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A former FIFA president suggested that international soccer fans should not travel to the US for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, citing safety concerns tied to President Donald Trump’s policies that critics call “authoritarian.” Sepp Blatter made the comment in a social media post on Monday, Jan. 26. The 89-year-old led FIFA for 17 years before resigning amid a corruption ...

Bangladesh Under-19 has been eliminated from the ongoing ICC U-19 World Cup after suffering a crushing seven-wicket defeat against England in their opening Super Six match at the Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo. In a must-win encounter, the Junior Tigers capitulated under pressure, being bundled out for a paltry 136 in 38.1 overs. England chased down the target with ease, ...

Barcelona capitalised on two defensive mistakes by bottom-of-the-table Real Oviedo to seal a 3-0 victory at a rain-drenched Camp Nou on Sunday, regaining top spot in LaLiga. Goals from Dani Olmo, Raphinha, and an acrobatic Lamine Yamal strike powered the Catalans to 52 points, one ahead of Real Madrid, while Atletico Madrid trail in third on 44. Barca struggled to ...

Bangladesh’s historic triumph in the SAFF Women’s Futsal Championship 2026 sparked emotional celebrations in Thailand as players and officials reflected on a landmark achievement for the country. After clinching their maiden SAFF futsal title with an unbeaten campaign, head coach, team management, and captain Sabina Khatun shared their heartfelt reactions, dedicating the victory to the people of Bangladesh and highlighting ...

Bangladesh have added another historic chapter to their women’s football journey, clinching the SAFF Women’s Futsal Championship under the leadership of Sabina Khatun — the same captain whose hands once lifted the nation’s first and second SAFF Women’s Football titles. In the final match, Bangladesh produced a breathtaking performance to thrash Maldives 14–2, sealing the championship crown in dominant fashion. ...

Pep Guardiola said Manchester City are tasked with chasing down the best team in the world in Premier League leaders Arsenal as he launched a defiant defence of his players after a chastening week. City were well beaten by local rivals Manchester United last weekend before suffering one of the biggest upsets in Champions League history away to Norway’s Bodo/Glimt ...

Tanzid Hasan Tamim saved his best for the big match, striking a magnificent century to power Rajshahi Warriors to their second Bangladesh Premier League title — a triumph captain Najmul Hossain Shanto said was built on belief, planning and an unbreakable team culture. Rajshahi crushed Chattogram Royals by 63 runs in Friday’s final at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium, with Tanzid’s ...

Bayern Munich’s centre-back Dayot Upamecano will miss the league leaders’ Bavarian derby against visitors Augsburg on Saturday, but coach Vincent Kompany said he had no concerns despite the absence of a growing number of defenders. The Bavarians have won all three of their league matches this year with a 16-3 goal aggregate while protecting an 11-point lead. They also secured ...

Manchester United midfielder Casemiro will leave the Premier League side at the end of the season upon the expiry of his contract, the club said on Thursday. The 33-year-old does have a one-year extension option, but the club has chosen not to activate it according to a team source. United’s decision not to extend or renew his contract was made ...

The German Football Association (DFB) is to decide whether the German national team will boycott the 2026 World Cup, which will be held in 11 US cities, Mexico and Canada. DFB mulls 2026 FIFA World Cup boycott The German government has said that the country’s football association can decide on whether Germany’s national team will boycott the FIFA World Cup, ...