WASHINGTON, Aug 11: US President Donald Trump said on Monday it would be "a terrible mistake" to replace Gianni Infantino, the embattled FIFA president who tried, and failed, to sell off part of th...
Nepali football is at a standstill after the country was suspended by the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA). Not only have football activities come to a halt, but people depe...
London. A matter of FIFA's current president Gianni Infantino allegedly giving money to his girlfriend during his time as UEFA general secretary has become public. This report, based on an investig...
Rabat, Aug. 7: FIFA said Wednesday it had apologized for errors made over Gianni Infantino's failed plan to sell stakes in the World Cup and that senior staff in attendance at a crisis meeting in M...
कमजोर बन्दै इन्फान्टिनो विश्वकपसँगै आफ्ना प्रमुख प्रतियोगिताको सेयर बिक्री गर्ने विवादास्पद योजना असफल भएपछि फिफाभित्रै उनको विरोधमात्र भएको छैन, निकटतम उम्मेदवार पनि अगाडि आउन सुरु गरेका छन् । श...
Nepal’s football crisis deepens as FIFA suspension threatens the country's first-ever absence from the SAFF Championship, prompting growing calls for government intervention. There are two countri...
20th July 2026, Kathmandu Discover how France captain Kylian Mbappé made history with 10 goals to win consecutive Golden Boots at the FIFA World Cup 2026, alongside Spain’s Rodri claiming the Gold...
Kathmandu. A humanoid robot has participated in a live FIFA World Cup match environment for the first time, marking a new milestone in the use of robotics at one of the world's biggest sporting eve...
PARIS, Aug 8: FIFA president Gianni Infantino's position remains precarious, despite having received support from senior directors and a confederation this week, even after shelving his much-critic...
Sixteen years after first bagging World Football glory in South Africa, Spain has once again established its dominance over the world. On the strength of young talent, attractive passing football,...
Kathmandu. As the number of countries demanding the resignation of FIFA President Gianni Infantino continues to grow, Norway has openly expressed its dissatisfaction with his leadership and urged h...
Nyon, Aug. 4: European soccer body UEFA has threatened FIFA with legal action over Gianni Infantino's failed plan to sell a stake in future World Cup profits to private investors, and said any pote...
Tearful Argentina coach says the team gave everything in defeat and will reflect on his future after losing the World Cup final to Spain. Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni said his team gave their...
11th July 2026, Kathmandu A historic showdown awaits at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami as Norway prepares to battle England in the highly anticipated quarterfinals of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Nor...
KATHMANDU, Aug 2: Nepal will be able to participate in the SAFF Championship to be held in Bangladesh in November only if the Federation of International Football Association (FIFA) lifts its suspe...
Kathmandu, July 15 Football’s founding nation, England, is all set to face former champions Argentina in the second semifinal of the FIFA World Cup 2026. On one side, World Cup-winning captain Li...
Kathmandu. World football has been divided into two camps regarding the leadership of FIFA President Gianni Infantino. Although the controversial plan to sell stakes to private investors in the Wor...
Geneva, Aug. 2: FIFA President Gianni Infantino on Saturday said he was abandoning a controversial plan to allow private investment in the World Cup after fierce backlash. Pressure mounted on Infan...
Torres settles cagey contest in extra time after Argentina fail to register a shot in regulation, handing Spain their second World Cup title. Spain climbed again to the summit of world football on...
11th July 2026, Kathmandu Spain has advanced to the semifinals of the FIFA World Cup for the first time in 16 years, securing a dramatic 2-1 victory over Belgium at a packed Los Angeles Stadium. ...
KATHMANDU, Aug 2: Nepal will be able to participate in the SAFF Championship to be held in Bangladesh in November only if the Federation of International Football Association (FIFA) lifts its suspe...
Kathmandu, July 14 Defending champions Argentina have reached the semifinals of the FIFA World Cup 2026, along with France, Spain, and England. In the semifinals of the World Cup, jointly hosted ...
England. Pressure is mounting on FIFA President Gianni Infantino in European football. The Football Association (FA) of England has withdrawn its support for Infantino, and the European Football As...
Geneva,Aug,1: Pressure on FIFA President Gianni Infantino and his divisive plan to sell World Cup profits to private equity grew Friday as his senior adviser who sat on a White House panel resigned...
European champions overwhelm France to reach their first World Cup final since 2010 and move within one win of a historic World Cup-European Championship double Spain suffocated France deep in the...
