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A 2026 World Cup that doesn’t rip off fans? Some cities are showing that it’s possible

Philadelphia, Kansas City and Atlanta are among the hosts showing that price-gouging at this summer’s tournament is, ultimately, a choice

The Guardian - US

Players demand stronger safety rules as experts warn on World Cup heat

Football players from across the world have signed an open letter calling on FIFA to introduce heat safety guarantees before the 2026 World Cup, as health experts warn of dangerous temperatures.

Euronews

Iran 'very confident' about World Cup protocols: federation vice-president

ANTALYA (TURKEY) - The Iranian football federation vice-president said Tuesday he was "very confident" in FIFA's protocols as the team prepare to play at the World Cup in the United States.

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Why Trump and FIFA are perfect bedfellows as the World Cup heads to the US

The 2026 FIFA men’s World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico is almost upon us.

The Conversation

Houston Prepares to Host DR Congo's World Cup Team Amid Ebola Outbreak: CDC Says Health Risk Remains Low to Americans

Houston prepares for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, hosting DR Congo's team amid Ebola outbreak concerns. Authorities ensure public health safety with enhanced screening and preparedness measures.

International Business Times UK

Iran soccer's excluded star Azmoun posts support for players ahead of World Cup games in US

Iranian soccer star Sardar Azmoun who was excluded from the World Cup squad in what seemed to be a political decision has posted support for teammates on social media

The Independent UK

Czech football coach who secretly filmed female players hit with lifetime ban

Czech football coach Petr Vlachovsky has been banned for life for secretly filming female players. Vlachovsky previously coached Czech side FC Slovacko had previously been given a four-year domestic ban while a Uefa investigation was ongoing. Uefa’s Control, Ethics and Disciplinary Body (CEDB) has now issued him with a lifetime…

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Shakira Just Crushed Spain’s Tax Witch Hunt After Eight Years of Leaks, Smears, and a $64 Million Shakedown

This ruling could change things for other taxpayers in Spain.

The Mary Sue

World Cup stadium workers demand ICE stay out

Workers at SoFi Stadium protested outside the venue demanding guarantees that personal data collected during FIFA accreditation would not be shared with US immigration authorities.

Euronews

Apple Sports is getting a more visual World Cup experience with live player formations

Apple is expanding the Apple Sports app to 90 new markets ahead of FIFA World Cup 26 while introducing a more visual tournament experience with live formations, lineup tracking, and real-time match updates.

TechRadar

Ian Wright fumes at ‘scandalous’ cost of World Cup 2026

Fifa has been blasted for their exorbitant ticket prices with fans required to shell out thousands to support their country

The Independent UK

Uefa will not follow Fifa’s lead on red cards for mouth-covering or walk-offs

Uefa has opted not to follow Fifa’s lead and introducing automatic red cards for players who cover their mouths when confronting an opponent or leave the pitch in protest at a refereeing decision

The Guardian - UK

The athletes who will thrive in a hotter world are already training differently

The winning athletes are already using heat to their advantage, because now they have to.

TechRadar

Véron Mosengo-Omba accused of bullying and intimidating Caf committee members

Véron Mosengo-Omba is at the centre of allegations of bullying and intimidation by members of the Confederation of African Football’s audit and compliance committee

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The Economic Times

Los Angeles World Cup workers vow strike over ICE guarantees

Workers at Los Angeles' SoFi Stadium vowed Monday to go on strike if federal immigration enforcement agents are deployed at the venue when it hosts World Cup matches next month. The UNITE HERE Local 11, representing around 2,000 hospitality employees, is demanding federal guarantees that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)…

Latin Times

Neymar Set for Brazil's 2026 World Cup Squad as Coach Carlo Ancelotti Finalizes Official Roster

Brazilian superstar Neymar Jr. is expected to be part of the country's 2026 FIFA World Cup squad after coach Carlo Ancelotti included him in the official roster, a major development for a player whose international future had been clouded by injuries and long absences from the national team.

Latin Times

Shakira's Revenge Arc Against Ex Piqué and Spain Tax Authorities Comes Full Circle With $70 Million Win

A Spanish court acquitted the Colombian superstar Monday in a tax case tied to 2011, ruling that authorities failed to prove she was a tax resident in Spain that year. The decision overturned a 55 million euro fine and ordered Spain's Treasury to return more than 60 million euros, about…

The Guardian - US

Canada’s sports minister hopes World Cup can lead to trade agreement with US and Mexico

Adam van Koeverden has expressed confidence that hosting the World Cup could be the key to agreeing a new trilateral trade deal with the US and Mexico

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The Independent UK

New York will host 8 World Cup games, including the final, in New Jersey: Things to know

New York will host eight matches throughout the World Cup at the stadium in the Meadowlands in northern New Jersey that belongs to the NFL's Jets and Giants

The Economic Times

FIFA media rights officials visit India where no World Cup broadcast deal is yet signed

FIFA officials are in India this week to secure a broadcast deal for the upcoming World Cup. Millions of Indian football fans may miss the tournament due to a deadlock over broadcast rights. A previous offer from Reliance-Disney was significantly lower than FIFA's asking price.

Euronews

Iran heads to World Cup training camp in Turkey with no US visas issued

Iran’s national football team is flying to Turkey amid fears over visa approvals from the United States, with limited preparation and no top-tier friendly matches scheduled.

The Guardian - US

The World Cup’s in-demand tickets: are Scotland really more popular than England, USA and Argentina?

The final is the most expensive ticket on resale for this summer’s tournament. But there are surprising get-in prices elsewhere

The Economic Times

No broadcaster for World Cup? What FIFA’s India standoff could really cost

As FIFA gears up for the 2026 World Cup, it encounters a broadcasting conundrum in India. Following a surge in online viewership during the 2022 tournament, local broadcasters are cautious about FIFA's steep pricing demands.

Sports Illustrated

Drake’s Soccer Connections—Recruitment, Davies and World Cup Hype

The Toronto-based artist is more than familiar with the beautiful game.

Sports Illustrated

What It Takes for NFL Stadiums to Have World Cup-Ready Natural Grass

Several venues are facing challenges with their pitch, with new grass fields sitting higher than the previous surface.

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