Iran's participation in the 2026 World Cup is uncertain due to ongoing conflict, potentially opening the door for Iraq's involvement. FIFA closely monitors the situation as key playoff matches approach.
Amid the conflict in Iran and neighboring countries, uncertainty surrounds Iran's participation in the 2026 World Cup, with Iraq's playoff status also in question.
Get all the essential information about the inaugural OFC Pro League, starting on Jan. 17, 2026, including participating clubs, format, broadcasting, funding, and future expansion plans.
The Leagues Cup, with 36 Liga MX and MLS teams competing, attracts international clubs interested in scouting North America's top players, facilitating player transfers and increasing interest in MLS and Liga MX talent.
Philippines misses historic third-place finish as Thailand wins 3-1 in the ASEAN U-23 Championship. Despite a spirited display, Philippines falls short in the final lesson.
The ASEAN U-23 Championship final pits Indonesia against Vietnam as both teams aim for glory. Indonesia seeks to fulfill its potential, while Vietnam eyes a historic third consecutive title.
Arsenal begins preseason in Asia with a 30-man squad, focusing on self-belief and preparing for key matches against AC Milan, Newcastle United, and Tottenham Hotspur.
Timor-Leste and Myanmar impress in the ASEAN U-23 Championship, seizing the opportunity to shine as traditional heavyweights sit out.
Concacaf's quirky and chaotic nature delights fans and challenges managers, offering a different football experience with cultural clashes and unexpected moments. Explore the region's distinct football culture.
Experts warn of potential capacity issues as Amtrak faces breakdowns and service challenges along the congested Northeast Corridor, slated to host World Cup matches in 2026.
Get insights into each team at the Concacaf Gold Cup, including star performers and narrative highlights. Find out about Mexico's title defense, Costa Rica's veteran presence, and Canada's challenge without Alphonso Davies.
Activists from Greenpeace take a wax figure of French President Macron in Paris museum, accusing him of a double agenda in supporting Ukraine while encouraging trade with Russia.
Ukraine's daring Operation Spiderweb targeted 4 Russian air bases on Russian soil using drones, resulting in significant damage and potential retaliation threats from Russia.
Karol Nawrocki, a former hooligan and Trump supporter, takes office as Poland's president with a nationalist agenda, challenging Brussels and Russia.
In a bold move, Ukraine successfully destroys dozens of Russian military aircraft in a drone attack, dealing a blow to Vladimir Putin.
European Space Imaging releases satellite images showing the complete destruction of Blatten village in Switzerland after a massive avalanche engulfed the area.
Intense rainfall triggers widespread flooding in Romania, endangering a renowned salt mine in Praid with hundreds evacuated as rivers swell to record levels.
Former Russian commander Zaur Goertsiev (34) died in a blast in Southern Russia. Reports suggest he met the suspect on a homosexual dating app. Investigation ongoing in Stavropol.
Amid a critical situation in Gaza, Hamas is expected to decline an American-backed temporary ceasefire proposal with Israel, facing pressure from multiple parties.
Concerns arise for possible floods in the Blatten region after the collapse of the Birchgletscher near the Swiss village, leaving one person missing.
Thailand and Cambodia face renewed border conflict after a soldier dies in a brief firefight, prompting calls for calm from Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet.
The baby of an Israeli woman killed two weeks ago in the West Bank has also passed away, with the shooter already killed. The incident has sparked political tensions in the region.
Wildfires in Manitoba, Canada, prompt the largest evacuation in memory, with over 5,000 residents, including those from Flin Flon, fleeing as a 20,000-hectare fire approaches.
Manchester United suffers a surprising 1-0 defeat to ASEAN All-Stars in a post-season friendly at Bukit Jalil National Stadium in Kuala Lumpur.
A large portion of the Birchgletsjer glacier collapsed near the Swiss mountain village of Blatten, causing extensive damage to the area. No injuries reported.
Nearly 6,000 schools in Myanmar close as a precaution against military airstrikes by the junta, following a deadly attack on a school in Sagaing region.
Russia intensifies airstrikes on Ukraine as Germany lifts restrictions on long-range missiles, marking a shift in the conflict's dynamics. Learn more on telegraaf.nl.
Former President Medvedev faces ridicule for proposing a 'buffer zone' to counter European missile threat, claiming vast Ukrainian territory as potential Russian conquest.
Belgian maritime company considers constructing a floating nuclear power plant as a cost-effective alternative to land-based facilities. Collaboration with Belgian nuclear research center and government's interest in expanding nuclear energy highlighted.
North Korea expresses worry over the US plan to build a missile defense system, comparing it to a potential scenario for an extraterrestrial nuclear war.
