Gianni Infantino Cools 64-Team World Cup Push Amid Growing Opposition

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Gianni Infantino Cools 64-Team World Cup Push Amid Growing Opposition

CONMEBOL’s push for a 64-team World Cup is losing momentum, with FIFA president Infantino reportedly cautious about expanding beyond the already enlarged 48-team format. UEFA remains firmly opposed, while AFC officials are said to hold major doubts, leaving the proposal with shrinking support. The idea now looks increasingly distant despite South America’s bid for a bigger global tournament stage.

By Nischay Rathore

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Amir Ghalenoei Hails Iran’s Unbeaten World Cup Start Against All Odds

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Amir Ghalenoei Hails Iran’s Unbeaten World Cup Start Against All Odds

Iran held 10-man Belgium to a goalless draw after a 2-2 draw in their opener. Coach Ghalenoei believes his side's unbeaten start is an achievement in itself. "Many teams cancelled the games they would play against us. We came ‌to the ⁠World Cup in the worst conditions possible." A win against Egypt on Friday will seal a knockout berth.

By Ankit Sharma

Uruguay Has Zero World Cup Match Wins in 21st Century in Luis Suarez's Absence

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Uruguay Has Zero World Cup Match Wins in 21st Century in Luis Suarez's Absence

Uruguay’s 2-2 draw with Cabo Verde kept a wild World Cup stat alive: they still haven’t won a tournament match in the 21st century without Suárez. The run covers every victory since 2010, when the striker became central to their attack, and resurfaced again after Uruguay failed to close out Cabo Verde despite leading 2-1 after halftime.

By Nischay Rathore

Iranian Goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand's Street-to-World Cup Rise Story

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Iranian Goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand's Street-to-World Cup Rise Story

Beiranvand starred against Belgium in his third World Cup, adding another chapter to his rise. From a nomadic family, he fled to Tehran after his shepherd father dismissed football: “That’s a game, not a job!” He slept on streets, found shelter in a prayer room, saved Cristiano Ronaldo’s 2018 penalty and holds the Guinness record for football’s longest hand throw.

By Nischay Rathore

FIFA Refutes Claim That Ultra Clear Fan Shots Are AI-Generated

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FIFA Refutes Claim That Ultra Clear Fan Shots Are AI-Generated

Ultra-clear fan close-ups during World Cup celebrations sparked online claims FIFA was using AI-generated supporters. The fans are real: tournament broadcasts are using a special camera system to capture crowd reactions in unusually sharp detail before feeding them into live coverage. The viral debate turned simple celebration shots into another 2026 broadcast talking point for viewers.

By Nischay Rathore

Fans Slam Broadcast for Filming Kevin De Bruyne’s Crying Son

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Fans Slam Broadcast for Filming Kevin De Bruyne’s Crying Son

Belgium briefly went 1-0 down to Iran before the goal was ruled out for offside, but cameras had already cut to De Bruyne’s son in tears. The shot drew backlash online. “Why did they zoom into De Bruyne’s kids crying???????” one fan wrote. Another said, “Leave the kids out of it,” while others called the cameraman “diabolical.”

By Nischay Rathore

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