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South Africa’s Remarkable FIFA World Cup Journey Ends in Historic Knockout Qualification

South Africa have written a new chapter in their football history after securing a place in the FIFA World Cup knockout stage for the very first time. Bafana Bafana defeated South Korea 1-0 in their final Group A match, completing one of the tournament's most inspiring turnaround stories. The achievement is even more remarkable considering the challenges South Africa faced before the competition began. Due to administrative issues and visa

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25 Jun 2026 07:36 AM

South Africa’s Remarkable FIFA World Cup Journey Ends in Historic Knockout Qualification

South Africa have written a new chapter in their football history after securing a place in the FIFA World Cup knockout stage for the very first time. Bafana Bafana defeated South Korea 1-0 in their final Group A match, completing one of the tournament's most inspiring turnaround stories. The achievement is even more remarkable considering the challenges South Africa faced before the competition began. Due to administrative issues and visa

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How Private Funding Helped US Soccer Hire Mauricio Pochettino

LOS ANGELES — How U.S. Soccer funded Mauricio Pochettino returned to focus after the USMNT opened its FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign with a 4-1 victory over Paraguay on Friday, June 12, 2026. Folarin Balogun scored twice as the United States delivered a confident attacking performance in Los Angeles. The victory provided an encouraging first tournament result for Pochettino, although one match cannot determine whether the federation’s expensive coaching decision will produce a dee

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13 Jun 2026 08:11 AM

How Private Funding Helped US Soccer Hire Mauricio Pochettino

LOS ANGELES — How U.S. Soccer funded Mauricio Pochettino returned to focus after the USMNT opened its FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign with a 4-1 victory over Paraguay on Friday, June 12, 2026. Folarin Balogun scored twice as the United States delivered a confident attacking performance in Los Angeles. The victory provided an encouraging first tournament result for Pochettino, although one match cannot determine whether the federation’s expensive coaching decision will produce a dee

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Iran confirmed for FIFA World Cup 2026 despite geopolitical tensions

FIFA confirmed Iran will play in the 2026 World Cup despite tensions with the U.S. Officials rejected relocation or replacement ideas. Iran missed the FIFA Congress after a Canada entry issue but remains set to compete in Group G. FIFA President Gianni Infantino has reaffirmed that Iran will participate in the

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30 Apr 2026 16:35 PM

Iran confirmed for FIFA World Cup 2026 despite geopolitical tensions

FIFA confirmed Iran will play in the 2026 World Cup despite tensions with the U.S. Officials rejected relocation or replacement ideas. Iran missed the FIFA Congress after a Canada entry issue but remains set to compete in Group G. FIFA President Gianni Infantino has reaffirmed that Iran will participate in the

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Trump Announces FIFA Visas For 2026 World Cup Fans Amid Security Concerns

President Donald Trump has introduced a new fast-track visa system called the “FIFA Pass” for international fans attending the 2026 World Cup in the United States. Announced at the Oval Office alongside FIFA president Gianni Infantino, the scheme offers ticket holders a prioritized visa appointment to ensure smoother travel ahead of the massive tournament. The US expects between five and ten million visitors, making streamlined entry a major focus for the administration. Despite

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18 Nov 2025 07:14 AM

Trump Announces FIFA Visas For 2026 World Cup Fans Amid Security Concerns

President Donald Trump has introduced a new fast-track visa system called the “FIFA Pass” for international fans attending the 2026 World Cup in the United States. Announced at the Oval Office alongside FIFA president Gianni Infantino, the scheme offers ticket holders a prioritized visa appointment to ensure smoother travel ahead of the massive tournament. The US expects between five and ten million visitors, making streamlined entry a major focus for the administration. Despite

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South Africa’s Remarkable FIFA World Cup Journey Ends in Historic Knockout Qualification

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South Africa’s Remarkable FIFA World Cup Journey Ends in Historic Knockout Qualification

South Africa’s Remarkable FIFA World Cup Journey Ends in Historic Knockout Qualification

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How Private Funding Helped US Soccer Hire Mauricio Pochettino

Iran confirmed for FIFA World Cup 2026 despite geopolitical tensions

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