8th July 2026, Kathmandu In a legendary turn of events at the FIFA World Cup 2026, Lionel Messi has surged to the solo lead in the Golden Boot standings. The Argentine captain found the back of th...
PARIS, August 1: European football's governing body UEFA said Thursday it would boycott the World Cup if FIFA pressed ahead with its private investor plan.
Kathmandu, July 13 The FIFA World Cup 2026, which began with 48 teams, has now reached its final four. After more than a month of competition, dozens of thrilling matches, and numerous unexpected ...
London. UEFA's 55 member nations remain firm in their decision to boycott FIFA competitions. UEFA has reiterated its stance not to participate in FIFA competitions, citing FIFA's failure to meet it...
The FIFA World Cup concluded last week with Spain winning Argentina in the final match. In this World Cup, FIFA selected 48 teams, up from 32 teams earlier, to make it more inclusive. The countries...
England overturn first-half deficit as Jude Bellingham scores twice, including an extra-time winner, to set up a World Cup semi-final against Argentina or Switzerland. Jude Bellingham scored twice...
EAST RUTHERFORD, July 20: Kylian Mbappe became the first player to win the World Cup Golden Boot twice after Lionel Messi failed to add to his tally in Sunday's final.
The quarter-final lineup for the FIFA World Cup 2026 in North America has been finalised. The final eight teams were confirmed after Wednesday morning’s Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Co...
The World Cup is the biggest stage of football, filled with goals, wins and losses, ups and downs, and unforgettable moments. It is also the biggest opportunity for players to showcase their abilit...
Agencies, Rio De Janeiro, July 31: Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed Neymar, Casemiro and Danilo will not play for Brazil again after the nation’s World Cup exit this summer.
Collina says questioning officials’ integrity has no place in football after Egypt’s complaints over VAR decisions. FIFA refereeing chief Pierluigi Collina defended the officiating in Argentina’s ...
KATHMANDU, July 12: The semifinal lineup for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has been confirmed, with the tournament's top four FIFA-ranked teams advancing to the final four.
Morocco. FIFA President Gianni Infantino has apologized for the 'mistakes' made in the controversial plan to sell stakes in competitions to private investors. However, he will remain FIFA President...
The frenzy surrounding the football World Cup has died down with the final match on July 19. It set one record after another. With its brilliant display, Spain lifted the WC trophy, breaking the he...
The Swiss-born Italian arrived in March, believing Nepal could win their maiden SAFF Championship. But he left less than four months later, after FIFA’s suspension of ANFA forced him to walk away w...
LOS ANGELES, July 11: England lock horns with Norway in a World Cup quarter-final in Miami on Friday that pits Harry Kane against Erling Haaland in a mouthwatering battle of elite sharpshooters.
Rabat. Amidst widespread pressure following the cancellation of plans to sell commercial and sports operation rights of FIFA, President Gianni Infantino has called a meeting of senior leaders in Mo...
FIFA insists its judicial bodies acted independently after US President Donald Trump backed the decision to suspend Folarin Balogun’s World Cup ban, but the ruling sparked a global backlash as Belg...
FOXBOROUGH, July 10: Kylian Mbappe recovered from having a first-half penalty saved to score a magnificent opener that set France on their way to a 2-0 win over Morocco in their World Cup quarter-f...
London. The European football governing body (UEFA) has warned of legal action over President Gianni Infantino's plan to sell shares of FIFA's main competitions to private investors. Meanwhile, th...
Six World Cups, countless records, but football's biggest prize eludes Portugal great. Cristiano Ronaldo spent more than two decades deciding matches, dragging teams through difficult moments and ...
ATLANTA, July 8: The Egyptian football federation said Wednesday it had asked for the officiating team who handled the Pharoahs loss 3-2 last-16 to Argentina to be thrown out of the World Cup.
Kathmandu. International Football Federation (FIFA) President Gianni Infantino has been under serious pressure lately. Political and administrative pressure on him has been increasing after his con...
The 25-year-old was dismissed after a VAR review, with US coach Mauricio Pochettino saying it was never a red-card offence. The United States’ World Cup campaign took an extraordinary turn on Sund...
KATHMANDU, July 6: Brazilian star Neymar has announced his retirement from international football after Brazil's 2-1 defeat to Norway national football team in the Round of 16 of the FIFA World Cup...
