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Saudi Arabia signs soccer World Cup deal and says sports investment is a priority

Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund became an “official tournament supporter” of the World Cup on Thursday and reaffirmed its commitment to invest in sports despite notable retreats from other ventures in recent months

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France boss Deschamps unveils 26-man squad for 2026 World Cup

French football boss Didier Deschamps on Thursday night anointed Real Madrid striker Kylian Mbappé as captain of the France squad for the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Mexico and Canada.

Radio France Internationale

FIFA Announce 2026 World Cup Final Halftime Show Headliners: Full Details

The 2026 World Cup final will feature a halftime show, with FIFA taking a page out of the NFL’s playbook.

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Sky-High World Cup Ticket Prices Dropping On Resale Markets On Subdued Demand

FIFA World Cup ticket prices are dropping after demand did not support prices that many fans described as sky-high.

International Business Times

Handling it well: Hearts heavy after Celtic penalty and now wary of Paradise loss

In today’s Football Daily: Fitba, visas and Ludek Miklosko

The Guardian - UK

BTS Becomes First KPop Group to Perform at FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show With Madonna and Shakira

BTS to headline the first-ever FIFA World Cup Final halftime show in 2026 with Madonna and Shakira, merging sport, music, and education support

International Business Times UK

Saudi Arabia’s PIF takes on 2026 World Cup role just weeks after announcing LIV Golf funding cut

The announcement comes just weeks after Saudi Arabia’s PIF confirmed it was cutting LIV Golf funding

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Iran says no US visas issued yet for 2026 World Cup

Iran's football team faces uncertainty for the 2026 World Cup in the United States. Federation chief Mehdi Taj reports no visas have been issued yet. The team awaits guarantees from FIFA regarding the visa process. Players are expected to travel for fingerprinting. Iran is scheduled to play New Zealand, Belgium,…

The Economic Times

Soccer: PIF named 2026 World Cup official tournament supporter as Saudi steps up football ambitions

Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund is now an official supporter for the 2026 World Cup in North America and Asia. This move strengthens the country's connection with global football. Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 World Cup. The partnership supports various football initiatives worldwide. This includes grassroots programs and youth…

The Economic Times

Iran's World Cup team feted at home with public farewell amid US visa fears

Iran's football team was given a state send-off in Tehran on Wednesday with Hezbollah flags and anti-US chants from those gathered, as players and officials await US visas for their World Cup group games.

Euronews

Trump administration drops $15,000 visa bond for some World Cup fans travelling to the US

The Trump administration is suspending controversial visa bond payments of up to $15,000 (€12,800) for some World Cup supporters travelling to the US after concerns the rules could damage attendance at the 2026 tournament.

Euronews

Foreign ticket holders from World Cup qualifying countries won't have to pay bonds to enter US

The United States is easing travel rules for World Cup fans. Foreign visitors from countries that qualified for the tournament and bought tickets will no longer need to pay large visa bonds. This change applies to citizens from Algeria, Cape Verde, Ivory Coast, Senegal, and Tunisia.

The Economic Times

Football: Iran hold World Cup departure rally despite continuing concerns

Thousands gathered in Tehran for Iran's World Cup send-off. Players showcased their new kit and made patriotic statements. However, concerns linger about the team's entry into the United States for the tournament. Iran's FA is relying on FIFA to resolve visa issues. The team will train in Turkey before the…

The Economic Times

World Cup 2026 will prolong half-time interval for extravagant show, with acts announced

The World Cup will include a half-time show this summer and its acts have been announced

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The Independent UK

Why billions of people could miss out on watching the World Cup

Fifa is yet to secure broadcasting agreements in China, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Thailand, and Myanmar

The Independent UK

FIFA announces Super Bowl-style World Cup final halftime show featuring Madonna, Shakira and BTS

The World Cup final will feature a star-studded halftime show headlined by Madonna, Shakira and boy-band BTS

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026 match timings for India: All you need to know

FIFA World Cup India Match Timings: Football fans eagerly await the FIFA World Cup 2026. The tournament begins June 11 and ends July 19. It will be hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada. For the first time, 48 teams will compete. Indian viewers can watch matches early morning…

Sports Illustrated

Morocco 2026 World Cup Preview: Confident Group Capable of Repeating History

The Atlas Lions shocked the world in 2022—is there a chance they can do it again?

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New Zealand 2026 World Cup Preview: Ready to Enjoy the Ride of a Lifetime

New Zealand went unbeaten in the country’s last World Cup appearance 16 years ago, albeit with three draws.

Sports Illustrated

DR Congo 2026 World Cup Preview: Overlooked Leopards Demand Respect

Gearing up for its first World Cup appearance since 1974, DR Congo hopes to reintroduce itself as a formidable African side.

Sports Illustrated

Iraq 2026 World Cup Preview: Lions of Mesopotamia Back After 40-Year Exile

It took 40 years for Iraq to return to the world stage after its debut in 1986, but can Graham Arnold’s men deliver a performance the country has been waiting for?

Sports Illustrated

Cabo Verde 2026 World Cup Preview: Debutants Capable of Turning Heads

The African archipelago is competing at the World Cup for the first time.

The Economic Times

Shakira, Madonna and BTS to headline first-ever FIFA World Cup halftime show

Global music stars Shakira, Madonna and K-pop group BTS will headline the first-ever halftime show at the 2026 FIFA World Cup final at MetLife Stadium on July 19, with proceeds supporting the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund aimed at expanding access to education and football for children worldwide

The Independent UK

World Cup announces mega-star half-time show line-up

The line-up could lead to the half-time interval during the final lasting longer than the customary 15 minutes

Evening Standard

Madonna, Shakira and BTS to headline first ever World Cup final half-time show

Headliners for the Super Bowl-inspired show have been confirmed

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