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How to Watch the 2026 World Cup on TV, Live Stream

The expanded 48-team tournament will draw in hundreds of millions, perhaps even billions, of viewers each day.

Sports Illustrated

Somali referee speaks out after being refused entry into US for World Cup 2026

Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan says he has had his World Cup dreams dashed after he was refused entry at the US border.

The Independent UK

World Cup tickets for Iran fans revoked days before tournament, says country's federation

Iran's allocation of fan tickets for the group stage of the World Cup has been revoked just days before the start of the tournament, the country's football federation said Tuesday, in the latest controversy surrounding the Iranian squad as it prepares to play its group matches on US soil.

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Iran says US has revoked World Cup 2026 ticket allocation in 'sabotage' attempt

Iran fans have been left stranded just days before the tournament begins

Evening Standard

Iran federation announce World Cup ticketing withdrawal one week from kick-off

Iran’s federation says its allocation of tickets for fans to attend the World Cup group fixtures has been withdrawn just days ahead of the start…

The National (Scotland)

From World Cup Willie to Tip and Tap: a nostalgic nod to the era of lovably quirky mascots

This year’s World Cup serves up yet more soulless, corporate animal slop to leave fans pining for the days of unique talismans

The Guardian - UK

Curacao, the tiny nation ready to paint the World Cup blue

With a population of just 155,000 people, Curacao will be the smallest nation ever to play at a World Cup this summer. FourFourTwo visited the island to find out how they've made it

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Fifa and Gianni Infantino have questions to answer after the scandalous treatment of Omar Abdulkadir Artan

COMMENT : After Somalian referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan had his ‘dream’ of officiating at the World Cup denied by the host nation on the eve of the tournament, Fifa is forgetting its own rules, and values. By Miguel Delaney

The Independent UK

World Cup 2026 visa chaos: from referee Omar Artan to Iranian officials – who is affected?

Fifa has found its tournament squarely caught up in the second Trump administration’s aggressive border restrictions

The Guardian - UK

FIFA World Cup 2026 schedule, matches: Check must watch games of group stage

Lionel Messi's Argentina, the reigning champions, will begin their defense of the trophy against Algeria in Group J in Kansas City on June 16.

The Economic Times

Stadium Wonders: How Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium Became World Cup-Ready

From a new grass pitch to covering more than 1,000 corporate logos, turning the Falcons’ home into a World Cup host was not simple.

Sports Illustrated

World Cup border issues continue as Cannavaro questions Uzbekistan security frisk

Iran's World Cup ticket allocation has been cancelled, and 13 delegation members remain without visas, forcing the team to base itself in Mexico. Meanwhile, a Somali referee was turned away, an Iraqi striker was held for seven hours in Chicago, and Senegalese players were body-searched on arrival.

Euronews

Top African referee denied entry into the US and will miss World Cup

A FIFA spokesperson confirmed in a statement that Artan, who says he was detained for 11 hours at Miami International Airport, would play no part in the World Cup.

Euronews

We ran 100,000 computer simulations of the World Cup. And the winner will be …

In times past, when we wanted to know which team would win the World Cup, we had to turn to seers with crystal balls, use divination via tea leaves, or hope for Paul the Octopus to tell us what would happen.

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Argentina vs. Iceland—International Friendly: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

The World Cup holders conclude their preparations for the upcoming tournament against European minnows.

The National (Scotland)

Scotland's World Cup rivals accused of 'voodoo curses' in historic claim

Haiti qualified for their first-ever World Cup thanks to a combination of bribery, voodoo, poisoning and intimidation, a Caribbean legend has…

The Independent UK

Michel Platini launches criminal complaint against Gianni Infantino before World Cup

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Frustrated Ian Wright criticises ‘World Cup of chaos’ after African referee denied entry

Ex-England star and pundit Wright cut a forlorn figure in an Instagram video two days before the tournament starts

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Tartan Army face fresh World Cup blow as US citizens gifted free tickets

American authorities are handing out thousands of free tickets for Scotland's World Cup games to kids and military veterans

International Business Times UK

FIFA World Cup 2026 Ticket Alert: FBI Warns Of Scam Websites — Beware Of These 36 Fake Domains

Beware of cybercrime targeting FIFA World Cup 2026 fans. Fake websites are mimicking official platforms to steal money and personal data. Stay vigilant, especially in North America.

Euronews

Host cities ready for kickoff in biggest World Cup ever as fans lament visa bans and ticket prices

The United States will host roughly 75% of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with 78 of the 104 matches in the entire tournament taking place in 11 host cities.

The Economic Times

FIFA 2026: It's bigger. Is it better? A look at the differences between the 1994 and 2026 World Cups

The 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America contrasts sharply with the 1994 tournament. Ticket prices have surged dramatically. The competition has expanded to 48 teams, requiring more games. Venues are now exclusively NFL stadiums, and the geographic reach extends to Canada. Water breaks are a new feature.

The Guardian - US

US stadium and hotel workers threaten strikes ‘to make things fair’ during World Cup

Low wages and fears of ICE crackdowns have set workers on edge of strike as thousands set to arrive during World Cup

Radio France Internationale

Somali football referee denied US entry will miss World Cup debut

The United States has denied entry to football referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan, who had been expected to be the first Somali to officiate a World Cup match.

The Independent UK

World Cup 2026 Group J guide: Favourites Argentina begin title defence as Jordan debut

Lionel Messi returns with a highly fancied Argentina squad while Algeria and Austria are set to battle for second spot

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