DR Congo's Famous "Lumumba Vea" Superfan Denied US Visa

about 2 months ago

DR Congo's Famous "Lumumba Vea" Superfan Denied US Visa

Mboladinga, 53, became a global sensation at AFCON for standing motionless throughout DR Congo's matches as a tribute to assassinated leader Patrice Lumumba. Despite attending their games in Mexico, he was denied a US visa and will miss their Uzbekistan clash in Atlanta, per Reuters. The Congolese ambassador hopes he gets a visa if DR Congo reach the knockouts.

By Adit Pujari

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Lo Celso, Martinez Score in Quick Succession to Put Argentina 2-0 Up vs Jordan

Argentina struck twice in 12 minutes to take a 2-0 lead over Jordan after Lionel Messi started on the bench. Giovani Lo Celso curled a 20-yard free-kick around the wall and into the far corner in the 19th minute after Abu Taha’s yellow-card foul. Lautaro Martinez then converted a 31st-minute penalty after Alvarez was kicked during a diving header attempt.

By Nischay Rathore

Abigail Velez Apologizes After Video of Her Mocking Bosnia Goes Viral

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Abigail Velez Apologizes After Video of Her Mocking Bosnia Goes Viral

Velez apologized to Bosnia and Herzegovina after her ABC7 segment mocking the USMNT’s Round of 32 opponent went viral. She had said she could not find Bosnia on a map and “didn’t wanna know.” Calling it “insensitive and inappropriate,” Velez said the World Cup should unite communities. USA face Bosnia on Wednesday after Bosnia’s historic knockout qualification.

By Nischay Rathore

Fox: Team USA World Cup Final Could Draw NFL-Like TV Ratings

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Fox: Team USA World Cup Final Could Draw NFL-Like TV Ratings

A Team USA appearance in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final could attract 50 million-plus viewers, according to Fox Sports ratings expert Mike Mulvihill. He said a matchup against Argentina, England, or France could deliver NFL-like TV numbers. The World Cup final is scheduled for July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, home of the NFL's Giants and Jets.

By Nidheesh Kumar

about 2 months ago

Mousa Al-Tamari Makes Jordan History as Argentina's Lead Cut to 1-2

Tamari became the first Jordan player to both score and assist at a FIFA World Cup after cutting Argentina’s lead to 2-1 in the 55th minute. Ehsan Haddad burst down the right and squared a grounded cross, with Tamari stretching to beat Emiliano Martinez. He had earlier assisted against Algeria, completing Jordan’s historic attacking double on football’s biggest stage.

By Nischay Rathore

Lionel Messi's Wife Antonela Helps Boost Venezuela Earthquake Fundraiser Past $3 Million

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Lionel Messi's Wife Antonela Helps Boost Venezuela Earthquake Fundraiser Past $3 Million

Antonela Roccuzzo, wife of Messi, amplified a verified emergency fundraiser for victims of Venezuela’s devastating twin earthquakes, helping push donations past US$3 million. Her call to action supports food, clean water, medical care and shelter for thousands affected in Caracas and La Guaira. The effort drew attention as relief groups raced to cover urgent needs after the disaster.

By Nischay Rathore

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