Australia Coach Popovic Signs Contract Extension Ahead of Socceroos' Opener at World Cup

'A very special place': Why Türkiye is no ordinary opponent for Socceroo Aziz Behich

Aziz Behich will face off against Türkiye in the Socceroos' FIFA World Cup opener. His connection to the country runs deep.

Australia coach Popovic signs contract extension ahead of Socceroos' opener at World Cup

VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — Australia coach Tony Popovic has signed a contract extension through early 2027 on the eve of his team's World Cup opening match against Turkey on Saturday.

Africa: Top African Referee Omar Artan to Officiate 2026 Uefa Super Cup After Being Unable to Participate in FIFA World Cup 2026

Artan has been on the FIFA international list since 2018 and was named CAF Men's Referee of the Year in 2025

Somali ref Omar Artan picked for UEFA Super Cup after US World Cup ban

Somali referee Omar Artan has been picked to officiate the showcase UEFA Super Cup game in August, just days after he was denied entry to the United States ahead of the World Cup tournament where he was due to work.

Who Is The Coach Of Brazil At The 2026 World Cup? The First Foreign Manager In Selecao History

Brazil have never had a foreign head coach in over a century of international football. Carlo Ancelotti changed that on May 26, 2025. The most decorated club manager in history is now one win away from becoming the first foreign coach to win a WC.

Pub forced to ditch cut-price World Cup pints after complaint

A pub hoping to thank regulars by offering cheap pints to celebrate Scotland’s first World Cup game say they have pulled the idea after a…