INTERNATIONAL FOOTBALL
Major developments in international football including player eligibility, national team selections, tournaments and FIFA/UEFA governance
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Nagelsmann Faces Technical Headaches Ahead of 2026 World Cup
AL JAZEERA ARABICتحديات فنية تؤرق ناغلسمان مدرب منتخب ألمانيا قبل مونديال 2026
3/17/2026, 2:54:58 PM
Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann is grappling with technical and tactical dilemmas as he tries to establish the core pillars of his squad ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Doubts persist over the physical readiness of key stars including Jamal Musiala and Kai Havertz. The uncertainty poses a significant challenge for Nagelsmann as he seeks to build a cohesive and competitive team.
Surprise Absences in Iraq's World Cup 2026 Playoff Squad
AL JAZEERA ARABICغيابات مفاجئة في قائمة العراق لملحق كأس العالم 2026
3/16/2026, 6:17:11 PM
Iraq have named a 26-man squad for the crucial 2026 World Cup playoff, but the announcement was marked by several surprise omissions. Most notably, veteran goalkeeper and captain Jalal Hassan has been left out of the squad. The absence of such a key figure has drawn significant attention ahead of the decisive qualifier.
Mexico City Breaks World Record with Massive Open-Air Soccer Class
DEUTSCHE WELLEMexico City sets world record for largest soccer class
3/16/2026, 4:50:00 AM
Mexico City has set a new world record after more than 9,000 people participated in a massive open-air soccer class. The landmark event comes ahead of the FIFA World Cup, which Mexico is set to co-host in June. The feat underscores the country's enthusiasm and preparations for the upcoming global tournament.
Arda Güler's Goal: The Indiana Jones Shot
EL PAÍSEl gol de Arda Güler, el disparo de Indiana Jones
3/16/2026, 4:30:01 AM
Arda Güler's latest stunning goal is dissected in this piece as a feat of individual brilliance — not a rehearsed team move, but a single player's split-second decision to shoot from an improbable angle. The author compares the strike to the bold, instinctive leaps of fictional adventurer Indiana Jones. It is a celebration of the rare footballer who looks, calculates in an instant, and simply believes he can.