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Historic World Cup Debut in Jeopardy as Somali Referee Reportedly Denied U.S. Entry
Addis Ababa, June 8, 2026 (FMC) — Somali international referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan's historic FIFA World Cup debut has been thrown into uncertainty after he was reportedly denied entry into the United States just days before the start of the 2026 tournament.
Artan, who was selected by FIFA as one of the match officials for the World Cup, was…
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Denmark Confirm Midfielder Christian Eriksen Stable After On-Pitch Incident Against Ukraine
Addis Ababa, June 7, 2026 (FMC) — Denmark have confirmed that midfielder Christian Eriksen is stable after a medical incident during an international friendly against Ukraine national football team on Sunday, in a match that was later…
Iran National Team Arrives in Mexico Ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026
Addis Ababa, June 7, 2026 (FMC) — Iran's national football team has arrived in Tijuana, Mexico, ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after relocating its tournament base from the United States due to visa complications affecting members of its…
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…
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…