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The Latest Breaking News from the World Cup

2026 World Cup Power Rankings: Spain, Argentina Favorites; Norway the Dark Horses

Traditional powerhouses and emerging nations will be in contention for soccer’s grand prize.

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Thomas Tuchel explains ‘tough’ Alexander-Arnold decision: ‘I know what Trent can offer us’

The Real Madrid right back’s chances of going to the World Cup appear slim after he was left out of Tuchel’s latest squad despite the injury to Reece James

The Independent UK

Iran Soccer Chief Defines Terms of 2026 World Cup ‘Boycott’

A desire to play Iran’s World Cup opener in Mexico has been expressed.

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Seven uncapped players included in Red Roses squad for Women’s Six Nations

England are set to return to action for the first time since winning the World Cup

The Independent UK

Socceroos' mystery World Cup rivals no concern: Popovic

Despite not having all their group stage opponents confirmed for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Socceroos coach Tony Popovic is not letting that affect preparations.

AAP

Fifa president responds to Iran’s request to move World Cup games out of US

FIFA President Gianni Infantino announced that the World Cup will proceed as scheduled, rejecting Iran's request to move its games from the United States to Mexico.

The Independent UK

Fifa issues decisions on Iran’s World Cup request and Israel complaint

Gianni Infantino said Fifa wants the World Cup to go ahead as scheduled

The Independent UK

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Iran football chief vows to ‘boycott America, but not the World Cup’ amid bid to move matches to Mexico

Iran’s participation in this summer’s World Cup is in doubt after Donald Trump claimed it would not be ‘appropriate’ for them to play ‘for their life and safety’

The Independent UK

New bill would bar ICE raids near World Cup matches in US host cities

Nellie Pou’s bill follows refusal of ICE chief Todd Lyons to rule out enforcement near stadiums and fan festivals

The Guardian - US

Iran will ‘boycott America, but not the World Cup’ – federation president

Iran are due to play all three of their group matches in the US.

The Independent UK

You might be watching the World Cup in a very different way this year... free on YouTube

YouTube and FIFA have announced a deal expanding access to the World Cup this summer

On-song North Korea seal long-awaited World Cup return

A hat-trick from Hong Song-Ok in a dominant 4-0 defeat of Taiwan has ensured North Korea will return to the World Cup despite their early Asian Cup exit.

AAP

Three major England decisions facing Thomas Tuchel ahead of latest squad announcement

England will play Uruguay and Japan at Wembley in the last international break before Tuchel names his squad for the World Cup

The Independent UK

Iran will boycott the US but not the World Cup, country’s football head says

Iran will ‘boycott the United States’ but ‘not the World Cup’, the Iranian football federation president, Mehdi Taj, has said

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Brazil bound: Aussie connection guides Filipinas to WC

Australian coach Mark Torcaso has guided the Philippines back to the World Cup, beating Uzbekistan in their Asian Cup play-in qualifier on the Gold Coast.

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The FIFA World Cup Rule Changes Supporters Need to Know

New rules have been introduced ahead of the biggest World Cup ever.

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USMNT’s Mauricio Pochettino Speaks on Christian Pulisic’s Worrying Goal Drought

Matches against Belgium and Portugal loom large for the USMNT.

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Plans to move Iran's World Cup 2026 matches to Mexico 'denied by FIFA' after Donald Trump comments

Trump 'cannot ensure the security' of Iran at the World Cup

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FIFA Reveals First Song of the 2026 World Cup Official Album

The first track features Jelly Roll and Carín León.

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Is FIFA Allowed to Move Iran’s 2026 World Cup Games to Mexico?

Iran’s Football Federation is in discussions with FIFA.

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Ranking Every USMNT World Cup Kit From 1930 to 2026

The USMNT has a long history with the FIFA World Cup, having been one of the tournament’s inaugural participants.

The Guardian - UK

Sale warn England ‘superhuman’ Tom Curry needs time off to prolong career

Sale’s director of rugby, Alex Sanderson, suggested that Tom Curry should sit out England’s summer tour in order to be at his best for the World Cup

Sports Illustrated

Every USMNT Finish at the World Cup: Tournament by Tournament Breakdown

The USMNT have a rich history at the World Cup, dating all the way back to the inaugural edition in 1930.

The Guardian - US

USMNT squad: Mauricio Pochettino calls in 27 for friendlies against Portugal and Belgium

Injuries keep Tyler Adams, Diego Luna, and Haji Wright out of the final US friendlies before the World Cup squad is named

The Independent UK

Iran’s Mexico Embassy says Iran is negotiating with FIFA to move World Cup matches

Iran’s Embassy in Mexico has suggested that the country is negotiating with FIFA to move Iran’s World Cup matches from the U.S. to Mexico after President Donald Trump discouraged the team from attending the tournament, citing safety concerns

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