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The Guardian view on World Cup ticket prices: $33,000? You’re having a laugh…

Editorial: Fifa’s embrace of dynamic pricing and resale markets has led to sky-high costs and a speculative free-for-all, betraying the spirit of the beautiful game

The Guardian - UK

How World Cup filming has evolved since the last US tournament – from spider cameras to AI and drones

When players arrive in the US this year for their World Cup pre-tournament media shoot, they will each step into a scanning chamber to capture their precise body-part dimensions and create 3D, AI avatars. Why? Because even when you’re the biggest sport in the world, you can’t afford to stand…

The Conversation

How Fifa lost control and made the World Cup a rip-off for fans

SPECIAL REPORT: While the Fifa president Gianni Infantino boasts about how the US commercialisation of sport is ‘reaching different levels’, fans are left to pay the exorbitant cost of this World Cup. ‘It’s a lesson in how to suck the joy out of it.’ By Miguel Delaney

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Trump Faces US Trade Defeat: Court Rules 10% Tariff Rejected Amid $166 Billion Crisis

A federal panel has blocked President Trump's 10% tariff on imports, citing legal overreach. This decision may lead to a £131 billion refund to importers, impacting the administration's trade strategy.

International Business Times UK

Trump Attacks Longtime FIFA Pal Gianni Infantino Over Predatory Ticket Costs in Scathing Rant Against World Cup Greed

Donald Trump criticizes FIFA President Gianni Infantino over high World Cup 2026 ticket prices, suggesting potential US government scrutiny. This marks a significant divergence in their previously close relationship.

International Business Times UK

Trump Questions World Cup Ticket Prices Amid Fan Backlash, Says He 'Wouldn't Pay It Either'

FIFA's president has argued that roughly 25% of group-stage tickets are available for under $300 and noted that resale markets in the United States drive prices even higher

Latin Times

Trump admits World Cup tickets are too expensive — days after Infantino insisted they were 'market rate' for America

"I wouldn't pay it either, to be honest," the president said.

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Trump rages about the cost of World Cup tickets as pressure grows on FIFA: ‘I wouldn’t pay it either’

Trump said he would ‘be disappointed’ if his own voters are priced out attending this summer’s soccer tournament

The Independent UK

Donald Trump says he ‘wouldn’t pay’ four figures for World Cup matches

The US president said he wasn’t aware of the cost of World Cup tickets but suggested they are set too high

The Guardian - US

Gianni Infantino makes 'personal' World Cup final ticket offer

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has responded to excessive resale price reports

FourFourTwo

Iran set for crunch talks with Gianni Infantino over World Cup 2026

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The Independent UK

Fifa recognition for Afghan women’s team is about ‘showing we exist’, says captain Fatima Haidari

INTERVIEW: Fifa has amended its rules so that a scattered team of exiled players can still compete internationally under the flag of the Afghan republic. But as they celebrate this moment, the home nation they represent remains out of reach. Namita Singh speaks to the captain of Afghan Women United

The Independent UK

Gianni Infantino reiterates World Cup ticket stance and makes bold college claim

FIFA has faced criticism for the prices set and the adoption of dynamic pricing for the summer tournament in America.

The Independent UK

FIFA President Ridicules 2026 World Cup Ticket Price Backlash With Hot Dog Promise

Gianni Infantino has gone on the defensive when faced with some World Cup final tickets being put up for sale at $2.3 million.

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The Guardian - UK

A money machine and Morocco on the rise: what we learned from Fifa congress

Gianni Infantino bungled one political move in Canada while also making it clear Europe is on the fringes of his thinking

The Independent UK

Trump says he’s ‘okay’ with Iran playing at World Cup after Fifa chief’s confirmation

US president Donald Trump said on Thursday (30 April) that he’s “okay” with Iran participating in Fifa World Cup this year that the US is co-hosting with Canada and Mexico.

The Independent UK

Gianni Infantino scores own goal over Israel-Palestine handshake attempt

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The Guardian - UK

Premier League drama-magnets ready to wrestle spotlight off Championship

In today’s Football Daily: Here comes the drama

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Donald Trump makes major World Cup 2026 u-turn

US president Donald Trump previously took a hardline view on Iran's national team

The Independent UK

Gianni Infantino’s attempt at forcing Israel-Palestine handshake backfires at Fifa Congress

Infantino called representatives from the Israel and Palestine football federations onto the stage at the Fifa Congress but Palestine’s Jibril Rajoub refused to stand next to his Israeli counterpart

The Independent UK

Infantino tells Fifa Congress Iran will play at World Cup in the US

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International Business Times UK

Trump Laughs Off Iran Winning World Cup on US Soil: 'I'll Have to Worry About That'

President Trump has approved Iran's participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, reversing earlier statements amid ongoing US-Iran tensions. FIFA President Gianni Infantino influenced the decision.

The Guardian - UK

Gianni Infantino’s attempt at Israel-Palestine handshake backfires

Gianni Infantino made a failed attempt to orchestrate a handshake between Palestinian and Israeli delegates at Fifa’s congress in Vancouver

The Independent UK

Trump backs Iran’s participation at World Cup: ‘Let them play’

Iran’s place in the finals had been in doubt following air strikes launched by the US and Israel against the country

Sports Illustrated

FIFA Congress Takeaways: Infantino Reveals Re-Election Bid, Iran Assured for World Cup

FIFA president Gianni Infantino led an often tense meeting in Vancouver on Thursday.

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