From Benzema’s shock move to Ronaldo’s protest, a chain reaction in Saudi football is shaking the entire project and the global game.
Ronaldo, Saudi Arabia and Football’s Domino Effect
Score Without Celebrating: Iran’s Football Voices
As protests spread across Iran, footballers are turning goals, silence and visibility into acts of resistance and solidarity with the people.
Iraq’s Last-Minute Triumph Keeps 2026 Dream Alive
A dramatic 107th-minute penalty sends Iraq to the intercontinental playoff—now just one game from a first World Cup since 1986.
Wessam Abou Ali: From Heart Attack to Club World Cup
Palestinian striker Wessam Abou Ali overcame cardiac collapse and broken ribs to become Club World Cup star, attracting top European clubs.
Israel vs. Iran: A Football Rivalry Frozen in Time
From dominant wins to political fallout, a look back at the intense football rivalry between Israel and Iran before geopolitics ended it all.