WORLD-CUP

Victor Montagliani

FIFA official admits 'issues' with proposed three-team groups at 2026 World Cup

A format for the 2026 men's World Cup will be discussed soon as FIFA vice-president Victor Montagliani accepted there were "issues" with an earlier proposal for three-team groups.

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Messi, Ronaldo and Neymar lead tributes after passing of Brazil great Pele

Footballing icons Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi and Neymar joined the tributes as the world paid respects to Pele following the death of the Brazil great at the age of 82.

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Brighton manager Roberto De Zerbi proud of World Cup-winner Alexis Mac Allister

Proud Brighton manager Roberto De Zerbi hailed Alexis Mac Allister as one of the best players at the World Cup following the Seagulls midfielder's title-winning exploits with Argentina in Qatar.

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PREVIEW: Fifa World Cup FINAL: France v Argentina

SABC Sport previews the Fifa World Cup Qatar 2022 Final between France and Argentina, which will be broadcast live on SABC Sport Channels, SABC Radio Stations and sabcsport.com

Fernando Santos

Fernando Santos axed as Portugal boss following World Cup defeat

Portugal have parted company with manager Fernando Santos following their World Cup quarter-final defeat by Morocco.

Morocco manager Walid Regragui applauds the fans

Morocco's World Cup dream ended as France book final v Argentina

France proved too strong for brave Morocco in Wednesday’s World Cup semi-final, winning 2-0 to secure a clash with Argentina in Sunday’s final.