World Cup 2026: which countries have qualified and how did they do it?
We now know all 48 teams that will play in the US, Canada and Mexico later this year – this is how they got thereNine nations qualified as group...
General Football forum • Re: World Cup 2026
Group A: Mexico, South Africa, South Korea, Czech RepublicGroup B: Canada, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Qatar, SwitzerlandGroup C: Brazil, Morocco,...
2026 FIFA World Cup groups finalized
With the final six teams booking their tickets to the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Tuesday, the groups are now finalized.
This year’s tournament will be...
Meet the World Cup debutants: Cape Verde, Curaçao, Jordan, Uzbekistan tell their stories
From soccer to food, experts on each national team to qualify for their first World Cup in 2026 help us get better acquainted with their country.
Rangers: Oliver Antman nightmare continues as Gers star anyonmous for Finland in loss vs Cape Verde
Rangers winger Oliver Antman has seen his recent struggles continue with another toothless display on the international stage. The Gers star played...
Cape Verde vs Finland - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday's International Friendlies clash between Cape Verde and Finland, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
2026 World Cup: Fans from Senegal, Algeria, Tunisia, Cape Verde Face $15k Visa Bond To Enter US
Fans from several countries heading to the 2026 FIFA World Cup could be forced to pay up to $15,000 just to enter the United States, in a move that...
2026 FIFA World Cup controversy: Trump visa crackdown could result in $15,000 entry fees
Algeria, Cape Verde, Senegal, the Ivory Coast, and Tunisia are the nations facing the the fee Leer
Players, fans, staff from a number of World Cup participating countries could have to pay up to $15,000 to enter United States this summer
Fans and players from several World Cup countries could have to pay up to $15,000 in order to obtain tourist visas ahead of the World Cup....
Fans and players from five African World Cup countries face $15,000 bond to enter US
State department to expand program on 2 AprilAlgeria, Côte d'Ivoire, Senegal, Tunisia, Cape Verde affectedNo apparent exceptions for athletes or...
USA proposes $15,000 deposit for some African fans ahead of 2026 World Cup
The United States is proposing a policy that would require fans from Senegal, Cape Verde, Ivory Coast and Tunisia to pay a $15,000 deposit if they...
Ten Celts set for international duty
With this year’s World Cup tourmanet fast approaching, all eyes will be on the international scene over the next week to see which teams will...
Chile vs Cape Verde - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's International Friendlies clash between Chile and Cape Verde, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
PSG talent chooses Cape Verde
Paris Saint-Germain youth talent Fabio Domingos has chosen to represent Cape Verde and has been called up as a late addition to the nation’s squad...
CAF Appeal Committee member denies involvement in AFCON ruling as listed panel emerges
CAF Appeal Committee member Mohamed Robleh Djama has denied taking part in the process that led to Senegal being stripped of the 2025 Africa Cup of...
'I’d love to play against Inaki' – Nico Williams dreams of Ghana vs Spain 2026 World Cup clash
Athletic Club winger Nico Williams has revealed his ultimate dream for the 2026 FIFA World Cup: a historic on-field showdown against his older...
I expect Black Queens to win gold at 2026 WAFCON - Betty Krosbi Mensah
Senior Technical Advisor to the Minister of Sports and Recreation, Hon. Betty Krosbi Mensah, has expressed confidence that the Black Queens can...
Mietinnens called up as Finland name squad to go to New Zealand
Captain Lukas Hradecky has recovered from a knee injury in time to be named in the Finland squad for this month's FIFA Series matches with New...
Celtic Star Faces Long-Haul Journey Despite Selection Issue
Celtic goalkeeper Viljami Sinisalo will make the long-haul journey to New Zealand with Finland later this month, only to find himself on the bench....
Cape Verde boss fuming as football fans face visa BAN from US ahead of FIFA World Cup
The manager of FIFA World Cup debutants Cape Verde speaks to the Mirror, and reveals he's very upset his country's fans are facing a visa ban from...
Black Queens to face Ivory Coast in a pre-WAFCON friendly in Morocco
Ghana’s Black Queens are set to face Ivory Coast in a friendly as part of their build-up to the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of...
Cape Verde on verge of finalising World Cup prep
Cape Verde is set to add another friendly to its schedule in preparation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The ambition of the nation is to win the 2026 WAFCON trophy - Ghana FA Kurt Okraku
Ghana will target the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations title, according to Football Association president Kurt Okraku, following the...
