Lebanon and Palestine meet in the UAE for a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier as war rages in Gaza.

Lebanon and Palestine meet in the UAE for a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier as war rages in Gaza.
Bhuyan talks to Al Jazeera about his rise to stardom in Bangladesh, his move to Argentina, and World Cup qualifiers.
The well-travelled English coach talks to Al Jazeera about taking on one of the toughest jobs in international football.
A look at Lionel Messi’s glittering career, laced with records and awards in club and international football.
Springboks kick their way to 12-11 win after All Blacks captain Sam Cane was first player to be red-carded in a final.
England finish third at the Rugby World Cup by stopping waves of late Argentina attacks and prevailing 26-23.
Handre Pollard’s late kick gives Springboks 16-15 victory to set up final against fellow triple champions New Zealand.
The 44-6 rout of Argentina sends the All Blacks into the final, where they will play either South Africa or England.
A ceasefire and the first domestic season in years gives Yemen hope as they embark on 2026 World Cup qualifiers.
Can Pakistani football finally escape decades of crisis and end a dire World Cup qualification record?
Suicide bombing in Turkey, pre-election tensions in Egypt – here’s the Middle East this week.
The first three games of the 2030 tournament will be held in South America to mark its 100th anniversary.
‘We did it together,’ Buffon tells fans after announcing the end of his legendary three-decade career.
Once sacked from her day job after playing for South Africa, she’s now leading Banyana Banyana at the Women’s World Cup.