Tag: #worldcup

Iraq Faces Bolivia in Monterrey After War-Disrupted Journey, With Final 2026 World Cup Berth at Stake

After closed airspace and a FIFA-arranged charter via Jordan and Portugal, Iraq meets Bolivia in Monterrey for the last spot at the 2026 World Cup.

#worldcup, #iraq, #bolivia, #fifa, #soccer

WADA Weighs Barring Officials From Major Events Over Unpaid Dues as U.S. Withholds Funding

A proposed WADA rule could exclude government officials from big events if dues go unpaid, escalating a standoff with the U.S. over oversight and China cases.

#olympics, #antidoping, #wada, #usa, #worldcup

Iraq’s World Cup playoff thrown into doubt as war shuts airspace and strands players

Coach Graham Arnold urges FIFA to move Iraq’s March 31 World Cup playoff as regional airspace closures and security risks threaten travel to Mexico.

#worldcup, #iraq, #fifa, #soccer, #middleeast

Wales beat Poland 2-1 to clinch 2026 Men’s Hockey World Cup berth

Gareth Furlong’s two drag-flick goals and late saves from Toby Reynolds-Cotterill lift Wales past Poland in Santiago for 2026 World Cup qualification.

#fieldhockey, #wales, #worldcup, #poland