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Iraq request World Cup playoff delay after rejecting Fifa plan for 25-hour road journey

Iraq has made a request to have the World Cup playoff game postponed after rejecting a proposal from Fifa the squad should make a 25-hour road journey to Turkey

The Guardian - UK

Unique 2026 World Cup Match Inspires $50,000 Ticket Prices

Ticket prices have been a point of recent discussion for U.S. politicians.

Sports Illustrated

Protests follow Iran's exit in Women's Asian Cup

Iran's women's soccer team has been at the centre of dramatic scenes following their Asian Cup exit on the Gold Coast.

AAP

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Grave concerns for Iranian soccer team in Australia

There are fears Iranian footballers will be persecuted when they return home from the Women's Asian Cup in Australia, with the government urged to take action.

AAP

The World Cup is no stranger to strife – but this summer’s finals already feel damaged

A hundred days from their first game, Iran’s prospects of playing in the US are fast fading as turbulent times once more affect the tournament

The Guardian - UK

Mexican Officials Offer World Cup Reassurances Despite Cartel Violence And Killing Of El Mencho: 'We Are Prepared'

Mexican authorities insist the country is ready to host the World Cup despite a wave of cartel violence following the killing of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, alias 'El Mencho', in February.

Latin Times

While Trump monetises war, Iran women’s team deliver great act of sporting heroism

In refusing to sing the national anthem these athletes have placed themselves in grave danger while Gianni Infantio sides with the American war machine

The Guardian - UK

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Mexican president visits Jalisco to ease concerns over violence ahead of FIFA World Cup

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum is visiting the western state of Jalisco in an attempt to offset fears over the upcoming FIFA World Cup

The Independent UK

Water breaks with added advertising: it’s another Fifa player welfare win

In today’s Football Daily: Games of four quarters, and Igor Tudor’s Spurs boat takes on more water

The Guardian - UK

‘A puppy around Trump’: All eyes on smiling Infantino as World Cup crisis grows

INSIDE FOOTBALL: Fifa’s almost blasé public response to the unprecedented Iran–World Cup crisis has raised fresh questions about how the organisation is run and whose interests Gianni Infantino is truly serving, writes Miguel Delaney in his latest Inside Football newsletter

The Independent UK

The Ugly Game: FIFA Ripped by Soccer Fans for TV Commercial Move at 2026 World Cup

FIFA will reportedly allow broadcasters to cut away to ads during hydration breaks in 2026 World Cup matches.

Sports Illustrated

ITV in talks with advertisers over showing commercials during World Cup drinks breaks

ITV is in talks with its commercial partners about showing adverts during the mid-half drinks stoppages that will take place in every match at this summer’s World Cup

The Guardian - UK

FIFA Risks Further Wrath of Fans With NFL-Like World Cup Decision

Mandated in-game hydration breaks will also serve another purpose.

Sports Illustrated

Fifa approves major change to World Cup TV coverage

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Adverts to be shown during World Cup water breaks after Fifa approval

Fifa confirmed there would be mandatory water breaks during World Cup matches back in December

Sports Illustrated

President Trump ‘Doesn’t Care’—But Will Iran Play in the 2026 World Cup?

Iran was the only country missing at FIFA’s planning meeting in Atlanta this week.

The Independent UK

The Paralympics are welcoming Russia back to the Winter Games – and this is just the start

Ten athletes will compete for Russia and Belarus at the Paralympic Games and parade under their national flags in Friday’s opening ceremony in Verona, despite condemnation across Europe

The Independent UK

Iraq facing World Cup playoff difficulties as Iran war closes embassies and airspace

Iraq’s hopes of World Cup qualification are being impacted by the Iran war because players cannot get visas for the playoff tournament in Mexico and the team’s coach is stranded in the United Arab Emirates

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The Guardian - UK

Intercontinental World Cup playoffs in doubt as Iraq squad face travel chaos

The intercontinental World Cup playoffs are in doubt with officials from the Iraq Football Association in crisis talks with Fifa

Sports Illustrated

FIFA Is Selling Tickets to World Cup Qualifiers in Mexico for Under $20

The inter-confederation playoffs, set for March 26 and March 31, will fill two of the six remaining spots.

The Guardian - US

‘It’s not acceptable’: Will a small town be left $7.8m on the hook for the World Cup?

At a meeting of the board that governs the World Cup stadium in Foxborough, promises were made if not accepted

Evening Standard

Donald Trump 'does not care' if Iran play at World Cup

FIFA Peace Prize winner has approved strikes on Iran, alongside Israel

The Independent UK

With 100 days to go, World Cup faces new challenges with Iran war and Mexico violence

With 100 days to go until the World Cup, the Iran war has added a new layer of complexity to the tournament co-hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada

Radio France Internationale

Conflict and controversy hang over World Cup as 100-day countdown kicks off

Tuesday marks 100 days until the start of the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Mexico and Canada. Iran's participation in the tournament is in doubt after American and Israeli armed forces launched strikes on the country, while controversy over ticket prices, drug wars in Mexico and travel bans…

The Guardian - UK

Sacked after an 8-0 win? The curious case of Filipe Luís and Flamengo

In today’s Football Daily: Tough treatment of the Do One variety

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