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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 delegation, Reuters reported.
The Iranian squad landed in the Mexican border city on Sunday following a…
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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…
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…