Kathmandu. Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President Sheikh Salman bin Ibrahim Al Khalifa has welcomed the decision of the International Football Federation (FIFA) to withdraw its plan to bring ...
Many observers concluded that Nepali football had hit rock bottom. But it is very much alive and kicking. Last week, Nepali football supporters received some unwelcome news. FIFA, the governing bo...
UNITED STATES, July 4: Mohamed Salah scored the coolest of penalties as Egypt made history by beating Australia 4-2 on spot-kicks to reach the World Cup last 16 on Friday. A tense affair in which ...
Kathmandu. FIFA President Gianni Infantino has cancelled the controversial plan to sell shares of major football competitions after widespread opposition. According to Infantino, this project has '...
Oyarzabal’s brace and another dominant defensive display send Spain into the knockout stage with a third consecutive clean sheet. Spain put their World Cup rivals on notice with a dominant 3-0 win...
TORONTO, July 3: Substitute Goncalo Ramos's headed goal edged Portugal into the last 16 of the World Cup on Thursday after a gripping contest with Croatia.
Kathmandu. The world football governing body FIFA has committed to continuing an open and democratic consultation process with member nations and all concerned parties amidst widespread opposition ...
Ten-man United States moved into the last 16 at the World Cup with a 2-0 victory over Bosnia on Wednesday. Ten-man United States moved into the last 16 at the World Cup with a 2-0 victory over Bos...
LOS ANGELES, July 3: Spain coasted past Austria and into the World Cup last 16 on Thursday, thoroughly outclassing their opponents in a 3-0 knockout win with a brace from Mikel Oyarzabal and a Pedr...
Kathmandu. British Prime Minister Andy Burnham said on Friday that Gianni Infantino is the 'wrong person' for FIFA leadership after a controversial plan to sell shares in competitions to private in...
Harry Kane scored twice in the final 15 minutes to see England through to the World Cup round of 16. Harry Kane scored twice in the final 15 minutes to see England through to the World Cup round ...
SEATTLE, July 2: Youri Tielemans scored the latest winner in World Cup history as Belgium mounted an incredible comeback from two goals down to beat Senegal 3-2 and qualify for the last 16 of the W...
European Football Association (UEFA) President Aleksander Čeferin has been firmly opposing many of the changes proposed by FIFA President Gianni Infantino. On Thursday, July 30, an unexpected stat...
Youri Tielemans struck a 125th-minute penalty as Belgium rallied from two goals down and defeated Senegal 3-2 after extra time in their World Cup last 32 clash in Seattle on Wednesday. Youri Tiele...
MEXICO CITY, July 1: Mexico turned on the style at their iconic Azteca Stadium on Tuesday, brushing Ecuador aside 2-0 to break their World Cup knockout curse dating back 40 years.
Zurich. FIFA has reiterated its commitment to continue with the controversial plan to sell shares to private investors in its tournaments, clarifying that 'no one is selling football'. UEFA, the a...
Quinones and Jimenez score in first half as Mexico end four decades of World Cup knockout frustration and advance to the last 16. Mexico ended a 40-year wait for a World Cup knockout victory as fi...
Zurich. FIFA has initiated disciplinary proceedings against Argentina for the defeat in the World Cup final against Spain and the behavior shown throughout the entire tournament. After being defea...
Mbappe scores twice as France overwhelm Sweden with a dominant attacking display, setting up a last-16 clash with Paraguay after a convincing 3-0 World Cup victory. France uncorked a Champagne per...
Kathmandu. Cape Verde defender Sydney Lopes Cabral's spectacular goal against Argentina has been declared the FIFA World Cup 2026 'Goal of the Tournament'. According to the fan vote results releas...
Marca. Cristiano Ronaldo has ended his sixth and final FIFA World Cup with a heavy heart. After Portugal was defeated by Spain and eliminated from the World Cup, he confirmed that he will not play ...
London. The Norwegian Football Federation is considering filing a formal complaint with FIFA's ethics committee regarding the decision to automatically waive a one-game ban for American striker Fol...
Italy. La Liga President Javier Tebas has strongly objected to discussions about expanding the 2030 World Cup to 64 teams, accusing FIFA of acting 'irresponsibly'. In an interview with Italian spo...
Spain. Spain has regained the top spot in the FIFA Men's World Rankings, surpassing Argentina. Argentina has dropped to second place, while France remains in third place. Spain, under the coaching...
