The Latest Breaking News from Fifa

Haiti forced to change World Cup jerseys after Fifa rejects ‘political’ elements

The manufacturer of the team’s World Cup jerseys said the design was ‘not intended as a political statement’

The Guardian - US · Jun 10

Cybercriminals exploit Fifa World Cup fans with scams

Cybercriminals are using the Fifa World Cup to launch scams and steal credentials, warns FortiGuard Labs, the research arm of cybersecurity firm Fortinet.

Bangkok Post · Jun 10

Infantino defends World Cup ticket prices, dismisses referee US entry dispute

FIFA President Gianni Infantino defended World Cup ticket prices on Wednesday, saying critics should blame the wider North American market if FIFA was overcharging. Speaking before the tournament opener, he said FIFA lacked authority to influence US visa decisions but highlighted efforts to secure entry for Iran's national team.

France 24 · Jun 10

Infantino plays the hits as Fifa’s defender-in-chief on eve of World Cup

The Fifa president’s monologue before the 2022 World Cup attained legendary status for all the wrong reasons. He was in familiar form four years on

The Guardian - US · Jun 10

Border Officials Are Turning the FIFA World Cup Into a Diplomatic Nightmare, Forcing Athletes to Endure Humiliating Airport Screenings

Teams say they are being treated like criminals at U.S. airports, sparking accusations of state-sponsored segregation.

The Mary Sue · Jun 10

Infantino is losing control of World Cup of chaos as his American dream turns sour

Infantino is losing control of World Cup of chaos as his American dream turns sour

The National (Scotland) · Jun 10

Gianni Infantino tells football fans to ‘chill’ in response to Fifa’s critics

The Fifa president has defended the organisation’s handling of the World Cup, saying: ‘Screaming and shouting does not find a solution’

The Guardian - UK · Jun 10

Ranking the 16 FIFA World Cup Stadiums

Each 2026 FIFA World Cup host stadium offers a unique experience.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 10

What is World Cup lightning protocol? Mexico v Ecuador delayed after severe weather

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The Independent UK · Jun 10

Infantino defends World Cup ticket prices, says fans 'should chill' about ref denied US entry

The 2026 men's World Cup has been expanded to 48 teams and is the biggest and most ambitious in the event's history, with matches taking place in Mexico, Canada and the United States.

Euronews · Jun 10