ago 2026 World Cup: Champions Argentina Drawn Against Austria, Algeria, Jordan In Group J

The highly anticipated draw for the upcoming World Cup tournament has concluded on Friday night, revealing the group stage matchups that will set the scene for football’s biggest spectacle. Defending champions Argentina will begin their title defence in Group J, where they are set to face Austria, Algeria, and Jordan. England, hoping to make a […]

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6 d. ago Contenders Plot Path To 2026 World Cup Glory After Trump Steals Show At Draw

The US President received FIFA's new peace prize on stage at the Kennedy Center before the draw for the first 48-team World Cup, which offered kind starts to the tournament for holders Argentina and, in particular, the much-fancied Spain. The post Contenders Plot Path To 2026 World Cup Glory After Trump Steals Show At Draw appeared first on Channels Television.

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6 d. ago Brazil have ‘difficult’ World Cup group with Morocco, says Ancelotti

Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti reacts to the 2026 World Cup draw, calling their group with Morocco, Scotland, and Haiti ‘difficult.’ Read his full take. Read More: https://punchng.com/brazil-have-difficult-world-cup-group-with-morocco-says-ancelotti/

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6 d. ago ‘Bring it on,’ Scotland boss Clarke welcomes Brazil clash at 2026 World Cup

Scotland boss Steve Clarke reacts to the 2026 World Cup draw, welcoming the ‘special occasion’ of facing Brazil, Morocco, and Haiti in the group stage. Read More: https://punchng.com/bring-it-on-scotland-boss-clarke-welcomes-brazil-clash-at-2026-world-cup/

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6 d. ago Argentina, Spain Handed Kind Draws For 2026 World Cup (FULL LIST)

South Africa will play co-hosts Mexico in the opening match of the competition. The post Argentina, Spain Handed Kind Draws For 2026 World Cup (FULL LIST) appeared first on Channels Television.

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7 d. ago Trump to take center stage at 2026 World Cup draw in Washington

Donald Trump is set to play a prominent part in the star-studded 2026 World Cup draw in Washington, mapping the path for the first 48-team finals. Read More: https://punchng.com/trump-to-take-center-stage-at-2026-world-cup-draw-in-washington/

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7 d. ago World Cup 2026: Tuchel may keep England substitutes indoors to combat heat

England manager Thomas Tuchel discusses plans to combat the extreme World Cup 2026 heat, including possibly keeping substitutes indoors to stay cool. Read More: https://punchng.com/world-cup-2026-tuchel-may-keep-england-substitutes-indoors-to-combat-heat/

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7 d. ago Iran to attend 2026 World Cup draw despite visa boycott threat

Iran will attend Friday’s 2026 World Cup draw in Washington, D.C., despite earlier threats by the country’s football federation to read more Iran to attend 2026 World Cup draw despite visa boycott threat

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7 d. ago FIFA World Cup Trophy Touches Down In Washington DC Ahead Of 2026 Draw

Washington, D.C., in the United States, has rolled out the red carpet for the FIFA World Cup Trophy as it makes a highly anticipated tour of the US capital. The iconic trophy’s arrival precedes the Final Draw for the FIFA World Cup 2026, scheduled for Friday, 5th December. The football’s most coveted prize was unveiled […]

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8 d. ago World Cup Draw Starts Countdown To 2026 Finals With Trump Presiding

Now the US President is widely expected to be the first ever recipient of the FIFA Peace Prize, which will be awarded during the draw ceremony, "to recognize the enormous efforts of those individuals who unite people, bringing hope for future generations," as Infantino put it. The post World Cup Draw Starts Countdown To 2026 Finals With Trump Presiding appeared first on Channels Television.

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8 d. ago Sports icons Brady, Gretzky, Shaq join stars for 2026 World Cup draw

NFL legend Tom Brady, Wayne Gretzky, and Shaq will be among the stars helping conduct the draw for the 2026 World Cup co-hosted by the USA, Canada & Mexico Read More: https://punchng.com/sports-icons-brady-gretzky-shaq-join-stars-for-2026-world-cup-draw/

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8 d. ago Football World Gears Up For 2026 World Cup Draw As Trump Presides

On Friday, Trump and Infantino's burgeoning bromance will be back on display when they take centre stage at the draw for the 2026 World Cup in Washington. The post Football World Gears Up For 2026 World Cup Draw As Trump Presides appeared first on Channels Television.

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1 week ago 2026 World Cup: Iran threatens to boycott draw over U.S. visa restrictions

Iran says it plans to boycott Friday’s 2026 World Cup draw in the United States due to the limited number read more 2026 World Cup: Iran threatens to boycott draw over U.S. visa restrictions

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1 week ago Oliseh Backs Super Eagles Coach Chelle Despite World Cup Heartbreak

Sunday Oliseh has expressed his admiration for Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle. Chelle failed in his bid to qualify the Super Eagles for the 2026 FIFA World Cup following a 4-3 penalty shootout defeat to Democratic Republic of Congo in the final of the African playoffs. It was the Super Eagles’ first defeat under […]

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2 w. ago Iran To Boycott 2026 World Cup Draw Due To US Visa Restrictions — Federation

The United States refused to grant visas to several members of the delegation. The post Iran To Boycott 2026 World Cup Draw Due To US Visa Restrictions — Federation appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 w. ago Pinnick blames new FIFA format for Super Eagles’ 2026 World Cup failure

Former Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) President Amaju Pinnick has claimed the Super Eagles’ failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA read more Pinnick blames new FIFA format for Super Eagles’ 2026 World Cup failure

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