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FIFA boosts cash payments for World Cup

 FIFA on Tuesday announced a sharp increase in overall financial distributions for this year's World Cup, boosting cash payments to nearly $900 million following concerns over the spiraling costs for teams taking...

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Strong start to 2026 Government Institutions eights football

Thirty-two organisations were drawn into eight groups of four. — Faisal al Balushi

Amorim sacked by Man Utd after 14-month reign

Manchester United's Portuguese head coach Ruben Amorim reacts during the Uefa Europa league match between Manchester United and Glasgow Rangers at Old Trafford stadium in Manchester, on January 23, 2025. — AFP

Morocco enter quarters as Cameroon knock out SA

Soccer Football - CAF Africa Cup of Nations - Morocco 2025 - Round of 16 - Morocco v Tanzania - Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, Rabat, Morocco - January 4, 2026 Morocco's Brahim Diaz celebrates with the man of the match trophy after the match REUTERS/Amr Abdallah Dalsh

Oman Club secure late win over Dhofar in HM’s Cup quarters

Dhofar player controls the ball during the match against Oman Club.

OFA, WAFF discuss hosting West Asia Championship

Sayyid Sulaiman emphasised that hosting the tournament represents an important milestone for Omani football.

Senegal, Mali on to AFCON quarters

Mali's forward Lassine Sinayoko scores his team's first goal from the penalty spot. — AFP

Napoli defeat Lazio to keep pace in title race

Napoli's Noa Lang in action with Lazio's Mario Gila — Reuters

Late Olmo and Lewandowski goals give Barca 2-0 win at Espanyol

Barcelona's Lamine Yamal in action. — Reuters

Jeddah to host Gulf Cup 27 edition

Jeddah’s hosting of 'Gulf Cup 27' marks the tournament’s return to Saudi Arabia after a ten year absence.

Mbappe expected to miss Supercopa

Kylian Mbappe reacts during the UEFA Champions League first round day 1 football match between Real Madrid CF and Olympique de Marseille. — AFP

McGinn shines as Villa edge Forest 3-1

Ollie Watkins celebrates scoring their first goal. — Reuters

Al Oruba move to second as Saham keep up pressure

Al Oruba secured a valuable 2–1 victory over Masirah. — Abdulwahid al Hamadani

Man City charge stalls at Sunderland, Liverpool held by Leeds

Sunderland's Omar Alderete in action with Manchester City's Erling Haaland at the Stadium of Light, Sunderland, Britain. — Reuters

Heavyweights line-up as Cup of Nations reaches knockout stage

A giant replica of the official ball for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is displayed as volunteers and performers entertain travelers arriving at Mohammed V International Airport in Casablanca, Morocco, January 1, 2026. REUTERS/Amr Abdallah Dalsh

Coach Maresca leaves Chelsea after just 18 months in charge

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca looks dejected after the match against Manchester United on September 20, 2025. — Reuters
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