The World Football Governing Body, FIFA, has firmly dismissed allegations of interference in officiating decisions following the controversial use of the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) during Argentina’s Round of 16 victory over Egypt at the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup. Global Mirror News gathered that FIFA’s Chief Refereeing Officer and Chairman of the FIFA Referees…
Argentina captain Lionel Messi was overcome with emotion after leading his Country to a dramatic 3-2 comeback victory over Egypt in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, keeping the defending champions’ title hopes alive. Messi was seen in tears at the final whistle after Argentina completed one of the tournament’s most…
Portugal’s campaign at the 2026 FIFA World Cup came to a heartbreaking end after a dramatic 1-0 defeat to Spain, with a stoppage-time goal sending the European champions into the quarter-finals. The fiercely contested Round of 16 encounter appeared destined for extra time before Spain found the decisive breakthrough in added time. Substitute Mikel Merino…
Iran’s Football Federation has announced plans to submit an official complaint to FIFA over travel restrictions imposed on the Country’s National Team during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, arguing that the measures create an uneven playing field compared to other participating Nations. According to Global Mirror News findings, the Football Federation of the Islamic Republic…
