2026 FIFA WORLD CUP

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Lionel Messi backs Neymar for World Cup selection with Brazil

Lionel Messi believes Brazil should select Neymar in their the 2026 FIFA World Cup squad, insisting his former Barcelona teammate remains one of football's best players despite concerns over his fitness and form.

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Kaizer Chiefs purple patch should catch Hugo Broos eye - Ben Youssef

Kaizer Chiefs co-coach Khalil Ben Youssef believes the club’s strong second half of the season has put several players firmly in contention for Bafana Bafana call-ups.

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McKenzie assures that 16 World Cup winners’ travel costs are fully covered by sponsors

Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie, has announced the names of the 16 Lucky Football Fans who will receive an all-expenses-paid trip to the 2026 FIFA World Cup to watch the opening game between Mexico and Bafana Bafana.

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Algeria's Zidane suffers freak facial injury, World Cup dream hangs in the balance

Granada and Algeria goalkeeper Luca Zidane suffered a serious facial injury for his Spanish side that has jeopardised his chances of playing at the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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Liverpool forward Hugo Ekitike faces year out and World Cup heartbreak after Achilles rupture

Liverpool are bracing for a major setback after forward Hugo Ekitike suffered a serious Achilles injury that could sideline him for up to a year and rule him out of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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Referee Abongile Tom lifts lid on FIFA World Cup journey

PSL and FIFA-accredited referee Abongile Tom says he is living his dream after being confirmed as one of the match officials for the upcoming FIFA World Cup in North America.