2026 WAFCON: Black Queens handed tough Group D test
Ghana’s Black Queens have been drawn into a challenging Group D at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), setting up early showdowns with...
Kurt Okraku confident experienced Kim Lars Bjorkegren can guide Black Queens to World Cup qualification
Ghana Football Association President Kurt Okraku has expressed strong confidence in the Black Queens’ technical leadership, insisting...
2026 WAFCON: Black Queens not under pressure to impress after third-place finish - Kurt Okraku
Ghana Football Association President Kurt Okraku has downplayed expectations ahead of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON),...
2026 WAFCON: Black Queens have the qualities to be at the World Cup - GFA boss Kurt Okraku
President of Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Okraku beleives Black Queens have the qualities to qualify and compete at the Women's World...
2026 WAFCON draw: 'Ghana must fear no team, we are ready for any opponent' – Kurt Okraku
Ghana’s Black Queens are entering the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco with confidence and ambition,...
2026 WAFCON: 'We are not far away' – Kurt Okraku sets sights on continental glory for Black Queens
Ghana Football Association President Kurt Okraku has expressed confidence in the Black Queens as they prepare for the 2026 Women’s...
2026 WAFCON: We will push to do better this time - Black Queens coach Kim Lars Bjorkegren
Black Queens head coach Kim Lars Bjorkegren said they will push to do well at the upcoming 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).Ghana have...
Black Queens to be based in Fes for WAFCON 2026 group stage
Ghana’s senior women’s national team, the Black Queens, will be based in the historic city of Fes for the group stage of...
Black Queens drawn in tricky Group D as WAFCON 2026 final draw is confirmed
Ghana’s senior women’s national team, the Black Queens, have been handed a challenging group following the final draw of...
Excited World Cup 'newbies' prepare for their big chance in first-ever tournament
With the 2026 World Cup just around the corner, four countries - Curacao, Jordan, Cape Verde, and Uzbekistan - are getting ready for their...
WAFCON 2026 Draw To Hold January 15
The draw for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, WAFCON) will hold in Rabat on Thursday, 15 January, 2026. It will mark a historic moment for...
WAFCON 2026 draw set for January 15 as Black Queens anticipate opponents
The path to the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) will be revealed next Thursday as the official draw ceremony takes place in Rabat,...
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Blackburn Match Selected For International Broadcast
FixturesMiddlesbrough Vs. Blackburn Rovers - Fri, Dec 26 2025, 15:00Our match against Blackburn on Boxing Day has been selected for international...
FIFA overturns three matches over players’ eligibility as Super Eagles wait
FIFA has punished Malaysia with three 3-0 defeats in three matches after they were found guilty of fielding ineligible players. This was confirmed...
Out now: World Soccer December 2025
In this issue Everyone loves an underdog, and for this issue we’ve told two of the year’s most unlikely success stories: village club Mjallby...
Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal fall, Lionel Messi’s Argentina remain unchanged in updated FIFA World Ranking
The FIFA World Ranking has been updated, showing Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal have dropped in position, while Lionel Messi's Argentina have held...
CAF 2025 Awards: Complete winners list revealed
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has revealed the winners of the 2025 CAF Awards in Rabat, Morocco.Moroccan defender Achraf Hakimi was...
Bubista scoops CAF Coach of the Year award
Cape Verde’s head coach, Bubista, was named winner of the CAF Coach of the Year award at the 2025 CAF Awards in Rabat, Morocco, on Wednesday night.
Cape Verdeâs Bubista named 2025 CAF Menâs Coach of the Year
Cape Verde coach Pedro Leitao Brito, popularly known as Bubista, was named the 2025 CAF Men’s Coach of the Year at a ceremony on...
Cape Verdeâ??s Bubista named 2025 CAF Menâ??s Coach of the Year
Cape Verde coach Pedro Leitao Brito, popularly known as Bubista, was named the 2025 CAF Menâ??s Coach of the Year at a ceremony on Wednesday night...
Ghana set for tough road at 2026 World Cup after being drawn in lowest pot
Ghana face a potentially difficult path at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after being placed in Pot 4 ahead of the group stage draw on December 5 in...
