Football

Indonesia national team defender Jay Idzes was named Men's Player of the Year at the PSSI Awards 2026 and dedicated it to behind-the-scenes workers. He won after defeating Yakob Sayuri, Kevin Diks, Rizky Ridho, and Calvin Verdonk in voting from January to March 2026. The event took place at Studio 6 Emtek in Jakarta on Saturday night (28/3/2026).

March 28, 2026 Reported by AI

South Korea lost 4-0 to Ivory Coast in a friendly match at Stadium MK in Milton Keynes, England, on Saturday. The team hit the woodwork three times but failed to score, while suffering multiple defensive breakdowns. The defeat comes with the FIFA World Cup less than three months away.

Argentine national team forward Joaquín Panichelli suffered an anterior cruciate ligament tear in his right knee during training at Ezeiza and will miss the 2026 World Cup. He posted an emotional letter on social media expressing frustration and resolve. He received support from teammates, the AFA, and his family.

March 26, 2026 Reported by AI

Senegal plans to display its Africa Cup of Nations trophy before a match against Peru, rejecting a Confederation of African Football decision to award the title to Morocco. Football chief Abdoulaye Fall called the ruling the 'most blatant administrative robbery' in sports history. The country has appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport and demanded an investigation into alleged corruption.

Brazil's national team lost 2-1 to France in a friendly match played on Thursday (March 26) at Gillette Stadium in the United States. Carlo Ancelotti, Brazil's coach, stated the team is ready for the World Cup despite the defeat. Fans chanted for Neymar during the game.

March 26, 2026 Reported by AI

Colombia's national football team, led by Néstor Lorenzo, faces Croatia on Thursday in a friendly match that will test the squad ahead of the 2026 World Cup. The game aims to solidify the team's playing style and assess players vying for final roster spots. Key figures include James Rodríguez and Luis Díaz.