New York. Argentine captain Lionel Messi became emotional on the field after being defeated by Spain in the World Cup final at the MetLife Stadium on Monday. Messi, 39, could not hold back his tea...
New York. France's star striker Kylian Mbappé has become the first player in World Cup history to win the Golden Boot twice. He secured this prestigious award by becoming the top scorer in the 2026...
New York. This historic day for Spain has witnessed another great record. Spain has become the first country in the history of world football to hold both the men's and women's World Cup titles at ...
Kathmandu. US President Donald Trump handed over the World Cup 2026 trophy and medals to Spain on Monday morning in New York. This became a big opportunity for Trump, who had dreamed of bringing th...
Kathmandu. The final match of the FIFA World Cup 2026 has been pushed to extra time to decide the new world champion. As no goals were scored by either Spain or Argentina in the stipulated 90 minut...
Kathmandu. As the FIFA World Cup 2026 final approaches its scheduled end, the reigning champions Argentina have suffered a major setback. In the fourth minute (90+4') of added injury time, Argentin...
Kathmandu. In the ongoing final clash for the FIFA World Cup 2026 title, defending champions Argentina and European champions Spain played to a goalless draw in the first half. In the highly tense ...
Kathmandu. Argentina defender Lisandro Martinez has become the first player to receive a yellow card in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final. The referee immediately showed him the card after he tripped S...
Kathmandu. The much-awaited title clash of the FIFA World Cup 2026 has begun. European champions Spain and defending champions Argentina have taken to the field with the goal of becoming world cham...
Kathmandu. With only a few minutes left for the historic final match of the FIFA World Cup 2026 to begin, numerous speculations and predictions are being made regarding the outcome of the match. M...
Agency. European champions Spain and current world champions Argentina will face each other in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final on Monday night. Copa America champions Albiceleste are aiming to add a ...
Atlanta. Referee Ismail Elfath, who was in a decisive role when Lionel Messi won the title twice, will officiate the semi-final match between England and Argentina in the World Cup. 44-year-old Am...
Spain asserted complete control over France in Dallas, securing a 2-0 victory and advancing to the World Cup final for the first time since 2010. This marks Spain's second semi-final appearance in ...
Kathmandu. In the FIFA World Cup semi-final against Spain, the first half looked disappointing for French captain Kylian Mbappé. Mbappé, considered the world's best forward, was completely 'locked...
The 2026 FIFA World Cup was in the spotlight not only for excellent play but also for controversies, criticisms, and allegations of conspiracy. Various decisions made before and during the tourname...
New York. FIFA President Gianni Infantino has said that FIFA will study the possibility of expanding the 2030 FIFA World Cup to include 16 more teams, making the tournament a 64-team event. In an ...
Kathmandu. The competition between four powerful nations of world football in the semifinals of the FIFA World Cup 2026 has been confirmed. With defending champions Argentina, former world champion...
Kathmandu. After reaching the FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinals by defeating Switzerland 3-1 in extra time, Argentina captain Lionel Messi celebrated the victory emotionally. Immediately after the ga...
Kathmandu. Switzerland has been limited to 10 players in the quarter-final against Argentina under FIFA World Cup 2026. In the 68th minute of the game, referee showed the second yellow card to Swi...
Kathmandu. The FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinal match between defending champions Argentina and Switzerland is taking place today. The winner of this exciting match, which will start at 6:45 AM Nep...
The 'Player of the Match' award for the 2026 FIFA World Cup is causing considerable debate. After Spain defeated Belgium 2-1 in the quarter-finals, Lamine Yamal won this award, but many football an...
Kathmandu. Jorge Jesus has been appointed as the new head coach of the Portuguese national football team. He has been appointed on a four-year contract until the 2030 World Cup, which Portugal will...
Spain, under the leadership of Luis de la Fuente, is very close to greatness. If Spain wins this World Cup title, it will create history by holding both the World Cup and European Championship titl...
Kathmandu. The race for the Golden Boot of the FIFA World Cup 2026 has reached a very interesting stage. With a goal against Morocco in the quarter-final match, French star Kylian Mbappé has equali...
New York. FIFA's chief refereeing officer Pierluigi Collina has denied Egypt's 'baseless allegations' after being defeated 3-2 by Argentina. He said, 'No one can question the integrity of the World...
New York. France's attempt to overturn the yellow card received by Michael Olise in the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier against Paraguay has been unsuccessful. Bayern Munich winger Olise received a y...
