Doski: This is for 46 million Iraqis

For almost their entire time with the Iraq national side, Merchas Doski and Amir Al Ammari have been inseparable. It’s a bond that extends away from international duty, with Doski, two years the younger of the pair, attending both Al Ammari’s engagement and wedding parties. Room-mates when in camp, Al Ammari told FIFA last year […]

Villegas: Bolivia’s toughest test of all is ahead

The Bolivian FIFA World Cup™ dream is within reach. Just one more hurdle stands in the way of La Verde returning to their first global finals since USA 1994. It will be another stout test, this time against an Iraq team that emerged from the grind of AFC qualifying to earn a spot in the […]

Three stars leading Iraq’s World Cup dream

Just one step away from a long-awaited dream, Iraq face a decisive showdown in the final of the FIFA Play-Off Tournament to reach FIFA World Cup 2026™. Victory over Bolivia in Monterrey on 31 March would secure their ticket to the global showpiece. Iraqi supporters are hoping to see their national side at the World […]

Cash on Poland journey, Lewandowski and Sweden showdown

Matty Cash has never hidden his attachment to Poland. That connection became even stronger in 2021 when he chose to represent the country of his maternal grandparents. Born in England, the Aston Villa right-back is now living out a childhood dream. “Playing for Poland is something I’ve always wanted,” said Cash, who grew up in […]

De Leon propels Puerto Rico to title

Jeremy de Leon exhilarated as Puerto Rico thrilled their home fans in Bayamon Pueblo. The 22-year-old, on loan at Hercules from Real Madrid Castilla, mercurially earned and clinically scored a penalty to set The Blue Hurricane en route to downing US Virgin Islands and conquering the FIFA Series 2026™ Puerto Rico. Guam, for their part, […]

Robertha dazzles as Aruba conquer

Shurgello Robertha set up the first and scored a superb second as Aruba upset Liechtenstein 4-1 to win their section of the FIFA Series 2026™ Rwanda. A stunning Rainy Breinburg strike also decorated a magnificent display from the Concacaf outfit. It delivered the most prestigious title in La Selección’s history. Earlier, Tanzania thrashed Macau to […]

Iraq tangle with Bolivia for World Cup berth

A final chance to play in the FIFA World Cup 2026™ will be up for grabs when Iraq square off with Bolivia at Monterrey Stadium. How to watch You can purchase tickets to the FIFA Play-Off Tournament here. You can also stream the match for free on FIFA+ (available in most territories). Iraq v Bolivia […]

James and Diaz buoyed by World Cup buzz

The FIFA World Cup™ is a special occasion for football followers across the globe. It is an opportunity to come together, celebrate and showcase part of a nation’s culture. A chance to make your voice heard, be moved by your national anthem and reconnect with your roots. Thousands of fans fill the stadiums, turning the […]

75 days to go: The Kid’s colossal contribution

David Villa scored or assisted 75 per cent of Spain’s goal at South Africa 2010 – a record for a World Cup-winning side. ‘El Guaje’ (‘The Kid’) is followed by Diego Maradona with 71 per cent of Argentina’s in 1986, Lionel Messi with 67 per cent of Argentina’s in 2022, Romario with 64 per cent […]

World Cup wonder goals: King’s call spurs Saudi stunner

75 days to go… We’re counting down to the FIFA World Cup 2026™ by showcasing a golazo from the global finals each day. Saeed Al-Owairan Belgium v Saudi Arabia USA 1994 | Group F RFK Stadium, Washington, D.C. “I felt under intense pressure going into the World Cup,” explained Saeed Al-Owairan. “All the goalscoring pressure […]