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The Latest Breaking News from World Cup

‘A New Generation’—Carlo Ancelotti Names Brazil Stars He’ll Never Select Again

The recent 2026 World Cup is seen as an opportunity to draw a line in the sand.

Sports Illustrated

Samoa flyer ready to conquer world with blue-chip backs

Samoa are assembling a World Cup backline with superstar status across the park and Brisbane flyer Deine Mariner has made a stunning recovery to be part of it.

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Sports Illustrated’s Beyond the Pitch Wraps Five-City World Cup Event Series

Sports, music, entertainment and fan experiences were featured across five host cities.

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‘Deep Concerns’—Concacaf Emphatically Rejects FIFA’s Proposal to Sell World Cup

A meeting on Thursday of the 41 member associations delivered a message to Gianni Infantino.

Sports Illustrated

Argentina president signs emergency order allowing foreigners to be banned for hate speech

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The Independent UK

Concacaf issues verdict on Fifa plans to sell stake in the World Cup

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The Independent UK

Overwatch Midseason Championship at Esports World Cup 2026: Schedule, results, standings, teams, how to watch

The tournament is underway.

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Bush’s Beans brings beloved UK delicacy to US market

Bush’s hopes to capitalize on the 15 million new U.S. soccer fans the World Cup created

The Independent UK

'Football Is for the People': Nigel Farage Backs UEFA and Demands FIFA's Gianni Infantino Resign

Nigel Farage has called for FIFA president Gianni Infantino to resign, backing UEFA in a fresh row over football governance and World Cup plans.

International Business Times UK

Argentina’s Milei empowers government to ban foreigners for hate speech

Milei’s administration framed the decree as a direct response to weeks of criticism from celebrities, rival fans, and social media users

The Independent UK

Brazil to face India in historic football friendly in Kolkata on October 3

Brazil's national football team will play India in a friendly match. This historic fixture is scheduled to take place in Kolkata on October 3. The match marks Brazil's first-ever game on Indian soil. India will face their highest-ranked opponent since 1992. This event revives Kolkata's deep connection with Brazilian football.

The Economic Times

Pictured: Tottenham summer signing reports for pre-season with returning World Cup stars

Marcos Senesi arrives in Enfield for the first time

Evening Standard

Applause and Anticipation—Soccer World Reacts to UEFA’s Seismic World Cup Boycott

The agreement of all 55 European national associations to boycott future FIFA competitions had eyes turn to a key set of dates.

Sports Illustrated

Soccer: UEFA to boycott World Cup and FIFA tournaments over stake sale plans

European soccer body UEFA and its nations reject FIFA's World Cup sale proposal. They will boycott all FIFA tournaments unless the plan is abandoned. This move creates a major governance crisis for the global soccer organization. Other confederations and player unions also criticize FIFA's lack of consultation. The decision impacts…

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The Independent UK

Government ministers back Uefa’s ‘principled decision’ over Fifa World Cup boycott

A number of politicians have criticised Fifa over its plans to create a company featuring private investors to run the World Cup and other events

The Independent UK

Inside Uefa’s extraordinary World Cup boycott plans – and what Fifa might do next

WORLD CUP BOYCOTT: Uefa’s constituent nations agreed to a boycott over Fifa’s plans to sell off stakes in the World Cup – a decision that, Miguel Delaney writes, could have ramifications right across the game

International Business Times UK

UEFA Vows 'World Cup Is Not for Sale' as Europe Threatens Total FIFA Boycott

UEFA's hardline response underscores the widening split with FIFA, as pressure grows over a proposal that could reshape how football's biggest competitions are financed and controlled.

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Fifa could draw US Congress inquiry over ‘smash-and-grab scam’, top Democrat warns

Jamie Raskin targets football body’s proposed commercial sell-off and links to Trump administration

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The Independent UK

What could a World Cup look like without European teams?

European countries ‘will not participate’ in any Fifa competition if Gianni Infantino’s plans to privitise the World Cup go through

The Independent UK

Why Europe is boycotting the World Cup – and what could happen next?

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The Conversation

Ontario adjusted its return-to-office rules for FIFA World Cup traffic. Why are disability accommodations treated differently?

In Ontario, thousands of public servants seeking flexible work arrangements have encountered significant barriers.

Sports Illustrated

UEFA Confirm Stunning World Cup Boycott in Bid to Kill Gianni Infantino Plan

UEFA’s reported boycott is not the only show of dissent from world soccer’s governing bodies.

The Independent UK

Uefa’s World Cup boycott: Which countries are involved – and will it cover 2027 Fifa Women’s World Cup?

Uefa agreed on Thursday that all 55 of its national associations will not participate in Fifa competitions

The National (Scotland)

Scottish FA back UEFA threat to boycott World Cup in fresh statement

The Scottish FA have thrown their weight behind a UEFA threat to boycott the World Cup if FIFA’s Gianni Infantino pursues plans to sell stakes in…

The Independent UK

Bulletin PM briefing: Uefa nations to boycott World Cup and wildfire rages in Suffolk

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