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How US treatment of Iran has made World Cup 'inherently unfair'

A LEADING sports journalist has said the US has made the World Cup “inherently unfair” through its treatment of the Iranian team and fans.

The National (Scotland)

8 Vicious Acts By The USA As The World Cup Is Set To Begin That Triggered Worldwide Uproar

"This is the most World Cup attention the US has ever gotten and it's for all the worst reasons.”

Bored Panda

ZEE5 unveils star-studded commentary panel for FIFA World Cup 2026

ZEE5 will bring the FIFA World Cup 2026 to Indian fans in Hindi, English, Bangla, and Malayalam. Football legends like Gurpreet Singh Sandhu and Bhaichung Bhutia will be part of the commentary panels. This multilingual coverage aims to connect deeply with passionate football communities across India. The tournament will be…

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Iran threatens to stop matches if this happens. Check fixture and what is causing concerns for Tehran

World Cup 2026 begins on Thursday, with Iran opening their ‌Group G ⁠campaign against ⁠New Zealand in Los Angeles on June 15. They next face Belgium at the same venue on June 21 before taking on Egypt in Seattle on June 26.

The Economic Times

What is Fifa’s weather protocol for World Cup 2026 amid risk of long delays due to lightning?

Several games at last year’s Club World Cup were disrupted by the weather, with games at threat of delays during the World Cup 2026

The Independent UK

How Many World Cup 2026 Matches Are in Canada? The Full Toronto and Vancouver Schedule

How many World Cup 2026 matches are in Canada? Thirteen: 6 in Toronto, 7 in Vancouver. Full schedule, dates, venues and Canada's home games inside.

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How do World Cup weather delays work? FIFA lightning regulations explained

Mother nature set to play a distinct role in the tournament

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FIFA's 'Sold Out' World Cup Claims Slammed as Many Seats Remain, Even Trump 'Wouldn't Pay Those Prices'

FIFA's 2026 World Cup faces ticket sales challenges as high prices deter fans, contradicting claims of overwhelming demand.

International Business Times UK

SI:AM | The Casual Fan’s Guide to the World Cup

You might not be a huge soccer fan, but that shouldn’t stop you from following the World Cup.

Sports Illustrated

Desiré and Guéla Doué lead way at World Cup bursting with brotherly love

In today’s Football Daily: a World Cup stuffed full of siblings

The Guardian - UK

Zee Entertainment approves Rs 2,300 crore capital raise

Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd is raising at least Rs 2,300 crore. This capital will fund new business ventures and strategic plans. The company recently secured FIFA media rights until 2034. This move strengthens its balance sheet. Zee is also investing in digital platforms like Bullet and PhantomFX. The fundraising follows…

The Economic Times

Zee Entertainment to raise $241 million for stategic initiatives

Zee Entertainment is all set to gather 23 billion rupees to fuel its ambitious business strategies, following a significant win in securing the broadcast rights for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in India.

The Economic Times

World Cup 2026: the real story of the resilient African migrants reshaping global football

Global football body Fifa is branding the World Cup 2026 – and global football in general – as a celebration of inclusivity and diversity. It’s presented as a harbinger of peace and hope, and even somehow a saviour of African migrants who drown while attempting to cross the Mediterranean Sea.

The Conversation

Somali referee denied US visa gets hero’s welcome back home, vows to attend next World Cup

Hundreds of fans, government and football officials gathered at Mogadishu's airport Wednesday to welcome Omar Artan after the Somali refree was denied entry to the US for the World Cup. Somalia's dream of having its first national officiate a World Cup may have been dashed, but Artan told his supporters…

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Latin Times

The Road to Azteca: Mexico's Full 2026 World Cup Schedule, Group Matchups, and Kickoff Times

Mexico will play the group stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Group A, alongside South Africa, South Korea and Czechia. According to current fixture listings for Group A, matches will be played between 11 and 24 June 2026 in the host cities of Mexico City and Guadalajara in…

Sports Illustrated

‘Not Right’—Barred Somali Referee Sent World Cup Invitation by Canadian Politicians

Omar Artan was refused entry by U.S. Customs and Border Protection, despite having all of the necessary visa paperwork.

International Business Times UK

World Cup Chaos: Travel Bans, Visa Rows Cast Shadow Over Tournament Launch

The 2026 FIFA World Cup faces challenges due to US travel restrictions, visa denials, and Middle East tensions, affecting players, officials, and fans from multiple nations.

The Independent UK

Who is Omar Artan? The Somalian World Cup referee denied entry to the US

The Somali referee was due to become his country’s first to officiate the World Cup

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Latin Times

FIFA's Prohibited Word List Restricts Businesses, Content Creators From Using Tournament Branding

Terms such as "World Cup 2026," "FIFA," "official sponsor," "Somos 26," "FIFA World Cup" and other variations of the tournament's name will be prohibited for businesses that do not have FIFA authorization. Otherwise, they could face lawsuits and fines of thousands of dollars for intellectual property violations.

The Independent UK

Soccer offers West Bank Palestinians an escape as the World Cup kicks off

As the FIFA World Cup gets underway on June 11, with Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Qatar and Saudi Arabia among the Arab nations set to compete, soccer remains both a passion and a struggle for many Palestinians in the Israeli- occupied West Bank.

The Conversation

Seat the rich! World Cup ticket inflation reflects widening gap between haves and have-nots

In 1994, the last time U.S. stadiums hosted the World Cup, an average ticket cost US$58. The most expensive ticket for the final could be grabbed for $475.

Euronews

Mexico City counts down to 2026 World Cup opener at historic Azteca Stadium

Mexico City is preparing to host the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Thursday when the hosts take on South Africa at the iconic Estadio Azteca. The venue will become the first stadium in history to host three World Cup opening matches.

Tom’s Guide

World Cup quiz special: show us what you know about everyone's favorite soccer tournament

To celebrate the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, we've made a bumper pack of quizzes – can you ace all 3?

The Independent UK

Paraguay fans are eager for their long-awaited World Cup return, in the country they now call home

Paraguayan fans are eager to see their national soccer team’s long-awaited return to the World Cup in the country they now call home

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026: Football body's chief Infantino faces questions on eve of tournament

FIFA President Gianni Infantino will address the media before the 2026 World Cup. Concerns linger over high ticket prices and United States immigration policies. Somali referee, Omar Artan was denied entry. Protests are also anticipated in Mexico City with the potential to disrupt the games. Meanwhile, Lionel Messi showed good…

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