World football’s Governing Body, FIFA, has given its 211 member Associations until September 19, 2026, to decide whether to support a controversial proposal that would allow private investors to acquire a stake in some of its biggest competitions, including the FIFA World Cup. Global Mirror News gathered that the proposal, which has already triggered strong…
French superstar Kylian Mbappe has etched his name deeper into football history after becoming the first player ever to win the FIFA World Cup Golden Boot twice, despite France falling short of another appearance in the tournament’s final. Global Mirror News gathered that the Real Madrid forward finished as the top scorer at the 2026…
Spain have reclaimed football’s biggest prize, ending Argentina’s reign as world champions with a dramatic 1-0 victory after extra time in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final. In a pulsating showdown played on Sunday, July 19 2026, La Roja needed 106 minutes to break the resistance of the defending champions, with substitute Ferran Torres delivering…
The Abeokuta Polo Club on Friday celebrated its first anniversary in a grand and colourful ceremony that brought together Royal Fathers, top Government Officials, Business Leaders, Diplomats and distinguished personalities to commemorate a year of remarkable growth while welcoming new members into the prestigious Club. The memorable event, held at the Banquet Hall of Park…
The Abeokuta Polo Club is set to roll out the red carpet as it celebrates its first Anniversary with a glamorous induction ceremony for new members, marking another significant milestone in its journey toward becoming one of Nigeria’s premier polo and leisure destinations. The grand event is scheduled to take place on Friday, July 17,…
World football Governing Body, the FIFA, is considering a groundbreaking proposal to expand the 2030 FIFA World Cup to an unprecedented 64 teams, a move that could allow nearly one-third of its member Nations to participate in football’s biggest tournament. FIFA President, Gianni Infantino, disclosed that the proposal, initially championed by South American football administrators,…
The World Football Governing Body, FIFA, has firmly dismissed allegations of interference in officiating decisions following the controversial use of the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) during Argentina’s Round of 16 victory over Egypt at the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup. Global Mirror News gathered that FIFA’s Chief Refereeing Officer and Chairman of the FIFA Referees…
Argentina captain Lionel Messi was overcome with emotion after leading his Country to a dramatic 3-2 comeback victory over Egypt in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, keeping the defending champions’ title hopes alive. Messi was seen in tears at the final whistle after Argentina completed one of the tournament’s most…
Portugal’s campaign at the 2026 FIFA World Cup came to a heartbreaking end after a dramatic 1-0 defeat to Spain, with a stoppage-time goal sending the European champions into the quarter-finals. The fiercely contested Round of 16 encounter appeared destined for extra time before Spain found the decisive breakthrough in added time. Substitute Mikel Merino…
Belgium delivered a clinical performance to eliminate co-hosts the United States (US) from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, cruising to a convincing 4-1 victory on Tuesday to book a place in the quarter-finals against Spain. Global Mirror News gathered that the Round of 16 encounter, played before a packed crowd of over 67,000 fans in…
