Tag: World Cup
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Egypt Coach Alleges Bias, Says Argentina Were Favoured After World Cup Exit
By Opeyemi Adelakun Egypt head coach Hossam Hassan has accused match officials of denying his side a place in the FIFA World Cup quarterfinals, claiming Argentina benefited from controversial decisions in their dramatic 3-2 comeback victory. A visibly frustrated Hassan, speaking after Tuesday’s Round of 16 defeat, alleged that key officiating calls, including VAR interventions,…
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FIFA Defends Ticket Prices, Visa Controversies As World Cup Kicks Off
By Opeyemi Adelakun FIFA President Gianni Infantino has defended the pricing of World Cup tickets and the handling of visa-related issues ahead of the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which kicks off on Thursday in Mexico City. The tournament opens with hosts Mexico taking on South Africa at the iconic Estadio Azteca, marking…
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US Lawmakers Urge FIFA to Fund Fan Transport for 2026 World Cup
By George Omagbemi Sylvester United States lawmakers have intensified pressure on FIFA, urging the global football governing body to shoulder the cost of fan transportation during the 2026 World Cup, raising fresh questions about event financing and host-nation responsibilities. April 17, 2026; The appeal from U.S. legislators comes as preparations accelerate for the tournament, which…
