The Latest Breaking News from Fifa

FIFA websites spoofed by hackers ahead of 2026 World Cup, FBI warns

Dozens of fake FIFA sites are out there, stealing people's data and possibly even money.

TechRadar · May 29

FIFA claims of 'solid gold' World Cup rebuffed by 11 stone calculation

The current World Cup trophy has been claimed to be 'solid gold' - but if it were gold all the way through, it would be too heavy to lift with one hand

FourFourTwo · May 29

Brazil’s 1998 World Cup Squad: Where Are They Now?

Brazil finished as runner-up at the 1998 World Cup after suffering a 3–0 defeat to hosts France in the final.

Sports Illustrated · May 29

Messi set for sixth FIFA appearance as Argentina names World Cup squad

Argentina's coach Lionel Scaloni has revealed the 26-player squad for the FIFA World Cup 2026. Captain Lionel Messi will lead the team in his sixth World Cup appearance. The defending champions will play warm-up matches against Honduras and Iceland. Argentina is in Group J and begins its campaign against Algeria.…

The Economic Times · May 29

US states probe Fifa over 'impossibly high' World Cup ticket prices

The US states of New York and New Jersey are investigating the ticketing practices of Fifa, the football governing body and organiser of the upcoming World Cup, which has been accused of exploiting fans with "impossibly high prices".

Radio France Internationale · May 28

Crystal Palace keep good times rolling but must now fend off more sharks

In today’s Football Daily: the Eagles fly again

The Guardian - UK · May 28

World Cup 2026 kit ranking: Which teams are the fashionable winners and unstylish losers?

Here is Euronews Culture's verdict on the best and worst football kits at this year’s World Cup.

Euronews · May 28

Africa at the World Cup: 10 teams, local coaches and tactical depth usher in a new era

The 2026 men’s Fifa World Cup marks a seismic shift in the global football landscape. The decision to expand the final stage of the tournament from 32 teams to 48 has significantly benefited the Confederation of African Football (Caf).

The Conversation · May 28

FIFA accused of ‘artificially inflating prices’ of World Cup tickets

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The Independent UK · May 28

FIFA faces US probe over World Cup ticket prices less than two weeks before the tournament

The attorneys general of New York and New Jersey have issued subpoenas to FIFA as part of a formal investigation into allegedly deceptive ticketing practices ahead of the 2026 World Cup, with fans reporting sky-high prices.

Euronews · May 28