
FIFA's ban on pre-revolutionary Iranian flag upheld after emergency hearing
FIFA's ban on pre-revolutionary Iranian flags during the World Cup has been upheld after an emergency hearing in Los Angeles ahead of Iran's first match against New Zealand.
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Marc Cucurella leaves Chelsea for Real Madrid for €55 million, rising to €60 million, and signs for six years. He is the first signing under José Mourinho's second term.
Daniele Garbo states that Milan operates without a clear strategy and that the choice of trainer (with Amorim in the picture) is "the last problem". He praises Japanese World Cup fans, finds Morocco no surprise, outlines a deep conflict between Lazio and the supporters, sees Greenwood as a suitable asset for Roma and thinks that Vlahović can stay with Juventus in the new phase with Carnevali.

Maxi Araujo has scored a crucial goal for Uruguay in the 80th minute to draw them against Saudi Arabia at the 2026 World Cup.

Norwegian striker Alexander Sørloth has discussed his absence and stressed that he must be fully fit for the 2026 World Cup. He feels a responsibility to help his team and hopes to be able to train again soon.

In a candid interview, Patrick Vieira explains how his Senegalese origins and French successes have shaped him. As a midfielder for the French national team, he attended the 1998 World Cup, but his roots in Dakar were never far away. Vieira reflects on the sensational defeat to Senegal in 2002, the role of immigration within the French national team and his contribution to Senegalese football through his academy. Ahead of the 2026 World Cup, where France will once again play Senegal, Vieira shares his views on national pride and the changing meaning of origins in international football.

During the 2026 World Cup, held in Canada, Mexico and the United States, the match between Iran and New Zealand attracted attention. In this meeting, the performance of New Zealander Just was particularly striking, who wrote history in several ways.
The influx of world stars into the Saudi Pro League seems to be paying off for the Saudi Arabian national team. At the 2026 World Cup, the team started with a creditable 1-1 draw against Uruguay, with players from their own competition once again playing a leading role.

Paul Pogba advises Lamine Yamal to focus on football and surround himself with good people. The Frenchman called the 18-year-old international of Spain and FC Barcelona “one of the three best” and referred to his family and agent as important pillars. Yamal is contracted to Barça until 2031 and is worth 200 million euros according to Transfermarkt.
Real Madrid is intensifying its search for a central defender, with Borussia Dortmund's Nico Schlotterbeck the top candidate. Despite his new contract, a buyout could allow Real Madrid to sign him for €50-60 million this summer.

Spain coach Luis de la Fuente puts the draw against Cape Verde into perspective, saying there is no need to adjust the team's playing style despite shortcomings in the final stages of the match.

Recap Day 3 World Cup 2026: Brazil–Morocco ends 1-1, questions about drinks breaks and empty stands in American stadiums. Preview on Sunday with the Netherlands–Japan as the top match, plus Germany–Curaçao and Ivory Coast–Ecuador.