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O’Neill declines Rovers job to remain Northern Ireland coach

Michael O’Neill will remain as Northern Ireland manager after declining the chance to take the Blackburn job permanently.

12 May 2026-19:40
Rwanda amputee football brings healing and hope

Amputee football in Rwanda offers healing and hope as players rise from genocide legacy to world stage.

06 May 2026-17:47
Ex-referee sentenced to six years in prison over protest detention

The Iranian judiciary has sentenced a woman to death following her arrest in connection with her activities on social media platforms.

05 May 2026-15:54
Chelsea court former Barcelona manager Xavi for vacant role

Chelsea have reportedly approached former Barcelona manager Xavi Hernandez to discuss the possibility of him taking over as the club's new head coach.

05 May 2026-15:04
Iran football chief refuses to speak to Canadian PM after “insulting” treatment

The head of Iran’s football federation, Mehdi Taj, refused a request from Canadian officials to speak with Prime Minister Mark Carney after Iranian delegates were allegedly subjected to “insulting” treatment by border officers, according to the federation’s spokesman.

04 May 2026-10:32
First time since 2018: North Korean athletes head to Seoul

A North Korean women’s football club is set to make a rare այց to South Korea later this month for a major continental match, signaling a potential easing of tensions between the two countries.

04 May 2026-09:20
FIFA President confirms Iran’s World Cup participation despite diplomatic tensions

During the FIFA Congress in North America, President Gianni Infantino addressed the sensitive absence of the Iranian delegation, confirming that Iran will participate in the 2026 World Cup and play its matches in the United States as scheduled.

01 May 2026-13:58
Former England defender Ashley Young announces retirement

30 Apr 2026-16:24
FIFA expands financial distribution for 2026 World Cup

The FIFA Council has approved a 15 percent increase in financial distribution for all 48 participating teams at the 2026 World Cup, bringing the total to 871 million U.S. dollars, FIFA announced on Wednesday.

29 Apr 2026-13:52
FIFA approves historic rule change allowing exiled Afghan women to play official matches

Fifa has approved a rule change allowing Afghan ⁠women footballers to play official international matches in its competitions, giving players exiled since the Taliban's return to power a route back.

29 Apr 2026-10:15

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