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The Latest Breaking News from World Cup

Why Half the Planet May Not Be Able to Watch 2026 World Cup

FIFA has reached broadcasting agreements with 175 countries, but two of the most populous nations are missing.

Sports Illustrated

World Cup hotel bookings short of expectations in Texas amid anti-U.S. sentiment abroad

A recent survey of hoteliers in the Dallas area and Houston found anticipated demand is not translating into strong hotel bookings less than 40 days from the start of the tournament.

The Texas Tribune

Five Potential Alisson Replacements for Liverpool Next Season

The veteran Brazilian goalkeeper is heavily linked with a summer exit to Juventus.

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Argentina star banned from World Cup opener by FIFA

Argentina will be without Gianluca Prestianni for the first two games of the World Cup thanks to his ban from FIFA

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Seeking a Career Change? $50,000 Job Opening for ‘Chief World Cup Watcher’

One lucky soccer fan will be paid to watch all 104 World Cup matches this summer—but with one pretty sizeable catch.

Sports Illustrated

FIFA Upgrades Gianluca Prestianni Suspension Over Vinicius Junior Abuse

Many fans felt the Benfica winger had initially got away lightly.

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FIFA President Ridicules 2026 World Cup Ticket Price Backlash With Hot Dog Promise

Gianni Infantino has gone on the defensive when faced with some World Cup final tickets being put up for sale at $2.3 million.

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England's World Cup squad announcement: When does Thomas Tuchel reveal his 26-man team?

England players are waiting with bated breath to find out whether they have made Thomas Tuchel's World Cup squad

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Italy’s 2006 World Cup Squad: Where Are They Now?

Italy fielded an absolutely remarkable squad when they lifted the World Cup in 2006.

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Gianluca Prestianni to miss start of World Cup if selected by Argentina after Vinicius Jr incident

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The Independent UK

Gianluca Prestianni could miss World Cup games as ban for ‘homophobic conduct’ extended worldwide

Gianluca Prestianni was hit with a ban by Uefa last month after admitting to using homophobic language during an incident with Vinicius Jr

The Independent UK

Five international strikers flying under the radar ahead of the World Cup

The names that dominate World Cup conversation every summer are familiar ones. Erling Haaland, Harry Kane, and Kylian Mbappe. They will attract the most coverage and probably score the most goals. But with 48 nations heading to North America this June, there are strikers in far less celebrated squads who…

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India to continue ban on bilateral sporting ties with Pakistan

Sports ministry says New Delhi will allow Pakistani athletes to participate in multilateral events hosted by India

The Independent UK

Kylian Mbappe Facts: Amazing Things You Didn’t Know About the Real Madrid Superstar

From his soccer idols to his individual records, how many of these facts about Real Madrid striker Kylian Mbappé did you know?

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FA unhappy with Fed Square live site World Cup ban

Football Australia has asked the Melbourne Arts Precinct to reconsider its decision to prevent live screening of FIFA World Cup matches at Federation Square.

The Independent UK

World Cup demand for US hotel rooms falls short of expectations

Visa barriers and geopolitical concerns have been cited as reasons for low booking numbers

The Guardian - AU

Football Australia calls on Victoria to reverse ban on Federation Square showing Socceroos games

Melbourne precinct cites ‘behaviour of small number of people’ for decision, which FA says robs fans of World Cup experience

The Independent UK

Red Roses fly half Zoe Harrison slams trial of smaller ball in women’s game: ‘Worst decision ever’

A size 4.5 ball will be in use in the WXV Global Series later this year

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The Guardian - UK

Has a football team ever finished on zero points without a deduction?

Plus: youngest players to score a trophy-clinching goal, an apology to Albert Kidd and keepers seeing red

The Guardian - UK

FA and US Soccer seek more control from Fifa over Women’s World Cups

Federations concerned over organisation of men’s World Cup while the FA worked with Uefa to freeze ticket prices for Euro 2028

The Guardian - UK

The problem with RFU’s handling of Six Nations review is that England fans aren’t stupid

If supporters want transparency, they won’t find it in the rubber-stamping of Steve Borthwick’s coaching team

The Independent UK

Ticket touts to face criminal charges in Government crackdown ahead of Euro 2028

It’s part of a broader strategy aiming at positioning the UK as a preferred destination for major sports events

Sports Illustrated

Every Country Making Its First World Cup Appearance in 2026

There are a number of newcomers set to feature at the 2026 World Cup, including what will be the smallest nation ever to appear.

Sports Illustrated

Spain Handed ‘Key Update’ on Lamine Yamal’s Injury Status, World Cup Availability

The teenage superstar is hoping to make his World Cup debut this summer.

Sports Illustrated

Ex-USMNT Star Reveals What Separates Christian Pulisic From the World’s Best Players

There is one key factor that separates the U.S. forward from reaching the heights of Europe’s elite.

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