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FIFA subpoenaed over World Cup ticket prices and 'deceiving' seat locations

The investigation will consider how the ticket release schedule and public statements may have impacted prices

Evening Standard

India lose 0-2 to Jamaica in semfinal of Unity Cup

India's men's football team exited the Unity Cup 2026 semifinals after a 0-2 loss to Jamaica. Courtney Clarke scored early, and Kaheim Dixon sealed the win for Jamaica. India will now play Zimbabwe for third place. The match saw debuts for Noufal PN and Ricky Shabong. Edmund Lalrindika earned his…

The Economic Times

Possible Serial Killer Case Adds to Security Fears Ahead of 2026 World Cup in Mexico

A suspected serial killer investigation in western Mexico is intensifying security concerns just weeks before the country hosts its first matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Authorities in the state of Jalisco are investigating multiple killings linked to a man accused of targeting victims in communities near Guadalajara, one…

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New York, New Jersey Attorney Generals Launch Investigation Into FIFA Practices

New York’s Letitia James and New Jersey’s Jennifer Davenport have sent subpoenas to soccer’s governing body.

Sports Illustrated

New York and New Jersey are investigating FIFA's ticket practices as World Cup prices soar

FIFA is under fresh scrutiny for sky-high World Cup ticket prices and sales tactics that fans say left them with worse deals than they wanted

AAP

Federal judge drops charges against ex-Fox executive in soccer corruption case

A federal judge in Brooklyn has agreed to dismiss charges against a convicted former Fox executive and South American sports media company in a corruption case related to TV rights for international soccer tournaments

AAP

FIFA under investigation over ‘misleading’ World Cup ticket sales

Attorneys generals insist FIFA must answer allegations of ‘artificially inflating prices’ and ‘misleading fans’

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New York and New Jersey subpoena FIFA in World Cup ticket sales investigation

The US states of New York and New Jersey on Wednesday launched an investigation into FIFA over its ticket sales for the World Cup, with officials alleging the international football association of "fake scarcity and impossibly high prices".

France 24

New York, New Jersey announce probe into FIFA's World Cup ticket sales

New York and New Jersey are investigating FIFA. They suspect the football governing body exploited fans with extremely high World Cup ticket prices. The probe will examine ticket practices and alleged misleading information. Fans faced confusion and aggressive pricing. This comes as the tournament is set to begin soon. Many…

The Economic Times

Wall Street's 6 Top World Cup Stock Picks

The World Cup could give the global economy a $40 billion jolt. These are some of the stocks analysts think could benefit.

Kiplinger

New York and New Jersey subpoena Fifa over ‘manipulated’ World Cup ticketing

Subpoenas issued by the New York and New Jersey attorneys general seek information about Fifa’s World Cup ticket practices

The Guardian - US

How John Skipper Brought Soccer—and the World Cup—to American Audiences

As he climbed the ranks at ESPN, John Skipper made it his mission to make the beautiful game a popular one in the U.S. It wasn’t easy, but it was interesting—and ultimately worthwhile.

Sports Illustrated

World Cup fans face travel nightmare in US over spiraling costs: ‘It’s the most inaccessible one there’s ever been’

Fans are facing spiraling travel costs ahead of this summer’s World Cup

The Independent UK

World Cup transit sticker shock hits fans with tickets to matches in some US host cities

Fans heading to the World Cup in the U.S. are facing a new source of sticker shock: mass transit

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Lamar Hunt's legacy: World Cup adventures with sons Clark and Dan, and the foundation of US soccer

The late businessman Lamar Hunt was instrumental in bringing professional soccer to the U.S., founding the North American Soccer League and later Major League Soccer

AAP

The US is a two-time World Cup host. Without Lamar Hunt, it is likely neither would have happened

Clark and Dan Hunt share fond memories of their late father, Lamar Hunt, beyond their World Cup adventures

The National (Scotland)

Haiti politicians plead with FIFA to slash Scotland World Cup ticket prices

The Guardian - UK

PFA calls out ‘crazy calendar’ as responsible for Cole Palmer and Phil Foden burnout

Maheta Molango, the chief executive of the Professional Footballers’ Association, said it’s ‘not the version of Phil Foden we saw two years ago’

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Mexico To Host Iranian Soccer Team During World Cup After U.S. Rejects Doing So

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said that her nation would welcome the Iranian national soccer team during the World Cup after the U.S. said it wouldn't.

The Conversation

Canada should ban fossil fuel ads ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup

When the FIFA Men’s World Cup arrives in Toronto soon, it will be accompanied by one of its highly controversial Major Worldwide Partners, Saudi Arabia’s national fossil fuel company, Saudi Aramco.

The Economic Times

Zee in talks with FIFA to stream World Cup 2026 in India amid uncertainty over broadcast rights

Zee Entertainment Enterprises is in discussions with FIFA. The company aims to broadcast and stream the FIFA World Cup 2026 in India. This move could end uncertainty for Indian viewers. Zee is also launching new sports channels. These channels will feature various sports including football. The talks with FIFA are…

The Independent UK

World Cup transit sticker shock hits fans with tickets to matches in some US host cities

Fans heading to the World Cup in the U.S. are facing a new source of sticker shock: mass transit

The Conversation

The 1994 World Cup helped rescue ‘the beautiful game’ from mediocrity. On its return to the US, expect more of that beauty

Ahead of the 1994 World Cup – the first staged in the United States – players were asked to do something they never had before: sign a fair play declaration. The document, in which the soccer stars of the day pledged to respect the rules and opponents, was part of…

Radio France Internationale

Iran switches World Cup base camp to Mexico, as Washington closes door on squad

Iran's base camp for the 2026 World Cup was on Tuesday switched from the United States to Mexico, after US authorities refused to host the squad for the tournament, which starts on 11 June in Mexico City.

The Independent UK

Iran’s football players will commute to World Cup games from Mexico

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