The Latest Breaking News from Fifa

World Cup Fantasy Tips: Our top picks for Round Three

The World Cup Fantasy deadline is looming - here are our tips ahead of the third round of group matches

FourFourTwo · Jun 24

Why Jude Bellingham was not sent off for covering his mouth during England vs Ghana clash

Real Madrid star avoided World Cup red card because of key difference to incident involving Paraguay’s Miguel Almiron

Evening Standard · Jun 24

The history of brilliantly terrible World Cup video games

As football fans revel in the real world tournament, its digital counterparts continue to stumble in capturing the ​hyped up ​atmosphere

The Guardian - UK · Jun 24

Soccer: World Cup turnout defies concerns, as Americans flock for the spectacle

Despite high ticket prices and travel restrictions, the World Cup is witnessing record attendance in the US, driven by a love for grand spectacles rather than soccer's popularity. Experts highlight the appeal of major global events and the allure of top-tier sporting experiences, suggesting Americans are willing to splurge on…

The Economic Times · Jun 24

"Purely a sporting matter": FIFA President Infantino defends WC2026 hydration breaks

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has defended the new three-minute hydration breaks at the World Cup 2026, emphasizing their purely sporting purpose to combat extreme heat and ensure fair play. Despite criticism from some coaches about tactical disruptions, Infantino insists the breaks offer a crucial rest period for players over the…

The Economic Times · Jun 24

World Cup 2026: FIFA respond after angry England fans slam 'nonsense' hydration break

First-half stoppage during Ghana clash came quickly after a long injury pause

Evening Standard · Jun 24

Dancing King, Invisible Spies and a Duck: Nine Fun Stories From 2026 World Cup Week Two

The second round of group games were almost overshadowed by the wacky events happening off the field.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 24

What happens if there's a weather delay in the last round of World Cup group games?

The last round of games in each group are scheduled to kick-off at the same time

FourFourTwo · Jun 24

Lazio Women to pay compensation after Cas pregnancy discrimination ruling

Lazio Women unlawfully ended Maja Göthberg’s time at the club because of her pregnancy, Cas has ruled, ordering the Italian club to pay compensation

The Guardian - UK · Jun 24

Gianni Infantino defends World Cup hydration breaks - and says they could be here to stay

The Fifa president denied that football’s governing body were benefitting financially from the three-minute breaks

The Independent UK · Jun 24