Report by Yomi Kuku and Kazeem Ajibola Shoyebo FIFA faces widespread outrage over 2026 World Cup ticket prices, labeled a “monumental betrayal” by fans and groups after revelations from national federations like Germany’s showed group stage costs from $180–$700 USD and finals up to $8,680 USD, far above initial $60 promises amid dynamic pricing.
The soaring ticket prices for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have ignited backlash from fans and politicians, with many accusing FIFA of greed and pricing ordinary supporters out of the tournament. During the December 11 episode of BBC’s Question Time, an audience member from Paisley voiced widespread frustration, asking whether fans, especially from Scotland, were
Nigeria’s Head Coach Eric Sékou Chelle has released a powerful 28-man squad for the 35th Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco, with Galatasaray star Victor Osimhen headlining the list alongside in-form players like Ademola Lookman, Wilfred Ndidi, and Stanley Nwabali. The Super Eagles, aiming for a fourth continental title, will open their Group C
Arsenal legend and former France international Thierry Henry has weighed in on the controversy surrounding Mohamed Salah’s recent public outbursts, offering a sharp rebuke of the Liverpool star’s decision to air grievances about his treatment by manager Arne Slot. In a candid commentary, Henry said: “I had problems with Wenger, with Guardiola… Have you ever
Nigerian international striker Chioma Okafor has completed a major career move, signing a three-year guaranteed contract with North Carolina Courage of the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL), the club announced on Wednesday. The deal runs through the 2028 season, with an optional club extension for 2029. Okafor, 23, joins the Courage with a strong résumé
Political commentator and MSNBC host Joy-Ann Reid has sharply criticized FIFA’s decision to award U.S. President Donald Trump the inaugural FIFA Peace Prize*, calling it a “fake” accolade from a “corrupt organization” desperate to curry favour with the U.S. In a viral interview on “The Breakfast Club” podcast aired December 9, 2025, Reid did not
In a sweeping anti-corruption operation, Argentine federal authorities have raided the headquarters of the Argentine Football Association (AFA) and over a dozen football clubs, including top-tier teams such as Racing Club, San Lorenzo, Independiente, and Banfield. The raids, executed on December 9, 2025, are part of an investigation into alleged money laundering and tax evasion
By Rasheed Adewuyi, New York The newly elected President of the Sierra Leone Football Association (SLFA), Babadi Kamara, has issued a stern warning that the Leone Stars will not qualify for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) if the country’s government continues to interfere in the administration of football. While addressing football stakeholders in
Super Eagles’ first-choice goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali, is in a race against time to be fit for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco, as he battles both ankle and hand injuries that have sidelined him since Nigeria’s World Cup qualifying playoff loss to DR Congo last month. Chippa United head coach Vusimuzi Vilakazi
Former Liverpool striker Michael Owen has called for calm and professionalism from Mohamed Salah following the Egyptian forward’s public outburst aimed at manager Arne Slot. The fallout comes after Salah was benched for three consecutive Premier League games, including the dramatic 3-3 draw against Leeds United. Salah, in a rare post-match interview, claimed he was