FIFA World Cup 2026: Mexico hosting faces scrutiny amid cartel violence after ‘El Mencho’ death

By Kehinde Afolabi / February 27, 2026

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has expressed “full confidence” in Mexico’s ability to host the 2026 World Cup, dismissing speculation that […]

FIFA’s PR campaign sparks fury amidst soaring World Cup costs

By Kehinde Afolabi / February 27, 2026

FIFA and several high-profile sports stars are facing significant criticism after a promotional campaign praising Gianni Infantino was mocked as

By Kehinde Afolabi / February 26, 2026

FIFA has officially clarified that Scottish supporters will be permitted to wear traditional sporrans during the 2026 World Cup, following

By Kehinde Afolabi / February 25, 2026

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has expressed full confidence in Mexico’s ability to host the 2026 World Cup safely despite a

By Kehinde Afolabi / February 24, 2026

The killing of cartel leader “El Mencho” has triggered a wave of violence across Mexico, sparking urgent security debates only

By Kehinde Afolabi / February 24, 2026

Pioneering Matildas have accused Football Australia of using a new membership program’s code of conduct to silence criticism and unfairly

By Kehinde Afolabi / February 23, 2026

The killing of CJNG cartel leader “El Mencho” by Mexican forces has triggered nationwide retaliatory violence and grounded international flights,

By Kehinde Afolabi / February 23, 2026

Germany’s sporting director Rudi Völler has strongly dismissed suggestions of a boycott for the 2026 World Cup, arguing that political

By Kehinde Afolabi / February 23, 2026

Dick Advocaat has stepped down as manager of World Cup debutants Curacao to care for his ill daughter, with former

By Kehinde Afolabi / February 23, 2026

The International Football Association Board (IFAB) is set to meet this Saturday to discuss a landmark rule requiring injured players