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Cristiano Ronaldo Eyed for Surprising 2026 World Cup Role by Portugal Coach
Portugal's Roberto Martinez has a bold take on Cristiano Ronaldo's potential role at the 2026 World Cup, positioning him as a game-changer despite uncertainty about participation. All signs indicate Ronaldo aims to feature in the tournament.
FIFA Considers Throw-in and Goal-Kick Countdowns for World Cup Tempo Boost
IFAB proposes countdown timers for throw-ins and goal-kicks to improve game flow at the 2026 World Cup. These measures aim to reduce tactical stoppages and could be implemented in North America.
Injured Players May Face Fixed Off-Field Time in New IFAB Trials
New rules would force injured players to stay off for a set period to prevent tactical breaks. This is part of IFAB's focus on minimizing unnecessary stoppages discussed at their annual meeting.
VAR Expansion Proposed for Red Cards and Wrong Team Penalties
IFAB suggests VAR reviews for factually incorrect second yellows leading to red cards and penalties on the wrong team. Competitions can opt to review corners without delaying restarts.
Arsene Wenger's 'Daylight' Offside Law Trials Continue Toward World Cup
Trials of the daylight offside rule, where players are onside if any scoring body part is level with the second-last defender, persist. A torso-based version may also be tested, backed by FIFA's Pierluigi Collina.
Aston Villa Targets Jean-Philippe Mateta and Tammy Abraham in Transfer Push
Aston Villa is stepping up efforts to sign forwards Jean-Philippe Mateta and Tammy Abraham. The moves come amid the January transfer window activity.
Mlada Boleslav Faces Aarhus Fremad in International Club Friendly Today
Mlada Boleslav hosts Aarhus Fremad on January 21, 2026, at 1:00 PM in a club friendly. Recent form shows Mlada Boleslav with mixed results including wins and draws.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Ticket Requests Surpass 500 Million Amid Hype
FIFA has received over 500 million ticket requests for the 2026 World Cup, fueled by stars like Ronaldo and James Rodriguez. Demand persists despite price backlash.
Germany Selects Winston-Salem as 2026 World Cup Home Base
Germany becomes the first national team to choose its 2026 World Cup base in Winston-Salem. This early decision highlights preparations for the North American tournament.
FIFA Men's World Rankings See Top 10 Shake-Up in January 2026
The latest FIFA rankings for January 2026 feature changes in the top 10. This update comes ahead of World Cup qualifiers and preparations.
Corner Kick VAR Checks Set for 2026 World Cup Implementation
FIFA referees' chief Pierluigi Collina supports VAR reviews for corners at the World Cup. Less support exists elsewhere, but it aligns with tempo-improving trials.