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Ugarte’s injury is now a major concern for United, who are awaiting an update from Uruguay’s medical staff before deciding the best course of action.
According to football journalist Romain Molina, the issue stemmed from the denial of a multiple-entry U.S. visa, leaving Tallah effectively “trapped” in the U.S. without the ability to cross into Canada and return to the team’s camp.
The disappointment deepened moments later when midfielder Saeid Ezatolahi struck the crossbar with a late header, leaving Iran frustrated at the final whistle.
The injury scare has left Egypt waiting for a detailed medical assessment ahead of the knockout stage, with coach Hossam Hassan expressing hope that the problem is not serious.
Speaking ahead of the match in Dallas, Scaloni said the decision to rest the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner was not injury-related.
With the expanded 48-team tournament sending 32 teams into the knockout stage, every point, goal and disciplinary record could prove crucial as the group phase nears its conclusion.
Following earlier controversial comments by former Serbia striker Rade Bogdanović and former Netherlands international Rafael van der Vaart about Black and African players, Schweinsteiger has now joined the list of pundits accused of using offensive stereotypes.
Speaking on Friday, tournament organizers expressed their excitement about hosting the competition in Kenya’s capital, noting that the event offers young players an opportunity to earn valuable international ranking points while competing against high-calibre opponents from diverse tennis backgrounds.
Their place in the last 32 was confirmed in dramatic fashion after a goalless draw against Saudi Arabia. With qualification hanging in the balance, players gathered around a mobile phone on the pitch to follow the closing moments of Spain's match against Uruguay.
Kandie had initially faced an eight-year suspension, comprising four years for each violation, but received a one-year reduction after admitting the offences early and accepting the sanction. His suspension has been backdated to March 14, 2025, the date of his provisional suspension, and will run until March 13, 2032
Speaking to Radio Generation on Thursday, Ability Sport Kenya President Agnes Oluoch praised the athletes for their achievement, while stressing the importance of investing in youth development ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Paralympic Games in the United States.
Speaking to Radio Generation from Nairobi on Thursday, KKSF Competitions Secretary Perpetual Muthoni Mbutu emphasized the importance of such local competitions in preparing teams for international events.
Speaking from Kampala on Thursday ahead of the championship, head coach Joel Wangicho expressed confidence in the team’s preparations and their ability to deliver strong performances.
Nana Kwaku Bonsam, whose name translates to “Devil of Wednesday,” also claimed to have engineered the knee injury that threatened Cristiano Ronaldo’s participation ahead of Portugal’s clash with Ghana during the 2014 World Cup in Brazil.
Footage circulating on social media appears to show the England full-back snubbing Ghana’s assistant captain, who had earlier been denied a visa to enter Canada for Ghana’s World Cup opener against Panama in Toronto, a match the Black Stars won 1-0.
The two-day exercise will continue on Friday, June 26, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. at the same venues as the selection process intensifies.
South Africa’s Akani Simbine, who won in Hengelo after clocking 10.08 seconds, will once again challenge Omanyala in Paris alongside American Noah Lyles, who dominated the Rome Diamond League on June 4, winning in 9.88 seconds ahead of Cameroon’s Emmanuel Eseme (9.94) and Botswana’s Letsile Tebogo (9.95). Omanyala had a disappointing outing in Rome, finishing eighth in 10.11 seconds.
Speaking to Radio Generation on Wednesday evening, ESports Kenya Federation President Ronnie Lusigi said the organization will select 26 players who will represent the country at the upcoming Global Esports Games 2026 in Los Angeles, USA, from December 2–10.
Gianni Infantino has defended the policy, saying Fifa’s intention is not commercial and that all broadcasting deals were agreed long before the tournament began.
The manager has left the Les Bleus camp, in agreement with the French Football Federation, to take compassionate leave and is expected to fly home to France to make funeral arrangements following the devastating news.
The training grounds are expected to support team preparations during AFCON 2027, which Kenya will co-host, while also strengthening the country’s wider sports infrastructure network.
Bogdanović was working as a commentator for Serbia’s state broadcaster RTS during the Belgium vs Iran match when he made the remarks while discussing Ngoy’s sending-off. He questioned the focus and stamina of Black players in general, rather than focusing on Ngoy as an individual.
Speaking from the team’s training base at Florida Atlantic University (FAU) in Boca Raton, Florida, Hurman said head coach Dick Advocaat has allowed players to share rooms with their partners to help the squad stay calm during their stay in Florida.
The Public Procurement Regulatory Authority said the transaction was funded entirely by CAF-controlled accounts and not public funds, placing it outside its jurisdiction under Kenyan procurement law
Off the pitch, Iran’s World Cup journey has been shaped by multiple restrictions and diplomatic complications. Several key members of their technical staff were denied entry visas into the United States, while the Football Federation of the Islamic Republic of Iran (FFIRI) also protested after ticket allocations were withdrawn shortly before the tournament began.
The team had reportedly requested to stay in Seattle this week, but the request was rejected by local security officials. Instead, they will return to their primary training base in Spokane, Washington, 280 miles east of Seattle.
Millions on the line as Gor,Tusker begin Africa campaign in September
Samir Xaud, 42, who was elected president unopposed last year, is alleged to have flown his mistress to New York before traveling to Mexico City, where he met his wife for the World Cup opening ceremony last week
The Kakamega Golf Club member delivered consistent performances across the tournament to finish top of the leaderboard, carding 281 (-7 under) to secure the top position.
The Kenyan champions produced a dominant performance, controlling the match from start to finish to secure a 3-0 victory (25-17, 25-20, 25-15) and lift the coveted title.