FIFA World Cup 2026 News
In a dramatic turn of events during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers, India's hopes were dashed in a contentious match against Qatar, leading to widespread outrage and accusations of blatant cheating.
The Blue Tigers will face Kuwait in Kolkata on June 6 before travelling away to take on Qatar on June 11 in their last two matches of Group A. India are currently placed second in the group, with four points from four matches.
FIFA made the announcement Sunday at a Miami television studio, allocating the opener of the 39-day tournament to Mexico City’s Estadio Azteca on June 11 and the finale to the home of the NFL's New York Jets and Giants.
Read the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualification scenario of Indian football team after their 3-0 loss against Qatar at home.
Argentina still leads the 10-team South American qualifying group with 12 points from five matches. Uruguay is second with 10 points.
The 102nd ranked side India was restricted to their own half early on as Kuwait dominated the ball possession, but Indian midfielders improved as game went on, making some chances for the strikers.
Argentina leads South American qualifying for FIFA World Cup 2026 with 12 points in four matches. Uruguay, Brazil and Venezuela have seven points and are separated by goal difference.
In the near future, Lionel Messi suggested he wants to play in next year’s Copa America in the US to help Argentina defend their title.
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