IF Gnistan Overview

Japan v Indonesia - FIFA World Cup Asian 3rd Qualifier

Asian revolution! Radical new Nations League set to replace boring friendlies and shake up World Cup route

The Asian Football Confederation has detailed plans for a new biennial Nations League tournament starting in 2030. The proposed three-tier competition aims to replace uncompetitive friendlies while directly integrating with World Cup and Asian Cup qualification.

How to get UAE vs Qatar Gulf Cup tickets?

UAE take on Qatar in the Gulf Cup. Here’s how you can secure your tickets

How to get Bahrain vs UAE Gulf Cup tickets?

Bahrain take on UAE in the Gulf Cup. Here’s how you can secure your tickets

Portugal v Croatia: Round Of 32 - FIFA World Cup 2026

Ex-Croatia boss Zlatko Dalic appointed UAE national team head coach

Former Croatia manager Zlatko Dalic has completed a swift return to international management by taking charge of the United Arab Emirates national team. The 59-year-old coach has signed on to lead the Gulf state into a new era, just a month after he ended his nine-year tenure with Croatia following their World Cup exit.

Spain v Cabo Verde: Group H - FIFA World Cup 2026

How have debutant teams performed at the FIFA World Cup?

Four nations made debuts at the 2026 World Cup, with Cape Verde, Curacao, Jordan and Uzbekistan gracing the grandest stage in international football for the first time. It was the tournament with the most newcomers since 2006 and Cape Verde achieved the feat of ending a 16-year wait for a debutant to reach the knockout stages, before succumbing to Lionel Messi's Argentina in a classic.

Guardiola 'keen' on becoming England manager one day

Pep Guardiola is reportedly open to taking over as England manager in the future as he begins his life after Manchester City. The legendary coach, who has just ended a trophy-laden decade at the Etihad Stadium, is viewed as the ultimate 'dream' candidate for the Football Association.