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2026 World Cup: No winner determined in Iran vs New Zealand match

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The group stage match of the Football World Cup between the national teams of Iran and New Zealand has ended in a draw. elchi reports that in the Group G match, New Zealand player Elijah Just opened the scoring in the 7th minute. Iran’s national team equalized in the 32nd minute with a goal by […]
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2026 World Cup: Brazil to face Morocco

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The competition in Group C of the 2026 World Cup will begin. elchi reports that the most titled team in World Cup history, Brazil, will face the rising star of African football, Morocco. The match, which will be held in New York, will start on June 14 at 02:00 Baku time. In the second match […]
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Canadian authorities denied visa to Ghana national team player due to criminal charges

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Canadian authorities have denied an entry visa to Ghana national team player Thomas Partey. “Elchi” reports, citing foreign media, that the decision is linked to rape allegations brought against the player. According to Canadian law, individuals accused of or convicted of committing a crime may be restricted from entering the country. Ghana’s national team will […]
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“Sabah” announces the transfer of Brazilian footballer Almeida

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“Sabah” has strengthened its squad with a new player. According to the information provided to elchi by the club, Brazilian defender Junior Erivaldo Almeida will now work for the success of the “Owls”. A 3-year contract has been signed with the 26-year-old footballer. Almeida was transferred from the Portuguese club “Maritimo”. Throughout his career, the […]
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Clashes erupt at World Cup match

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Mexico’s opening World Cup victory was overshadowed by violent clashes outside Azteca Stadium before the match. Groups of ticketless fans and protesters attempted to force their way into the stadium. elchi reports that stones and bottles were thrown at police in front of Gate 8, and local media reported that dozens of people were detained […]
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Premier League club unveiled its new logo

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“Shafa” football club has unveiled its new logo. elchi reports that the Baku representative has released information regarding this. The logo, created with the motto “One club, one city, one history, and one family,” is said to consist of powerful symbols that unite the club’s past, present, and future. The fortress, one of the main […]
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FIFA President Infantino responds to criticism: “Calm down a little”

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Speaking at a press conference held a few hours before the start of the World Cup, FIFA President Gianni Infantino responded to criticism against the organization regarding immigration, ticket prices, and visa issues by saying, “Calm down and relax.” “Elchi” reports that Infantino, who claimed that no one but himself could guarantee the participation of […]
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The FIFA World Cup starts today

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off today. elchi reports that the opening match of the tournament, co-hosted by the USA, Canada, and Mexico, will be held in Mexico. In the first match of the tournament, host nation Mexico will face the Republic of South Africa in Group A. The match, which will take place […]