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The great ticket price scandal: How we all became priced out of the events we love

LET’S UNPACK THAT: After the news that the cheapest ticket for the 2026 World Cup final will cost more than £3,000, Helen Coffey investigates how, from dinner to theatre tickets and gigs, real-world experiences suddenly became out of everyone’s league

The Independent UK

I’ve been to 14 tournaments. Will I follow England to the 2026 World Cup? No, no, no

Fifa’s demand that the most fervent supporters cough up a minimum of £5,000 in advance just for tickets is scandalous

The Guardian - UK

England's March international fixtures: Kick-off times, dates and how to watch England vs Uruguay and England vs Japan

England will face Uruguay and Japan in friendlies at Wembley in the March international break as they prepare for the 2026 World Cup

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England confirm two opponents for March friendlies ahead of 2026 World Cup

England manager Thomas Tuchel will get a final look at his players before selecting a 26-man squad for the tournament

The Independent UK

El Tri Secures First Major Victory: Takeaways From Mexico’s World Cup Group Draw

Mexico will face South Africa, South Korea and a currently undetermined European opponent in the 2026 World Cup group stage.

Sports Illustrated

France eyes 'great duel' against Norway, Senegal at 2026 World Cup

France coach Didier Deschamps says he is looking forward to a showdown between star players after his side were drawn in the same group as Norway and Senegal for the 2026 World Cup. The 48 contenders discovered their tournament fate at a ceremony in Washington on Friday.

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USMNT’s Potential Route to the 2026 World Cup Final

The Stars and Stripes hope to become the first host nation to win the World Cup since France in 1998.

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USMNT Head-to-Head Record With 2026 World Cup Group Stage Opponents

The Stars and Stripes avoided their biggest threats in the 2026 World Cup draw.

Sports Illustrated

Canada’s 2026 World Cup Schedule: Full List of Matches, Locations

Canada will open the 2026 World Cup in Toronto before moving to Vancouver for several matches.

Sports Illustrated

Mexico’s 2026 World Cup Schedule: Full List of Matches, Locations

El Tri will play the inaugural game of the 2026 World Cup at the iconic Estadio Azteca.

Sports Illustrated

Who Is Mexico Playing at the 2026 World Cup?

The 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage draw was kind for El Tri.

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Who could Republic of Ireland face at the 2026 World Cup? Groups revealed after draw

Heimir Hallgrimsson’s side now know their fate if they come through World Cup qualifying

The Independent UK

The 11 Possible Matchups for 2026 World Cup Opening Game

Mexico has 11 potential opponents for the inaugural game of the 2026 World Cup.

Sports Illustrated

How Does the 2026 World Cup Draw Work? Pots and Format Explained

There will be a total of 48 teams at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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Evening Standard

BBC insists it WILL have commentators at the 2026 World Cup through whole tournament despite 'work from home' report

Spokesperson tells the Standard the BBC will be commentating on site throughout next summer’s tournament in USA, Canada and Mexico

International Business Times UK

Prince William, Prince Harry Reunion: Royal Brothers Reportedly Set For 'Awkward' World Cup Clash

Prince William and Prince Harry may reportedly find themselves at the same venues during the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States prompting speculation about a potentially awkward royal reunion.

AAP

It's pot luck for Socceroos ahead of World Cup draw

Australia have avoided some of soccer's most powerful nations ahead of the 2026 World Cup draw, which features new tennis-style seeded tournament brackets.

Sports Illustrated

Which World Cup Groups Are USMNT, Canada, and Mexico in?

The U.S., Canada and Mexico already know when and where they’ll play in the 2026 World Cup group stage.

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Euronews

Sixteen European national football teams to battle for four World Cup spots in March playoffs

Sixteen nations will compete for the last four European spots in the 2026 World Cup. Italy faces Northern Ireland, while Wales takes on Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Radio France Internationale

European outfits discover next obstacles on the way to place at 2026 World Cup

Sixteen teams who failed to win their qualifying groups discovered the adversaries blocking their way to a berth at the 2026 World Cup after a draw on Thursday in the Swiss city of Zurich for the European play-offs.

The Guardian - UK

World Cup playoff draw: Wales face Bosnia, Northern Ireland head to Italy, Ireland go to Prague

Wales and Northern Ireland will do battle for a place at the 2026 World Cup if they navigate playoff semi-finals of differing toughness in March

Sports Illustrated

When Is the 2026 World Cup Playoff Draw?

42 of 48 nations have secured their ticket to next summer’s tournament.

The Independent UK

Tearful Andy Robertson reveals Diogo Jota inspiration after Scotland qualify for World Cup 2026

The Scotland captain revealed how a special moment shared with his former Liverpool teammate inspired his push to reach the 2026 World Cup following a dramatic win over Denmark

Sports Illustrated

The Best Players Not Going to the 2026 World Cup

There are plenty of high-profile names who won’t be competing on the biggest stage next summer.

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The 10 Favorites to Win the 2026 World Cup—Ranked

Defending champions Argentina face a tough test to secure a second successive world title.

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