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Saudi Arabia to build World Cup stadium on top of skyscraper

Saudi Arabia's efforts to make waves in the sporting world look set to continue when the wealthy Gulf nation hosts the 2034 World Cup. But a football stadium 350 metres off the ground seems ambitious even for them following the viral emergence of concept designs for a brand new venue dubbed the NEOM Stadium. A list of 15 host stadia complete with concept art was first revealed in the summer of 2024.

Ex-Barca star sacked after failing to seal World Cup spot

The Indonesian Football Association (PSSI) has announced the sacking of former Barcelona legend Patrick Kluivert from his role as head coach. The decision follows Indonesia’s 1-0 loss to Iraq, which saw them finish bottom of their World Cup qualifying group and eliminated from contention for next year's competition. Kluivert stepped into the role in January, but has been sacked alongside the rest of his coaching staff.

How to get Saudi Arabia vs Iraq World Cup 2026 Qualifier tickets

Here’s exactly how you can secure tickets to Saudi Arabia vs Iraq AFC World Cup 2026 Qualifiers

Gianni Infantino hints at 2034 World Cup rescheduling

FIFA President Gianni Infantino believes that the international calendar should be changed in order to accommodate winter World Cups in the future. With the 2034 edition currently scheduled to take place in the height of summer in Saudi Arabia, football's showpiece could follow Qatar's lead in 2022 and move to the winter, which saw domestic seasons start earlier and finish later.

Mexico v Saudi Arabia - Gold Cup 2025: Quarter Finals

Aguirre on 16-year-old Mora's El Tri debut: ‘He is making history’

Mexico will face Honduras next Wednesday, July 2, at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif., in the semifinals of the Gold Cup

Vega leads Mexico to win over Saudi Arabia, reach semifinals

El Tri, which have gone 293 minutes without conceding a goal, will face Honduras Wednesday at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara

'It irritates me' - Aguirre on El Tri's strikers misfiring in Gold Cup

Mexico face Saudi Arabia this Saturday in the Gold Cup Quarterfinals.

Mexico's Chávez to miss Gold Cup with ACL tear, out 6-8 months

The Mexican midfielder couldn’t complete Wednesday’s training session.

WATCH: Santi Giménez, Edson Álvarez shoot hoops with Jimmy Butler

Mexico’s national team is training in San Diego ahead of Saturday’s clash with Saudi Arabia in Phoenix.

Yaya Toure in contention to land first manager job

African all-time great Yaya Toure could be closing in on landing his first job as head coach with second-tier Belgian side Daring Brussels.

'See you in the Gold Cup final' - Herrera boasts to Aguirre

Mexico will face Saudi Arabia in the quarterfinals, while Costa Rica will take on the USMNT

Giménez slams referee after disallowed goal in Mexico's draw

Javier Aguirre's team advanced as Group A leader with seven points

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'Focus on the process' - Poch's side march into knockouts

The win wasn't as comprehensive as the Gold Cup opener but, for Mauricio Pochettino and the USMNT, it was just as important

Richards the hero, USMNT advance to Gold Cup knockouts

The U.S. didn't get many clean looks at goal, but Richards made the most of it when he did, scoring game-winner in 63rd minute

United States v Trinidad and Tobago - Gold Cup 2025

'He's changing the culture' - Donovan commends Poch's progress

Donovan says Pochettino's impact is starting to manifest itself after the team's dominant performance against Trinidad and Tobago

'Roll it out again' - Edu calls on Poch to stay with winning XI

Mauricio Pochettino has a selection dilemma on his hands, with the U.S. facing a far stronger side in Gold Cup group stage

Lalas: USMNT need to put best foot forward vs. Saudi Arabia

Lalas says the USMNT will stick with the same starting XI from their Gold Cup opener, stressed importance of momentum

Tyler Adams, Malik Tillman, Chris Richards USMNT

'The next test' - Chemistry key for Luna, McGlynn, Tillman

With a resounding Gold Cup-opening victory in their back pocket, the USMNT have reason to smile - but not for too long

El Salvador v United States: Group D - CONCACAF Nations League

Concacaf Gold Cup 2025: Every squad list for the tournament

Squad lists for every team at the Gold Cup in the United States.

Australia Saudi Arabia FIFA 2026 World Cup

Australia beat Saudi Arabia to qualify for sixth straight World Cup

Australia beat Saudi Arabia to confirm their qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, consigning their opponents to the AFC play-offs.

FIFA Arab Cup 2025: Salah's Egypt to play UAE; Saudi drawn with Morocco

The draw for the 2025 FIFA Arab Cup was held in Doha on Sunday, with Egypt drawn alongside UAE while Saudi Arabia are in the same group as Morocco.

FIFA receive complaint over human rights abuse in Saudi Arabia

FIFA have reportedly received a complaint over human rights abuse in Saudi Arabia, the 2034 World Cup host nation.

Arsenal face fight to keep Gabriel amid Saudi interest

Arsenal face a fight to keep centre-back Gabriel at the club as Saudi Arabian clubs maintain an interest in the star, per a new report.

Ancelotti to join Ronaldo? Saudi Arabia approach Real Madrid boss

Saudi Arabia are reportedly trying to approach for Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti, who may be set to leave Los Blancos later this month.

USMNT kick off Gold Cup vs. Trinidad and Tobago in San Jose

Mauricio Pochettino's side will be aiming for their eighth Gold Cup when they kick off their tournament in mid-June

2025 Gold Cup draw: USMNT faces challenges with group

GOAL looks at the Group Stage draw in full

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