The World Cup trophy: Everything you need to know The FIFA World Cup Trophy has been in use since 1974: World Cup 2026 will determine its next temporary home FourFourTwo · Apr 17
World Cup 2026 fan zones: Where to watch World Cup matches across the host nations World Cup host cities will be summer destinations for fans from all over the globe and official fan zones can be an event in their own right FourFourTwo · Apr 17
World Cup 2026: Every referee at the tournament Which officials will be in charge at World Cup 2026 and what do we know about them? FourFourTwo · Apr 17
Everton target PSV Eindhoven winger and soon-to-be World Cup star for summer transfer: report Everton are reportedly stepping up their pursuit of PSV Eindhoven’s rising star Esmir Bajraktarevic FourFourTwo · Apr 17
‘Quite Surprised’—FIFA Bite Back at NJ Governor Over Train Price Hikes for World Cup The most expensive World Cup in history is only getting more costly in the build-up to the tournament. Sports Illustrated · Apr 17
England face landmark 500th game in Iceland as Wiegman warns against slips Sarina Wiegman has urged England to make their win over Spain ‘even more valuable’ by beating Iceland in what will be the Lionesses’ 500th match The Guardian - UK · Apr 17
Wout van Aert immortalised in Lego, Del Grosso's Arenberg grudge, and behind the scenes at the UCI Track World Cup: this week in cycling's social media The content from Paris-Roubaix is almost as good as the racing Cycling Weekly · Apr 17
Gianni Infantino lays out World Cup 2026 demand as Iran's participation remains in doubt World Cup 2026 qualifiers Iran are in conflict with the co-hosts and Infantino is calling for 'peace' FourFourTwo · Apr 17
Saudi Arabia abandons plans to host 2035 Rugby World Cup amid funding cutback Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund is undergoing a ‘value realization’ of its economic plan and its governor Yasir al-Rumayyan said the Iran war is adding ‘pressure to priorities’ The Guardian - UK · Apr 17
Scotland ready for Murrayfield ‘landmark’ against depleted but relentless England Saturday’s Women’s Six Nations hosts hope to end 28-game losing streak against the Red Roses in front of a record crowd The Guardian - UK · Apr 17
‘Don’t you dare count us out’: KC women’s sports mogul hails US rugby double-header Kansas City Current soccer co-owner Angie Long played the oval-ball game at college. Now she’s hosting a crunch game between the Eagles and Australia The Guardian - US · Apr 17
Was USA ‘94 one of the greatest World Cups ever staged? In the fourth episode of our new World Cup podcast, Copa Independent, Lawrence Ostlere, Miguel Delaney and Richard Jolly discuss the highs and lows of USA 94 and the tournament’s lasting legacy The Independent UK · Apr 17
How much will it cost to attend World Cup 2026 matches using public transport? World Cup 2026 will be played in 16 stadiums across three countries and fans are already counting the cost of getting to matches FourFourTwo · Apr 17
Mariners star declares for Arnold's Iraq World Cup push Ali Auglah has declared himself available for Graham Arnold's Iraqi World Cup squad after a stunning career revival at the Central Coast Mariners. AAP · Apr 17
The Independent UK · Apr 16 Culture clash: FIFA insists tailgating is not banned at World Cup — but it’s not allowed at every stadium With nearly a dozen U.S. stadiums around the country hosting World Cup matches this summer, tailgating rules may vary
Latin Times · Apr 16 World Cup Fans Could Pay Up to $100 to Reach Stadiums as Cities Defy FIFA Deal New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill said FIFA has not provided any funding for transportation, arguing that asking commuters to pay more would be unfair given FIFA's projected $11 billion in revenue during the 2026 World Cup cycle.
The Guardian - UK · Apr 16 LIV and let die: golf rebels count cost of Saudi cutbacks and other sports fear worst Public Investment Fund withdraws support for rebel tour and other sports could be hit too with Newcastle United uncertain
TechRadar · Apr 16 Many are still leaving the door open': Security experts warn FIFA World Cup partners could be putting customers at risk of email attacks Some World Cup partners are not actively protecting their domain name with the strongest DMARC policy.
Sports Illustrated · Apr 16 From Beckham to Tatum: Just How Serious Is Hugo Ekitike’s Achilles Injury? The French striker had been enjoying a strong debut season at Liverpool until disaster struck.
FourFourTwo · Apr 16 Arsenal star to be sold for just €30m, despite wanting to stay: report Arsenal are set for another busy summer, and could have yet another rebuild
FourFourTwo · Apr 16 Under Armour launches stunning new World Cup 2026 boot worn by Spain's best players Several stars of the game will wear the Shadow Elite 4 in North America this summer
The Independent UK · Apr 16 Kansas City outline ‘inclusive’ World Cup transport plans amid spiralling New Jersey costs Kansas City have revealed their reasonably-priced transport plans amid controversy of spiralling costs at the World Cup
AAP · Apr 16 Socceroos face final European test ahead of World Cup Australia will conclude their build-up to the World Cup with a match against the world's 19th-ranked side Switzerland, a rare outing against European opponents.
The Independent UK · Apr 16 Fifa president gives fresh update on Iran’s World Cup participation IN FULL
The Guardian - US · Apr 16 New Jersey governor hits out at Fifa over reported $100 World Cup train tickets: ‘They should pay’ New Jersey’s governor, Mikie Sherrill, has hit out at Fifa after reports her state’s transport system will charge $100 for a return ticket to World Cup matches