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Neymar Ruled Out of Brazil’s Haiti World Cup Clash

Neymar Ruled Out of Brazil’s Haiti World Cup Clash

Brazil superstar Neymar has been ruled out of the Seleção’s FIFA World Cup 2026 Group C match against Haiti as he continues recovering from a calf injury. Coach Carlo Ancelotti confirmed the team will not rush the veteran forward back into action, with Vinícius Júnior expected to spearhead Brazil’s attack in the must-win encounter.

Carlos Queiroz Becomes Oldest Coach to Win a FIFA World Cup Match

Carlos Queiroz Becomes Oldest Coach to Win a FIFA World Cup Match

Carlos Queiroz has made FIFA World Cup history by becoming the oldest coach ever to win a World Cup match at 73. The Ghana manager guided the Black Stars to a dramatic last-minute victory over Panama, while also extending his record as the only coach at the 2026 tournament appearing in a fifth consecutive FIFA World Cup.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Uzbekistan Squad: Full Team List for Historic Debut on Football's Biggest Stage

FIFA World Cup 2026 Uzbekistan Squad: Full Team List for Historic Debut on Football's Biggest Stage

FIFA World Cup 2026 Uzbekistan Squad has been announced as the Central Asian nation gears up for its maiden appearance on football's grandest stage. Uzbekistan enters the expanded 48-team tournament with a talented squad led by captain Eldor Shomurodov and Manchester City defender Abdukodir Khusanov. The historic qualification marks a major milestone for Uzbek football as the team aims to make an impact against some of the world's best nations.

Ivory Coast's Elye Wahi Barred from Entering Canada

Ivory Coast's Elye Wahi Barred from Entering Canada

Ivory Coast striker Elye Wahi has been denied entry into Canada ahead of the team's crucial FIFA World Cup 2026 Group E match against Germany. The development comes amid reports that the 23-year-old forward is under criminal investigation in France over alleged spot-fixing, although the Ivorian Football Federation has expressed full support for the player.