Trump in line for new FIFA ‘Peace Prize’ ahead of 2026 World Cup
FIFA has introduced a new “Peace Prize – Football Unites the World” award ahead of the 2026 World Cup, with President Trump widely expected to be the inaugural recipient.
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Nnadozie makes FIFA best goalkeeper shortlist
Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie has been shortlisted for the 2025 Best FIFA Women’s Goalkeeper Award following an outstanding club and international season.
Reps launch investigation into NFF’s handling of $25m FIFA grants
The House of Representatives has moved to probe the Nigerian Football Federation over alleged mismanagement of $25 million in grants from FIFA and CAF, citing poor accountability and questionable spending.
Infantino urges open-minded approach to potential World Cup calendar changes
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has said football should be more flexible with its tournament schedule, arguing that the global game cannot always play World Cups during the northern summer.
FIFA names four Nigerian officials to key football committees
FIFA has named four Nigerian football administrators to its standing committees, including NFF President Ibrahim Gusau and ex-NFF boss Amaju Pinnick.
FIFA stands firm against Israel suspension despite controversy
FIFA has ruled out suspending Israel despite pressure following UN genocide findings.
FIFA ruling reshapes Group C: Nigeria, South Africa, Benin in tight race for World Cup spot
With two games left, FIFA’s sanction on South Africa has blown Group C wide open. Nigeria will face Lesotho away before hosting Benin, while South Africa play Zimbabwe and Rwanda. Benin, now level on points with Bafana Bafana, must battle Rwanda and Nigeria in decisive away fixtures.
Bafana blow: FIFA sanctions SA over Mokoena-gate, strips Broos’ charges of crucial points
FIFA has sanctioned South Africa for fielding Teboho Mokoena against Lesotho, overturning their win.
FIFA sanctions South Africa, boost for Benin and Nigeria
FIFA has sanctioned South Africa for fielding an ineligible player, boosting Nigeria and Benin’s World Cup qualifying hopes.
World Cup hopes brighten for Nigeria after Equatorial Guinea loses appeal
Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup hopes have improved after CAS upheld FIFA’s decision docking Equatorial Guinea six points for fielding an ineligible player.