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Why don’t FIFA and the Premier League treat racist abuse as a workplace hazard?

When a Tottenham Hotspur Football Club fan hurled a banana peel that landed near Arsenal Football Club striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang during a 2018 North London derby, a photographer captured the moment. That image became an arresting symbol of racism in soccer.

The Conversation

UEFA extends competition ban on Russian teams and clubs for 2026/27 season

UEFA has revised its list of eligible teams, confirming the continued exclusion of Russian representatives from its competitions. Clubs and national teams will miss out on European tournaments, the Nations League, futsal champions and other UEFA events.

Euronews

From pew to pitch, Cameroonian priest builds bridges in French banlieue

In Trappes, one of France's most culturally diverse working-class suburbs – known as banlieues – faith leaders are finding unexpected ways to bring communities together. A Cameroonian-born priest not only fills his church each Sunday, he also hosts interfaith football matches.

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An Australian in the US: national identity is one thing, but it’s hard to cheer for either World Cup team

The Socceroos playing on football’s biggest stage in my adopted country would normally have me racing to book tickets. Not this year

The Guardian - AU

Africa's finest: Algeria seek to build on mixed history

Algeria enter the first 48-team World Cup as Africa's third-highest ranked side. In the seventh instalment of a nine-part series on African teams at the 2026 World Cup, RFI looks at a country making its fifth appearance on football's biggest stage.

Radio France Internationale

FIFA World Cup 2026 host cities and stadiums: Full list of venues across USA, Canada and Mexico

The FIFA World Cup 2026 will be the largest ever, jointly hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Featuring 48 teams and 104 matches across 16 cities, the tournament kicks off on June 11, 2026. Iconic venues like Mexico City's Estadio Azteca and the final's host, MetLife Stadium, will…

The Economic Times

Uncertainty over US entry permits for Iran World Cup squad

Uncertainty remains over US entry permits for Iranian players just days before the World Cup begins, with various Iranian bodies denouncing "unfair" treatment. On Sunday Iran's football chief Mehdi Taj -- among some 15 staffers denied US visas, according to Iranian media -- criticised the United States' "unfair" treatment of…

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Ticket pain and Trump anger, but still room for ‘magic’: how readers feel about the World Cup

With the World Cup nearly upon us, Guardian readers share their mixed emotions – enthusiasm, hope, unease, anger, optimism – around this summer’s tournament

The Guardian - US

From luring stars to hosting the World Cup, Saudi Arabia has spent billions to disrupt soccer

Saudi Arabia is making waves in global football. Following a stunning World Cup upset, the nation attracted top stars like Cristiano Ronaldo and Karim Benzema. They secured the 2034 World Cup hosting rights. This move aims to boost revenue and improve their image. The focus is now on developing local…

The Economic Times

NFL Week 18 injury report: Final player statuses for all 16 games

Week 18 of the 2025 NFL season closes the regular season on January 3-4 with division titles, wild-card spots, and playoff seeding still live across both conferences – and the official injury report is a brutal one. The Commanders enter Philadelphia with both QBs Jayden Daniels and Marcus Mariota ruled…

Sports Lens

The Curacao blueprint and how Guyana are targeting a similar World Cup miracle

SPECIAL REPORT: After Curacao did what most assumed was impossible, Will Castle delves deep into one of football’s unknown nations, Guyana, to uncover what it takes to chase such an unlikely dream of World Cup qualification

The Independent UK

Boise State Football Wins vs. Top Programs in West

Boise State has recorded the most wins against Nevada among all Bronco opponents, winning 33 out of their 47 meetings.

SuperWest Sports

Luis de la Fuente: ‘The appreciation for Spanish coaches should have happened ages ago’

Spain manager on the values behind the nation’s coaching culture, the joy of teaching and Lamine Yamal’s otherworldly talents

The Guardian - UK

‘Football saved me’: Street Soccer coordinator Sarah Rhind on life after heroin addiction

Sarah Rhind tells Suzanne Wrack how football was her focus as she recovered and how it helped her create ‘beautiful friendships’

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North America’s wide and wild World Cup will be an experience like no other

Teams must be prepared for challenging travel and a cauldron of heat but will also encounter fantastic fans and a beautiful football culture

Evening Standard

World Cup 2026 London guide: The best pubs, bars and fan zones for every nation

From fan zones to pubs, beer gardens and ballrooms, here are the best spots in London to catch all the World Cup action — just make sure you book your tickets in advance

Euronews

Guadalajara: A travel guide to the 2026 World Cup host city

Mexico's second-largest city is hosting its third men's World Cup after previously staging matches in 1970 and 1986.

The Economic Times

Iran accuses US of 'vindictive behavior' with visa denials

The Iran Football Federation accuses the United States of "vindictive behavior" after 14 managerial and administrative members were denied U.S. visas for upcoming World Cup matches. Iran claims this denial prevents a "level playing field" and competition free from discrimination. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated the U.S.

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The Guardian - US

Iran World Cup team travels to Mexico with US visas reportedly denied for several staff

The US State Department says ‘necessary’ visas have been issued to the Iranian team, with players and coaching staff reportedly among them

International Business Times UK

Iran World Cup Squad Trains in Mexico as US Visa Dispute Leaves Officials Stranded

Iran's World Cup squad has moved to Mexico while key football officials still await US visas, fuelling criticism of the host nation's handling of the tournament.

The National (Scotland)

Scotland World Cup podcast hopes to capture 'emotional chaos' of tournament

SCOTLAND is heading to the biggest football party on the planet and supporters can be part of the excitement through a new visualised podcast

International Business Times UK

AC Milan's Champions League Collapse Triggers €22M Bloodbath as Allegri and Top Executives Are Axed

AC Milan's UCL dreams shattered with a 2-1 loss to Cagliari, leading to Allegri's sacking and a €22m setback for the club. Discover the full story.

The Independent UK

Gareth Southgate explains why he refuses to say Andrew Tate’s name in manosphere documentary

Former England football manager, 55, explores how young men feel lost after the pandemic in new BBC documentary

Adidas' World Cup ball could be the most advanced ever kicked in a professional match – here's why

Connected ball tech could be a major jump forward for football.

Woman & Home

'It's taken a long time' Karen Carney on success of women's football and misogyny ahead of the World Cup

The former England captain gives her thoughts on the home nations chances and how much things have changed for women in the game

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