‘This is destiny': Dick Advocaat leads Curaçao to World Cup qualification dream
The 78-year-old veteran brought his experience to bear in steering the former Dutch colony to a remarkable debutThe delay in Dick Advocaat becoming...
CAF to honour Africaâs best tonight in Morocco, Black Queens among contenders
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) will host its annual awards ceremony on Wednesday night at the Mohammed VI Polytechnic University in...
Curacao make history as smallest nation ever to qualify for the World Cup
Curacao have made history by becoming the smallest nation ever to qualify for the FIFA World Cup, securing their place after a goalless draw with...
Who has qualified for the World Cup? Power rankings for 2026 tournament based on likelihood of each team winning
The 2026 World Cup is fast-approaching, and the full line-up of nations is getting closer and closer to being completed.
The Three Lions punched...
Liverpool receive Mohamed Salah boost for Nottingham Forest as official statement released
Egypt have confirmed that Liverpool star Mohamed Salah will be rested for their friendly clash with Cape Verde on Monday
IR Iran held; Thailand triumphant
Kuala Lumpur: Islamic Republic of Iran and Cape Verde played to a goalless stalemate in an international friendly played on Thursday as both teams...
Heartbroken Man United star storms off as Cameroon miss out on World Cup qualification following agonising defeat
After African qualifying was wrapped up in the last international break in terms of the group phase, Cameroon had finished second in their group,...
How Bryan Mbeumo and Andre Onana fared in knockout World Cup qualifier vs two ex-Man Utd players
How Bryan Mbeumo fared in Cameroon’s key World Cup qualifier. Cameroon finished second in their World Cup qualifying group behind Cape Verde,...
Semenyo shines, Cape Verde astonish, and Morocco make history
The November 2025 edition of African Football Magazine is a celebration of brilliance, belief, and breakthrough moments across the continent.
'I was football hooligan who won huge EuroMillions jackpot – but nearly lost it all'
Daniel Wright won £1million on the EuroMillions lottery but nearly didn't get a penny after discovering a little-known rule while holidaying in...
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‘A small country with a big heart’ - Inside Cape Verde’s improbable journey from scrappy island nation to World Cup qualifier
How on-pitch talent and behind-the-scenes support helped Cape Verde become the second smallest nation to reach the World Cup
CAF expands 2026 Womenâs AFCON to 16 teams
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has expanded the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) to 16 teams, adding four...
Ghana nominated for National Team of the Year in 2025 CAF Awards
The Black Stars of Ghana have been nominated for the National Team of the Year award at the upcoming 2025 CAF Awards.Despite failing to qualify for...
Morocco beats Argentina to win its first Under-20 World Cup title
Striker Yassir Zabrini scored twice as Morocco won its first Under-20 World Cup title with a 2-0 victory over Argentina on Sunday.
Zabrini...
2026 WCQ playoffs: Peterside warns Super Eagles about ‘rising’ Gabon
Former Super Eagles goalkeeper, Idah Peterside, has issued a warning to Eric Chelle’s side ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup play-off clash with...
Liverpool v Manchester United, Parker v Farke and joy for Cape Verde – Football Weekly podcast
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Paul Watson and Ben Fisher as the Premier League returns this weekendRate, review, share on Apple...
Cape Verde and Ghana Rise from Setbacks to World Cup Glory
Cape Verde and Ghana have turned from zeros to heroes among their supporters after qualifying this week for the 2026 FIFA World Cup to be held in...
Super Eagles Of Nigeria Qualify For 2026 World Cup Play-offs, 9 African Teams Grab Automatic Tickets
Nine African countries have officially booked their places at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, while Nigeria’s Super Eagles narrowly claimed a lifeline...
Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo sets goalscoring record in World Cup qualifiers
Another goal, another record for Cristiano Ronaldo.
The 40-year-old Ronaldo became the player with the most goals in World Cup qualifiers by...
Nine African nations confirmed for 2026 FIFA World Cup
Africa’s full list of automatic qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has now been confirmed following the conclusion of the CAF...
Nigeria, Cameroon, DR Congo, and Gabon set for African World Cup playoffs
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has confirmed that Nigeria, Cameroon, DR Congo, and Gabon will contest the African playoff tournament...
England qualify for World Cup 2026 as nation gears up for new look tournament, crazy KO times and wild ticket prices
IT’S official – England are heading to the 2026 World Cup!
