South Korea came from behind to defeat the Czech Republic 2-1 in their opening match of the FIFA World Cup on Friday, scoring twice in the second half to secure a dramatic victory. The Koreans dominated large spells of the contest but found themselves trailing just before the hour mark when Czech defender Ladislav Krejci headed home from close…
Real Madrid have officially announced the return of José Mourinho as the club’s head coach, ending weeks of speculation and ushering in a new era at the Santiago Bernabéu. The Spanish giants confirmed on Thursday that their Board of Directors, chaired by club president Florentino Pérez, approved Mourinho’s appointment on a three-year contract that will run until June 30,…
The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicked off in grand style at the Estadio Azteca on Thursday, with amazing performances, fireworks, and a spectacle befitting the world’s most-watched sporting event. But beyond the stadium lights, the city of Mexico witnessed a different reality: protests, frustration over high ticket prices, and calls for social justice. Inside the stadium, fans cheered as…
Real Madrid said on Tuesday that Atletico Madrid had rejected the club’s offer of 150 million euros ($173 million) for Argentine forward Julian Alvarez. “After reviewing and evaluating the offer, Club Atletico de Madrid has expressed its gratitude for the proposal… and has rejected it,” Real Madrid said in a statement. A World Cup winner with Argentina in 2022…
Omar Artan, the Somali referee, was denied entry to the United States, a sports ministry official told AFP on Monday. It was not immediately clear why Artan was barred from entering the US at Miami International Airport, but Somalia is one of several countries on a travel ban list introduced by President Donald Trump’s administration. “Omar Artan is among…
Iranian state television has reported that the United States denied visas to 15 members of Iran’s delegation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, escalating tensions just days before the team’s opening match. While visas for the 26-man playing squad were approved late on 5 June, allowing them to travel from their training base in Tijuana, Mexico, for matches in…
