Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One app.

Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles. One news app.

The Latest Breaking News from Fifa

Fifa expanding AI use at World Cup to reduce amount of abuse seen by players

Fifa will expand the use of AI at the World Cup to reduce the amount of abusive messages that teams and players are exposed to on social media

The Guardian - UK

Starmer hits out at Fifa over World Cup water bottle ban for fans: ‘It’s just wrong’

Starmer has criticised Fifa’s decision to prevent fans from bringing refillable water bottles into World Cup stadiums

The Independent UK

World Cup players to earn $5,000 each day for clubs from $355M FIFA fund

Football clubs worldwide will receive substantial payments from FIFA for players selected for the upcoming World Cup. A fund of $355 million is allocated. Clubs also earn for players in qualifying matches. Manchester City leads with the most players. Bayern Munich, Paris Saint-Germain, and Arsenal are also set for significant…

The Economic Times

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

The World Cup Shadow: Mexico Teachers' Union Strike Escalates Days Before Kickoff

Mexico's most militant teachers' union, the CNTE, has entered its fifth consecutive day of strikes and blockades, escalating from street protests to storming the federal Education Ministry and shutting down major highways — all six days before the FIFA World Cup kicks off. President Sheinbaum refuses to meet with them…

Latin Times

$6,000 on tickets, a dodgy hostel and a seaplane: my Socceroos World Cup odyssey is about to begin

I’ve followed the Socceroos at three World Cups but this one is different and the usual anticipation is tempered by feelings of dread and uncertainty

The Guardian - AU

How migration became a key to World Cup success

Few would have predicted Morocco’s success at the 2022 Fifa World Cup. Heading into the tournament, they were ranked 22nd in the world and had never progressed beyond the round of 16.

The Conversation

The Fifa men’s World Cup 2026 could be too big for its own good

The Fifa men’s football World Cup is one of the most powerful brands in sport, attracting global attention with a simple formula of rarity, intensity and consequence.

The Conversation

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Fresh World Cup ticket controversy just days before tournament starts

IN FULL

The Independent UK

Fifa cancels dozens of free World Cup tickets given to fans after website error

A fresh World Cup ticket controversy has erupted ahead of the tournament starting next week

The Independent UK

As an American, should you feel guilty about rooting against the US in the World Cup?

The 2026 World Cup promises to be the planet’s most-watched sporting event. It’s also poised to generate its fair share of controversy.

The Conversation

As World Cup heats up, experts warn fans about mixing alcohol and extreme temperatures

Soccer fans will be drinking alcohol during the FIFA World Cup games. Experts warn that mixing alcohol with extreme heat carries risks. Excessive drinking combined with heat can lead to dehydration and heat-related illnesses. Staying hydrated and drinking in moderation are advised for fans enjoying the games in hot weather.

The Economic Times

FIFA finally returns to take on FC 26, and is remarkably free for all Netflix subscribers – you don't even need a console

FIFA World Cup: Launch Edition will be available to play on Netflix from 11 June – and it's free

How Graham Potter led Sweden to the World Cup: ‘It was the best night of my career’

INTERVIEW: Graham Potter spent four months meticulously planning for two play-off games, he tells Lawrence Ostlere. Now the Sweden manager is taking his adopted country into the 2026 World Cup

The Independent UK

The hidden cost of the most expensive World Cup ever

The FIFA 2026 World Cup is set to begin soon. However, the tournament is facing significant controversy. Ticket prices have reached unprecedented levels. Host cities are concerned about covering costs. FIFA is expected to earn billions, while cities rely on tourist spending to recoup expenses. This financial model raises questions…

The Economic Times

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

The Independent UK

Inside the world of Gianni Infantino: ‘The ass-kissing of Trump got us nowhere’

WORLD CUP 2026: The Fifa president’s ‘fawning and adoration’ has also been described as careful ‘management’ of the unpredictable Trump ahead of this World Cup, reports Miguel Delaney. But at what cost, and will it even matter?

The Independent UK

World Cup 2026 – Group I guide: Favourites France, dark horses Norway and dangerous Senegal... is this our group of death?

Can a 48-team World Cup where 32 teams advance really have a group of death? Well, if it does, then this is surely it

The Independent UK

Why some of the most dedicated World Cup fans are skipping this year’s tournament

The World Cup is set to get underway next week, but some hardcore fans won’t be attending this year’s tournament

FourFourTwo

Every new FIFA rule at the 2026 World Cup: Goalkeeper timeout ban, five-second countdowns and VAR offsides – what's changed

World Cup 2026 will see the first competitive applications of some new rules targeting time-wasting and expanding the role of VAR

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

The Independent UK

World Cup 2026 – Group H guide: Favourites Spain take on Uruguay as Cape Verde fairytale begins

European champions Spain head to North America as favourites as they look to win a second World Cup

The Independent UK

Fifa announce major changes to be implemented before every World Cup match

IN FULL

The Economic Times

India seek sixth SAFF Women's Championships title in summit clash against Bangladesh

India is set to face Bangladesh in the SAFF Women's Championships final. The Indian team is the favorite, aiming for a record sixth title. They have an unbeaten run and a strong goal record. India previously defeated Bangladesh in the group stage. The team seeks to reclaim the title after…

Radio France Internationale

Africa's finest: Egypt look to heal a century of hurt

Egypt enter the first 48-team World Cup as Africa's fourth best side in the Fifa rankings. In the fifth of a nine-part series on African squads at the tournament, RFI looks at a nation making its fourth appearance in nearly 100 years.

The Independent UK

Why each team’s entire squad will sing national anthems at World Cup 2026

The World Cup 2026 will see new visuals before kick-off with Fifa changing the format of the pre-match ceremony to include non-starters

International Business Times UK

FIFA Wants Money Back From Fans Who Got Free World Cup Tickets: What Went Wrong?

FIFA is requiring fans to pay for World Cup 2026 tickets mistakenly issued for free due to a payment glitch, with a seven-day deadline to avoid losing their seats.

International Business Times UK

How a 1997 Simpsons Joke Became a Viral FIFA World Cup 2026 Prediction Theory

A 1997 Simpsons clip resurfaces online, fueling claims it predicted the FIFA World Cup 2026 final despite fact-checkers rejecting the theory

1 … 101 102 103 104

People

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Organisations