The Three Lions booked their place at next year’s tournament by thrashing Latvia...
I watched World Cup minnows Cape Verde become tournament’s biggest ever wildcard, what fans told me was hilarious
AS Cape Verde became the smallest nation to qualify for next year's World Cup, the celebrations were loud enough to hear halfway across the world...
England seal place at 2026 World Cup as Harry Kane makes history in Latvia thrashing
England have secured their qualification for the 2026 World Cup with a 5-0 thrashing of Latvia.
Three Lions captain Harry Kane was the star of the...
Former World Cup hosts qualify for 2026 tournament despite rare points deduction for ‘bad' rule break
South Africa have qualified for the World Cup despite being hit with a points deduction last month.
The 2010 hosts were stripped of three points...
EXCLUSIVE: Shamrock Rovers and St Patrick’s Athletic set for massive FIFA World Cup windfall after qualification heroics
Roberto Lopes was a part of Cape Verde’s historic qualification, guaranteeing Rovers a huge sum, while St Patrick’s Athletic will also cash in.
Shamrock Rovers defender Pico Lopes ‘overjoyed' as Cape Verde qualify for World Cup
African country became second-smallest nation to reach the World Cup
Roberto Lopes savours week to remember after reaching World Cup with Cape Verde
The defender will celebrate his 34th birthday during next summer's tournament.
Ex-Super Eagles Captain Salutes Cape Verde On World Cup Qualification
Legendary Nigeria captain Sunday Oliseh has showered praises on Cape Verde following their qualification to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Cape Verde...
LinkedIn discovery helps Cape Verde qualify for 2026 World Cup ahead of Cameroon
Cape Verde have made history by qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, becoming the second smallest nation ever to reach the global showpiece, and...
‘A defining moment of our nation': Cape Verde goes wild to celebrate historic World Cup spot
By blending diaspora players with homegrown talent the island nation of fewer than 600,000 people has qualified for 2026 tournament On 5 July 1975,...
VIDEO: Absolute scenes of jubilation as Cape Verde defy all odds to miraculously qualify for 2026 World Cup
Watch scenes of utter jubilation as Cape Verde became the second smallest nation ever to reach the World Cup after their 3-0 win over Eswatini...
Forgotten Man Utd flop's role in Cape Verde's historic World Cup qualification
African minnows Cape Verde have sealed an historic place at next summer’s World Cup in the USA and former Manchester United forward Bebe played a...
'We dreamed of this': Cape Verde celebrate after sealing historic place at World Cup 2026 – video
Cape Verde will make their World Cup debut at the tournament in 2026 after a 3-0 home victory over Eswatini secured top spot in their African...
LinkedIn helps tiny African country qualify for next year's football World Cup
The tiny African island country of Cape Verde qualify for 2026 World Cup after recruiting one of their best players - Dublin born Pico Lopes - on...
Nigeria vs Benin – Kick-off Time, Where to Watch, Predictions, Expectations as Super Eagles Seek FIFA 2026 World.Cup Ticket
Nigeria face Benin Republic in a make-or-break 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier on Tuesday evening at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium, Uyo. The Super...
Shamrock Rovers captain Pico Lopes helps Cape Verde qualify for World Cup for the first time
The 33-year-old Dubliner has represented his dad’s homeland in international football since 2019.
Updated: List of teams qualified for FIFA World Cup Qualifiers so far
Cape Verde have become the latest nation to qualify for the FIFA World Cup after beating Eswatini 3-0, a result that secured them the top spot in...
Cape Verde qualify for 2026 FIFA World Cup, book first ever spot in showpiece event; capital Praia erupts
Cape Verde has achieved a historic first by qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, defeating Eswatini 3-0 to secure their spot. The Blue Sharks...
Cape Verde overcome nerves to qualify for Soccer World Cup
Cape Verde rarely played international football some 25 years ago.
Cape Verde make history to seal debut World Cup place and deny Cameroon
Cape Verde 3-0 Eswatini: The wind-swept West African archipelago overcame first-half nerves to complete their fairytale campaign with victory
History made as Shamrock Rovers captain Roberto Lopes helps Cape Verde reach first World Cup
Shamrock Rovers captain Roberto ‘Pico’ Lopes and his Cape Verde team-mates have qualified for the FIFA World Cup 2026, marking the first time the...