The 2026 World Cup kicks off today
The 2026 World Cup begins tonight with Mexico vs South Africa, launching the biggest edition ever with 48 teams and global attention.
De Jong frustrated by many missed internationals
For Frenkie de Jong, the international counter stands at 66 matches just before the World Cup. A respectable number, although the Oranje playmaker has also missed many in recent years. In an interview with VI, he discussed that.
UEFA rewards rejected World Cup referee with appointment for the Super Cup
UEFA has appointed Omar Abdulkadir Artan as the referee for the UEFA Super Cup. Earlier this week, the top Somali referee missed out on the World Cup. Football is meant to bring people together, says Aleksander Ceferin, president of the European football governing body.