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Infantino defends World Cup ticket prices, dismisses referee US entry dispute

FIFA President Gianni Infantino defended World Cup ticket prices on Wednesday, saying critics should blame the wider North American market if FIFA was overcharging. Speaking before the tournament opener, he said FIFA lacked authority to influence US visa decisions but highlighted efforts to secure entry for Iran's national team.

France 24

Four Takeaways From Gianni Infantino’s Head-Turning World Cup Press Conference

The 56-year-old directly addressed many of the political controversies looming over the impending tournament.

Sports Illustrated

Gianni Infantino’s Trumpian ramble is shambolic start to World Cup

COMMENT: The Fifa president spoke to the media for the first time in three years but, as Miguel Delaney comments, fell short on three major issues that have defined this controversial 2026 World Cup’s build-up

The Independent UK

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SPO:Infantino defends World Cup visa issues, ticket prices

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has defended soccer's governing body's handling of visa issues and ticket prices ahead of the World Cup.

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Infantino defends World Cup visa issues, ticket prices

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has defended soccer's governing body's handling of visa issues and ticket prices ahead of the World Cup.

AAP

Infantino plays the hits as Fifa’s defender-in-chief on eve of World Cup

The Fifa president’s monologue before the 2022 World Cup attained legendary status for all the wrong reasons. He was in familiar form four years on

The Guardian - US

Airbnb Hosts Are Giving Away Free 2026 World Cup Tickets in 16 Cities

Airbnb is giving soccer fans a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity: select hosts in the 16 cities hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup are including free match tickets as part of guest stays. From the group stage through the final, travelers can now book accommodations that come with access to live matches in…

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Border Officials Are Turning the FIFA World Cup Into a Diplomatic Nightmare, Forcing Athletes to Endure Humiliating Airport Screenings

Teams say they are being treated like criminals at U.S. airports, sparking accusations of state-sponsored segregation.

The Mary Sue

Infantino is losing control of World Cup of chaos as his American dream turns sour

The National (Scotland)

Che Adams opens up on blossoming on-pitch relationship with three Scotland stars

The National (Scotland)

Aaron Hickey predicts Scotland teammate will have big impact at World Cup

The National (Scotland)

England vs. Costa Rica—Pre-World Cup Friendly: Live Score, Match Stats

NU Stadium is the venue as the reigning MLS champions take to the field.

Sports Illustrated

Gianni Infantino tells football fans to ‘chill’ in response to Fifa’s critics

The Fifa president has defended the organisation’s handling of the World Cup, saying: ‘Screaming and shouting does not find a solution’

The Guardian - UK

World Cup 2026: All the best food and drink deals from McDonald’s to Starbucks

Several chains and restaurants will begin offering deals June 11

The Independent UK

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Sports Illustrated

Ranking the 16 FIFA World Cup Stadiums

Each 2026 FIFA World Cup host stadium offers a unique experience.

The Independent UK

Will Trump attend the US World Cup 2026 opening ceremony and LA match?

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This is how you can buy 2026 World Cup souvenir worn by Erling Haaland, Lamine Yamal and more

The 2026 World Cup souvenir has been introduced to the tournament for the first time

France 24

Fact-checking claims that Senegal’s football team were treated like ‘criminals’ at US airport

Kicking off this Thursday, the 2026 FIFA World Cup has faced its share of criticism before it has even begun. A viral video has sparked fresh backlash, appearing to show members of Senegal's national team being searched with metal detectors on the tarmac of a US airport. Online, some users…

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Where is ITV World Cup studio? Outrageous first look leaves BBC blushing

The battle of the broadcasters has kicked off ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and ITV have dealt a major opening blow to their BBC rivals

The Guardian - AU

Morning Mail: One Nation’s ‘sloppy’ finances, Trump signals new Iran strikes, who will win the World Cup?

Accounting expert gives damning verdict after seeing documents obtained by Guardian Australia; US president lashes out at Tehran regime

Sports Illustrated

The 10 Best Forwards at the 2026 World Cup—Ranked

Attackers from Bayern Munich, Manchester City and Real Madrid will light up the World Cup.

France 24

HRW report accuses M23 of detaining and abusing thousands in DR Congo

In tonight's edition, a new Human Rights Watch report uncovers mass forced recruitment and arbitrary detention by the Rwanda-backed M23 rebel group in eastern DR Congo. Also, we head to Durban, where thousands of foreign nationals displaced by xenophobic violence remain camped outside the Department of Home Affairs. And finally,…

TechRadar

How to watch England vs Costa Rica: Free Streams & TV Guide for World Cup 2026 warm-up, team news

All the ways to watch England vs Costa Rica live streams online and from anywhere in one of the last friendlies before the 2026 World Cup gets underway.

Sports Illustrated

The Incredible Reason Why Lamine Yamal Wraps His Hand, Nod to Real Madrid Legend

The Barcelona and Spain superstar uses a bandage on his right hand whenever he’s on the pitch.

The Guardian - US

‘Not in our best moment’: strikes and tension temper World Cup buzz in Mexico City

An escalating teachers’ strike and concerns around public perception have left locals with complicated feelings on the eve of the tournament’s opener

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