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‘No soccer fans here’: World Cup fever fails to grip Texas Republicans

Houston is a host city but those gathered there for a GOP convention are more concerned with contentious politics – and an elephant

The Guardian - UK · Jun 13

Australia embraces immigrants on World Cup squad with message that soccer is for everyone

Australia's Socceroos are highlighting their immigrant players before the World Cup. This message of inclusion comes as anti-immigrant feelings grow worldwide. Players like Awer Mabil, born in a refugee camp, share their journeys. The team's stance underscores multiculturalism's impact on Australia. This initiative aims to unite people and celebrate diversity.

The Economic Times · Jun 13

Kids' nonprofit in Seattle returns 20 free FIFA World Cup tickets over barring of Somali referee

A Seattle youth soccer group returned World Cup tickets after a Somali referee was denied entry to the U.S. Ali Abdulla, leader of the African Youth Sports Academy, felt betrayed by the U.S. action. His organization decided to forgo the tickets to show solidarity with the referee. The tickets were…

The Economic Times · Jun 13

‘What We Want’—Finally, Canada Feels Like a Soccer Country at the World Cup

Canada’s fabric of cultures came together for a historic performance at the World Cup opener in Toronto.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 13

Roaring crowds in stars and stripes show up for the US team, and soccer's moment in their country

Roaring crowds wearing stars and stripes came out to support the U.S. men's soccer team in their World Cup opener against Paraguay

The Independent UK · Jun 13

World Cup 2026: Clinical USA dispatch Paraguay as Balogun and Reyna shine

Team USA put on a dominant display in their Group D opener, defeating Paraguay 4-1 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. Folarin Balogun scored twice and Giovanni Reyna added a fourth as the USMNT made an emphatic statement on home soil, despite visa concerns and ticket prices that have overshadowed…

France 24 · Jun 13

Kids' nonprofit in Seattle returns 20 free World Cup tickets over barring of Somali referee

A youth-soccer nonprofit in Seattle has returned 20 free World Cup tickets to protest the U.S. decision to bar Somali referee Omar Artan from entering the country

The Independent UK · Jun 12

Australia embraces immigrants on World Cup squad with message that soccer is for everyone

Australia is celebrating the immigrants on its the squad ahead of the team's opening World Cup match

The Independent UK · Jun 12

David Beckham hails his ‘incredible family’ as he is honoured with Hollywood Walk of Fame star

David Beckham has received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

The Independent UK · Jun 12

‘Tickets are very expensive’: Mexican president Sheinbaum explains why she did not attend World Cup opener

Claudia Sheinbaum has said she gave her ticket to Mexico’s opening World Cup game to a young female soccer fan

The Guardian - UK · Jun 12