The Latest Breaking News from Fifa

The World Cup Has Exposed the NFL’s Turf Problem. Now It’s Time for Owners to Do Right By Their Players.

It’s time NFL owners learned from FIFA’s field requirements and change its approach.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 18

'Aliens Will Kidnap FIFA Stars in Miami': Brazilian Psychic's Wild World Cup Prediction Goes Massively Viral

A Brazilian influencer's prediction of a mass UFO abduction at a Miami match has sparked memes, jokes and disbelief online.

International Business Times UK · Jun 18

World Cup 2026: Bellingham playing with ‘chip on shoulder’, Côte d’Ivoire’s Wahi barred over alleged fixing – as it happened

England fans reflected on a thumping opening win against Croatia while the Côte d’Ivoire striker Elye Wahi was under investigation for match fixing

The Guardian - UK · Jun 18

Will Zee Entertainment’s FIFA World Cup deal turn the needle for its 3.3 crore shareholders?

Zee Entertainment Enterprises pulled off a surprise win by securing India's broadcast and digital rights for multiple FIFA events through 2034, including the FIFA World Cups in 2026 and 2030, after rivals failed to clinch the deal. The move has boosted investor optimism, with Zee shares gaining over 30% in…

The Economic Times · Jun 18

Are FIFA’s hydration breaks helping or hurting the World Cup? Experts aren’t convinced

This summer's tournament, co-hosted by the U.S., Mexico, and Canada, is anticipated to be one of the hottest on record

The Independent UK · Jun 18

One Tech Tip: Watch out for scams when buying World Cup tickets

Soccer fans should be on the watch for cyber scammers targeting those seeking last-minute World Cup tickets

The Independent UK · Jun 18

Qatar’s Free World Cup Tickets Taken by Canada Supporters Ahead of Critical Match

Canada takes on Qatar in Group B action in Vancouver on Thursday.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 18

Mexico vs. South Korea—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

Mexico or South Korea can book their place in the last 32 with victory.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 18

Fifa plays down reports that ticketless fans breached security at England World Cup game

Fifa have played down reports that ticketless England supporters were able to gain entry for the World Cup opener against Croatia after evading security checks at the Dallas Stadium

The Guardian - UK · Jun 18

England fans delighted by win over Croatia in opening World Cup match

A brace from Harry Kane and goals from Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford sealed the 4-2 victory on Wednesday.

Evening Standard · Jun 18