Accra, June 13 (IANS) Ghana’s government has strongly criticised Canada’s decision to refuse a visa to midfielder Thomas Partey, a move that will prevent the player from featuring in the country’s opening FIFA World Cup match against Panama on June 17.The Ghanaian Foreign Ministry described the decision as “high-handed and extremely unfair” and confirmed that it had formally protested to Canadian authorities while seeking a review of the ruling.According to the Ministry, Canadian officials based…
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New Delhi, June 13 (IANS) England’s preparations for the FIFA World Cup have suffered a setback after training equipment being transported to the team’s base in Kansas City was reportedly stolen, said a report.The incident is understood to have occurred while equipment was being transferred from England’s pre-tournament training base in Florida to Swope Soccer Village in Kansas City, where the team is set to start training once they land on Saturday.Local police confirmed that the case has b…
New York, June 12 (IANS) As he gears up for the FIFA World Cup 2026, England midfielder Jude Bellingham has admitted the national team struggled with off-field issues during UEFA Euro 2024, revealing that the squad lacked the togetherness needed despite reaching the final under former manager Gareth Southgate.Reflecting on England’s campaign in Germany, where they reached the final but came under scrutiny for a series of underwhelming performances, Bellingham said the atmosphere within the squ…
New York, June 11 (IANS) Thomas Tuchel was pleased with what he saw from his team, as England swept aside Costa Rica in Orlando to take one more step towards the FIFA World Cup 2026.Although the kick-off in Orlando was delayed for an hour after a torrential storm flooded the pitch, England produced a crisp and aggressive performance, in contrast to Saturday’s lackluster outing against New Zealand.An early goal from Declan Rice set the Three Lions on their way, before a second-half penalty from A…
New Delhi, June 11 (IANS) As the FIFA World Cup 2026 approaches, fans around the world are preparing for a month of unforgettable moments and dramatic finishes, but beyond the race for football’s biggest prize, the tournament is also expected to mark the end of an era. For several of the game’s most celebrated names, this World Cup could be the final chapter of careers that have inspired millions and defined a generation of football. Some have already lifted the trophy, others are still chas…
Thiruvananthapuram, June 10 (IANS) The FIFA World Cup excitement is set to enter Kerala households in a new way, with Supplyco launching its special promotional scheme ‘Supplyco Soccer Eleven’ for football fans and consumers.The Kerala State Civil Supplies Corporation (Supplyco) is the state government’s public distribution and retail intervention agency, established to ensure the availability of essential commodities at affordable prices to the people of Kerala.Starting June 15, the schem…
Mexico, June 10 (IANS) England manager Thomas Tuchel said Bukayo Saka is still recovering from an Achilles injury and will need careful management ahead of the World Cup, despite the Arsenal forward playing a decisive role in his club’s title-winning campaign.Saka sustained the injury in March but continued to play for the North London club for the final run of games as they captured their first English top-flight title in nearly 20 years. Saka was also on the pitch in the final of the Champions…
New York, June 10 (IANS) England coach Thomas Tuchel played down his team’s status as one of the favorites for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, saying the Three Lions must first prove themselves on the biggest stage after six decades without a title.Tuchel was addressing the press ahead of England’s final warm-up game against Costa Rica in Orlando on Wednesday, which comes after an unconvincing 1-0 win over New Zealand in its previous match on Saturday, reports Xinhua.”How many favorites are there?” rep…
New Delhi, June 9 (IANS) The wait is finally over, and the FIFA World Cup 2026, which will be the biggest edition in the tournament’s history, will begin on June 12 (IST) and conclude with the final on July 20 (IST), featuring a record 48 teams and 104 matches across the United States, Canada and Mexico. The expanded format introduces 12 groups of four teams each, replacing the previous structure of eight groups. The top two teams from every group, along with the eight best third-placed sides, w…
New York, June 8 (IANS) England coach Thomas Tuchel says he is happy with Jude Bellingham’s second-half display in their warm-up game against New Zealand on Saturday, but warned the Real Madrid midfielder still have work to do to assure a place in the 11 that will kick off its World Cup campaign against Croatia on June 17.Bellingham impressed in the low-key 1-0 win, which Tuchel clearly used to give his squad minutes in the heat of the Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida, but the 22-year-old…