Football beyond mainstream
Uzbekistan Emerges as a Rising Power in Asian Football In a stunning evolution over the past decade, Uzbekistan’s national football team has transformed from regional hopefuls into genuine contenders on the Asian stage. Once considered a minor force, the White Wolves have steadily climbed the ranks, showcasing tactical discipline, youth development, and a fearless approach…
Qatar’s hopes of direct qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup suffered a major blow after a stunning 3-1 defeat to Kyrgyzstan in Group A of the Asian qualifiers on Tuesday. Kyrgyzstan Stuns Qatar in Dramatic Comeback Hosts Kyrgyzstan delivered a stunning performance, handing Qatar a devastating loss that leaves the 2022 World Cup hosts…
New Zealand’s national football team, the All Whites, have booked their place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a decisive 3-0 victory over New Caledonia in the Oceania qualifier final on Monday. This marks their third World Cup appearance, following previous qualifications in 1982 (Spain) and 2010 (South Africa). The match remained goalless until…
In a thrilling encounter during the seventh round of the Asian qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup, the Iranian national team delivered a commanding performance to defeat the United Arab Emirates (UAE) with a 2-0 victory. The match, held on March 21, 2025, showcased Iran’s strength and determination as they solidified their position at the…
In a pivotal match for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Asian qualifiers, Jordan defeated Palestine 3-1 on March 20, 2025, at the Amman International Stadium. This victory solidifies Jordan’s hold on the second qualification spot in Group B, keeping the pressure on group leaders South Korea. Match Highlights:Jordan got off to a flying start with…
Japan secured their place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a commanding 2-0 victory over Bahrain in Saitama on Thursday, extending their remarkable streak of consecutive World Cup appearances to eight. The win also confirmed Japan’s dominance in Asian Group C, as they became the first team to book their ticket to the expanded…
Cavalier FC, a prominent Jamaican football club, typically hosts its home league matches at a modest 3,000-capacity venue located within the same complex as the iconic Jamaica National Stadium. However, for Concacaf competitions, Jamaican teams often move their games to the larger 35,000-seat National Stadium to meet continental venue standards. While these matches rarely sell…
Head coach Didier Deschamps confirmed on Friday that captain Kylian Mbappé will rejoin the France national team in March for their crucial Nations League quarterfinal clash against Croatia. The 26-year-old forward, a key figure for Les Bleus with 86 international appearances, was absent from the squad during the Nations League matches in October and November…
