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Aboutrika Accuses FIFA of ‘Sportswashing’ Through US World Cup Hosting
DID Press: Mohamed Aboutrika has accused FIFA of using the 2026 World Cup to “whitewash” what he described as U.S. crimes, criticizing the decision to award hosting rights to the United States. Aboutrika said FIFA President Gianni Infantino was seeking…
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FIFA World Cup 2026 Faces Rising Geopolitical and Financial Challenges
DID Press: FIFA World Cup 2026 is expected to open under unprecedented geopolitical, economic, and security pressures, turning the tournament into one of the most politically charged editions in the history of international football. The competition, set to feature 48…
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2026 World Cup Kicks Off with Largest Format in Tournament History
DID Press: The 2026 FIFA World Cup will begin on June 11, 2026, featuring a record 48 national teams and joint hosting by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, marking the largest edition of the tournament in history. According to…
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Afghanistan, Pakistan Reach Maldives Jubilee Diamond Cup Final
DID Press: Afghanistan and Pakistan have secured places in the final of the 2026 Jubilee Diamond Cup in the Maldives after advancing from the group stage of the four-nation tournament. Pakistan topped the standings unbeaten, while Afghanistan finished second to…
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Afghanistan Youth Handball Teams Depart for South Asia Challenge Cup
DID Press: Afghanistan’s national U-18 and U-20 handball teams have departed for Bangladesh to compete in the South Asia Challenge Cup. The 34-member delegation, comprising players and coaching staff, left on Tuesday to participate in the regional tournament, which is…
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Afghan Futsal Star Signs New One-Year Deal With Palayesh Naft Isfahan
DID Press: Afghan national futsal player Mohammad Moradi has extended his contract with Palayesh Naft Isfahan Futsal Club for another season, continuing his career with the Iranian top-flight side. The club announced the renewal as part of its efforts to…
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Florentino Pérez re-elected as Real Madrid President
DID Press: Florentino Pérez has been re-elected as president of Real Madrid following a vote by club members, marking the start of a renewed leadership term focused on strengthening the squad and restructuring the sporting project. The election result reflects…
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Afghanistan Faces Pakistan in Crucial Maldives 2026 Tournament
DID Press: Afghanistan national football team is set to face Pakistan today in a key fixture of the Maldives International Football Tournament 2026, aiming to secure its second consecutive win in the competition. According to the Afghanistan Football Federation, the…
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Iraqi National Team Photographer Detained at US Airport Ahead of World Cup
DID Press: An official photographer of the Iraqi national football team was reportedly detained for around 12 hours upon arrival in the United States while traveling to cover preparations for the FIFA World Cup 2026. According to reports, Talal Salah…
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FIFA Invites Afghanistan Football Chief to Historic 2026 World Cup Opening
DID Press: The president of the Afghanistan Football Federation is set to attend the opening ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Mexico City as a special guest of FIFA. According to the Afghanistan Football Federation, federation president Mohammad…
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