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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.

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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 National (Scotland)

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

The National (Scotland)

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.

International Business Times UK

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.

Euronews

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 Economic Times

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

The Guardian - US

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.

Radio France Internationale

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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‘World Cup of Chaos’—Referee Expecting to Make History Denied Entry to U.S.

The official from Somalia flew from Istanbul to Miami with a diplomatic passport.

AAP

SPO:Iran's tickets for World Cup games in the US 'revoked'

The Iranian soccer federation claims FIFA has revoked its ticket allocation for fans at the team's three World Cup games in the United States.

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Iran's tickets for World Cup games in the US 'revoked'

The Iranian soccer federation claims FIFA has revoked its ticket allocation for fans at the team's three World Cup games in the United States.

The Independent UK

Gianni Infantino hit with criminal complaint days before start of World Cup

Michel Platini, who was Infantino’s boss at Uefa, has launched a criminal complaint towards the Fifa president

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Platini sues Infantino in French courts as Fifa feud heats up

Former Uefa president Michel Platini said on Monday he is suing Fifa president Gianni Infantino, in the latest chapter of a battle that began when scandal derailed Platini's 2015 bid for the Fifa presidency. After unsuccessful attempts in Switzerland, Platini is now turning to the French justice system to make…

The National (Scotland)

Iran's World Cup ticket allocation 'pulled' days before tournament kicks off

IRAN’S ticket allocation for the World Cup has been pulled just days before the tournament is set to get underway, the country’s football…

The Independent UK

World Cup 2026: Referee from Somalia denied entry to the US was about to make history

He was denied entry at Miami International Airport on Saturday due to "vetting concerns"

The Independent UK

A number of the World Cup host cities have a homelessness problem. Here’s how they are solving it

In the past, many cities have treated the homeless as an eyesore to be removed ahead of big sporting and political events. This year’s World Cup appears to be different

The Independent UK

Iran soccer body claims fans' tickets for World Cup games in the US have been revoked

The Iranian soccer federation claims FIFA has revoked its ticket allocation for fans at the team’s three World Cup games in the United States

The Independent UK

World Cup 2026 – Group G guide: Belgium favourites ahead of war-torn Iran, Egypt and New Zealand

Belgium are not the force they once were but should still top a group which includes Iran, with the Asian country set to compete despite being at war with one of the co-hosts, the United States, in an unprecedented World Cup scenario

The Guardian - US

A (total) beginner’s guide to the World Cup: how does it work and the players to look out for

The tournament kicks off on Thursday in Mexico City. Here’s what newcomers can expect from one of the world’s largest and most watched events

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