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Iran Granted U.S. Visas Ahead of FIFA World Cup Campaign
Addis Ababa, June 5, 2026 (FMC) — Iran’s national football team has been granted U.S. visas ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Reuters reported on Friday, citing a White House official, clearing a major hurdle that had cast uncertainty over the squad’s participation in the tournament.
The visas were issued overnight, just days before Iran’s…
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Selemon Barega Retains Great Manchester Run Title with Commanding Victory
Addis Ababa, May 31, 2026 (FMC) — Ethiopian distance-running star Selemon Barega successfully defended his AJ Bell Great Manchester Run crown on Sunday, winning the elite men's 10km race in 27 minutes and 37 seconds.
Barega surged clear…
Mexico’s Claudia Sheinbaum Says Country Ready to Host Iran During 2026 World Cup
Addis Ababa, May 25, 2026 (FMC) — Mexico has expressed readiness to host Iran’s national football team during the 2026 FIFA World Cup should FIFA approve any adjustments to the current tournament arrangements, according to remarks by…
Ethiopia Dominates Cape Town Marathon as Mohamed Esa Sets Historic Course Record
Addis Ababa, May 25, 2026 (FMC) — Ethiopian athletes delivered a commanding performance at the Cape Town Marathon in South Africa on Sunday, with Mohamed Esa winning the men’s race in a historic course-record time of 2:04:55.
Esa’s…
Ebola Outbreak Forces DR Congo to Relocate World Cup Preparations
Addis Ababa, May 21, 2026 (FMC) — The Democratic Republic of Congo national football team has relocated a planned pre-World Cup training camp from Kinshasa to Belgium amid growing concerns over the Ebola outbreak affecting parts of the…
Strong Finish for Ethiopia as Team Secures 15 Medals at Continental Athletics Championships
Addis Ababa, May 17, 2026 (FMC) — Ethiopia concluded its participation at the 24th CAA African Senior Athletics Championships – Accra 2026 with a total of 15 medals, marking a strong finish and reaffirming its continued presence in…
FIFA President Gianni Infantino Extends Best Wishes to Iran Ahead of 2026 World Cup
Addis Ababa, May 10, 2026 (FMC) — FIFA President Gianni Infantino has extended his best wishes to Iran’s national football team ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, reaffirming the country’s participation in the tournament amid ongoing…