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Gianni Infantino lays out World Cup 2026 demand as Iran's participation remains in doubt

World Cup 2026 qualifiers Iran are in conflict with the co-hosts and Infantino is calling for 'peace'

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Was USA ‘94 one of the greatest World Cups ever staged?

In the fourth episode of our new World Cup podcast, Copa Independent, Lawrence Ostlere, Miguel Delaney and Richard Jolly discuss the highs and lows of USA 94 and the tournament’s lasting legacy

The Independent UK

How much will it cost to attend World Cup 2026 matches using public transport?

World Cup 2026 will be played in 16 stadiums across three countries and fans are already counting the cost of getting to matches

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Culture clash: FIFA insists tailgating is not banned at World Cup — but it’s not allowed at every stadium

With nearly a dozen U.S. stadiums around the country hosting World Cup matches this summer, tailgating rules may vary

The Independent UK

World Cup Fans Could Pay Up to $100 to Reach Stadiums as Cities Defy FIFA Deal

New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill said FIFA has not provided any funding for transportation, arguing that asking commuters to pay more would be unfair given FIFA's projected $11 billion in revenue during the 2026 World Cup cycle.

Latin Times

LIV and let die: golf rebels count cost of Saudi cutbacks and other sports fear worst

Public Investment Fund withdraws support for rebel tour and other sports could be hit too with Newcastle United uncertain

The Guardian - UK

Many are still leaving the door open': Security experts warn FIFA World Cup partners could be putting customers at risk of email attacks

Some World Cup partners are not actively protecting their domain name with the strongest DMARC policy.

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Kansas City outline ‘inclusive’ World Cup transport plans amid spiralling New Jersey costs

Kansas City have revealed their reasonably-priced transport plans amid controversy of spiralling costs at the World Cup

The Independent UK

Fifa president gives fresh update on Iran’s World Cup participation

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The Independent UK

New Jersey governor hits out at Fifa over reported $100 World Cup train tickets: ‘They should pay’

New Jersey’s governor, Mikie Sherrill, has hit out at Fifa after reports her state’s transport system will charge $100 for a return ticket to World Cup matches

The Guardian - US

Fifa fires back at US politicians in row over World Cup transport price hikes

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The Independent UK

Palestine FA officials denied entry to Canada for Fifa pre-World Cup meeting

Officials from the Palestine Football Association have been denied entry to Canada ahead of a pre-World Cup meeting of Fifa’s member associations to be held in Vancouver this month

The Guardian - UK

Trump's Iran War Is Keeping the World Away From America's World Cup — and Host Cities Are Already Feeling It

Hotel room rates in the US are dropping ahead of the 2026 World Cup due to geopolitical tensions and travel restrictions, impacting expected international visitor numbers.

International Business Times UK

Fifa chief Infantino says Iran will compete at 2026 World Cup

Gianni Infantino, the boss of 2026 World Cup organisers Fifa, has confirmed that Iran will participate in the 2026 World Cup in June and July in the United States, Mexico and Canada despite the war in the Middle East involving Iran, the US and Israel.

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Infantino insists Iran will play at US-cohosted World Cup despite war

The FIFA chief has confirmed that Iran will play in the World Cup despite the ongoing war, saying sport should build bridges and remain outside politics.

The Independent UK

New Jersey governor says Fifa ‘should pay’ for World Cup transport amid soaring costs

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The Independent UK

‘Surprised’ Fifa hits back at New Jersey governor’s complaints over spiralling World Cup transport costs

The game’s governing body has moved to play down complaints from local politicians justifying a huge price hike in public transport for fans to host city stadiums

The Guardian - UK

Ticket to ride? Fifa premium makes this the World Cup that actively hates you

The $95 bus trip to Foxborough highlights a tournament unique in modern times – one that ultimately makes no secret of its disdain for the paying public

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The Independent UK

Iran-US war latest: Trump calls it a ‘historic day’ as ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon comes into effect

The truce follows a heavy bombing campaign by Israel against targets it says are linked to Hezbollah

Fortune

Trumpflation hits the World Cup: Fans face $80–$100 transit fares on top of $4,000-plus tickets

NJ Transit is modeling a 700% rail-fare surge to MetLife Stadium. Boston has already locked in 4x hikes. With $4,000 group-stage seats and $10,000 finals tickets, the World Cup's hidden costs are adding up fast.

The Independent UK

Gianni Infantino adamant Iran will play in World Cup despite war with US

Fifa president Gianni Infantino says Iran will come to the World Cup this summer

The Independent UK

Hotels across America slash summer rates as World Cup demand falls short, report says

Experts have pointed to high ticket prices and simmering anti-American sentiment to explain the price drop

Sports Illustrated

Why U.S. Hotel Prices Are Getting ‘Slashed’ for the 2026 World Cup

There are three key reasons behind the reported plunge and it may soon affect other aspects of the tournament.

The Independent UK

Fifa clarifies stance on tailgating at World Cup

Fifa has responded to rumors that the American tradition of tailgating will be banned at this summer’s World Cup. A social media post from the X account Pubity claimed on Tuesday that tailgating, the U.S. tradition of eating and drinking around parked cars in stadium areas, had been banned by…

The Independent UK

How England fans will be ‘ripped off’ by train fares at the World Cup

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