Brussels. European MPs have demanded an investigation into FIFA President Gianni Infantino. European MPs have made such a demand amid suspicions that US President Donald Trump's pressure may have w...
Kathmandu. In the final match of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16, Switzerland has registered a historic victory by defeating Colombia 4-3 in a penalty shootout. The final decision was made thr...
Atlanta. In the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16, defending champions Argentina will face Egypt, and Emiliano 'Dibu' Martinez will once again be one of the most important players in the team. Led b...
New York. International Football Federation (FIFA) has fully defended Brazilian referee Rafael Claus and expressed support in his favor. FIFA has defended the referee after US President Donald Trum...
Kathmandu. In the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match, Belgium defeated the home team USA 4-1 to secure a place in the quarterfinals. In the match held at Seattle Stadium, Belgium's Charles De K...
Kathmandu. With the first half ending, Belgium has taken a 2-1 lead against the home team USA in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match. In the ninth minute of the game, Charles De Ketelaere sc...
Kathmandu. In a thrilling FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match, Belgium has regained the lead against the USA. In the 33rd minute of the game, Charles De Ketelaere scored his second personal goal...
Kathmandu. In the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match, Belgium has made an excellent start against the home team USA and taken the lead. In the 9th minute of the game held at Seattle Stadium, Ch...
Washington DC. For the first 24 days of the preliminary 2026 Men's Football World Cup, the competition appeared to be away from the political influence of US President Donald Trump. However, after ...
Mexico City. With the help of two goals from Jude Bellingham, England has taken a 2-1 lead against co-host Mexico in the FIFA World Cup in a very exciting first half. In the last 16 clash held in ...
Kathmandu. In the FIFA World Cup 2026 final 32 stage, at the end of the first half of the match between Colombia and Ghana, Colombia has maintained a 1-0 lead. In the match held at Kansas City Sta...
Kathmandu. Defending champions Argentina secured a place in the Round of 16 by defeating Cape Verde 3-2 in extra time in the FIFA World Cup 2026. The match, held at Miami Stadium, was extremely ex...
Kathmandu. In the FIFA World Cup 2026 final 32 match, Switzerland defeated Algeria 2-0 to secure a place in the Round of 16. In the match held at BC Place Stadium in Vancouver, Canada, Switzerland...
Kathmandu. In the FIFA World Cup 2026 final 32 match, Switzerland has taken a 1-0 lead against Algeria at the end of the first half. In the 10th minute of the match held at BC Place Stadium in Van...
Kathmandu. Portugal has advanced to the pre-quarterfinals (last 16) by defeating Croatia 2-1 in a thrilling match of the FIFA World Cup final 32. Goncalo Ramos scored in injury time of the match h...
London. UEFA has decided not to issue red cards to players who cover their mouths while arguing with opponents during matches. UEFA has clarified that this rule, introduced by world football's gove...
Kathmandu. In the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match, Spain secured their place in the final 16 by achieving a comfortable 3-0 victory over Austria. Spain, who maintained excellent control over...
San Francisco. Although Folarin Balogun became both a hero and a villain in the same game, co-host USA of the World Cup 2026 has advanced to the final 16 by defeating Bosnia and Herzegovina. USA w...
Kathmandu. In the FIFA World Cup 2026 final 32 clash, former winner England is trailing 1-0 after the first half. In the competition held at Atlanta Stadium, the Democratic Republic of Congo scored...
Mexico City. After Mexico defeated Ecuador 2-0 in the knockout stage of the FIFA World Cup, 3 people died from suffocation in the crowd during a massive celebration in the capital city of Mexico Ci...
New Jersey. France's World Cup rivals do not just have to fear their dangerous finishing. The spirit and unity of this very talented 'Les Bleus' team must also be worrying the remaining teams in th...
New York. ‘Now it’s your turn, Messi’. Football fans have speculated that Kylian Mbappé said this to Lionel Messi after France’s recent spectacular victory in the FIFA World Cup 2026. As the matc...
Mexico City. Ecuador's Piero Hincapié was sent off the field in the process of being defeated by Mexico on Tuesday evening in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. He became the second player to receive ...
Kathmandu. In the FIFA World Cup's Round of 32 clash, host Mexico has taken a 2-0 lead against Ecuador in the first half. In the match held in Mexico City, the home team Mexico adopted an aggressi...
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