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Infantino defends World Cup visa issues, ticket prices

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has defended soccer's governing body's handling of visa issues and ticket prices ahead of the World Cup.

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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

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.

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

The National (Scotland)

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

Ranking the 16 FIFA World Cup Stadiums

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

Sports Illustrated

World Cup thunderstorm protocol: Fifa weather rules explained as England warm-up is delayed

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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

World Cup 2026: Who Is Omar Artan and Why Was He Denied Entry to the US?

Omar Artan, a prominent Somali referee, was denied entry to the US, ending his World Cup dream and sparking controversy over immigration policies.

International Business Times UK

Gianni Infantino breaks silence over Somali Wold Cup referee denied entry into the US

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The Independent UK

World Cup Disruptors: The 10 Dark-horse Teams Capable of Causing World Cup Chaos

With 48 teams and an expanded knockout stage, the 2026 Fifa World Cup is ripe for upsets. We rank the 10 dark horses most capable of eliminating a favorite and making a deep run in North America.

Latin Times

Fifa’s Gianni Infantino says fans should ‘chill’ after World Cup referee denied entry to US

The Fifa president also defended ticket prices and commended his team for getting Iran to the competition

The Independent UK

How to Watch All Three 2026 FIFA World Cup Opening Ceremonies From Anywhere

For the first time, the tournament will feature three separate opening ceremonies, one in each host nation: Mexico, Canada and the United States. The unprecedented format reflects the unique nature of a World Cup shared by three countries and 16 host cities. This is how to watch the show.

Latin Times

The true meaning behind the ‘Trumpification’ of the 2026 World Cup

2026 WORLD CUP PREVIEW: The biggest World Cup of all time finally starts today. In so many ways, from Iran and visa issues to 48 teams and 16 venues, it is an unprecedented tournament. Miguel Delaney, on the ground in New York, delves into the details behind the immense scale…

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The Guardian - UK

Mauricio Pochettino: ‘No one sees the USA as a contender – but why not?’

The men’s head coach tells Sid Lowe about his ‘American dream’ at the World Cup and tempering the host nation’s ‘arrogant’ expectations

Fortune

How the World Cup is a high-stakes stage for Big Tech’s AI push

The World Cup, which kicks off on June 11, is a big moment for large tech players such as Lenovo, Google, and Salesforce to show off their AI capabilities.

The Independent UK

Airbnb giving away World Cup tickets with select home bookings — here’s what to know

The men’s soccer championship begins June 11 at Mexico City Stadium

The Independent UK

World Cup what to know: Mexico kicks off a supersized, 48-team tournament

After years of preparation, a supersized World Cup has finally arrived

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Sports Illustrated

Ex-USMNT Boss Gregg Berhalter Sends Emotional Message to Son Before World Cup Debut

Sebastian Berhalter is expected to make his World Cup debut on Friday against Paraguay.

AAP

Sport and politics collide in most polarising World Cup

It is clear that sport and politics are entwined like never before as the World Cup gets underway in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

The Guardian - UK

The Guardian view on the men’s World Cup: the build-up was unedifying, but now the football takes over

Editorial: Rows over US visas and excessive ticket prices have overshadowed flawed tournament preparations. But fans will still hope for a gripping spectacle

AAP

As FIFA entices a new generation of fans, a Brazil influencer's platform will stream all 104 games

In Brazil, home of soccer-mad fans and the five-time world champions, the only way to watch all 104 games of the World Cup will be through the streaming platform anchored by a digital influencer

The Conversation

Municipal governments are often slow to act, except when FIFA comes to town

With the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicking off, millions of soccer fans around the world will be following the tournament taking place across 16 host cities in Canada, Mexico and the United States.

The Guardian - UK

TV rights holders frustrated over World Cup final half-time show delay

Fifa are still to confirm the length of the show despite multiple requests, with the delays causing issues for broadcasters and advertising teams

Radio France Internationale

Africa's finest: Ghana to seek World Cup redemption under new coach Queiroz

Ghana enter the first 48-team World Cup ranked 14th among African sides in the Fifa standings. In the final instalment of a nine-part series on African squads at the 2026 tournament, hosted across the United States, Mexico and Canada, RFI looks at a nation making its fifth World Cup appearance.

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