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The Latest Breaking News from the 2026 World Cup

Former stars debate Africa’s World Cup chances

JOHANNESBURG - Former Senegal star El Hadji Diouf shares the belief of CAF president Patrick Motsepe that an African team can win the 2026 World Cup, but Nigeria great Jay-Jay Okocha is unsure.

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Fermin Lopez Injury: Progress, Potential Return Date for Barcelona, Spain Star

One of Barcelona’s best players this season will miss the 2026 World Cup.

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The best betting exchange sites for World Cup 2026, rated by our expert

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MLS Power Rankings: Nashville SC Dominate, Multiple Managers Fired and More After Matchday 14

MLS teams will play one more match before the international break for the 2026 World Cup.

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The 2026 World Cup Matches Lamine Yamal Could Miss for Spain

Yamal has been joined on the sidelines by one of his teammates for Barcelona and Spain.

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No broadcaster for World Cup? What FIFA’s India standoff could really cost

As FIFA gears up for the 2026 World Cup, it encounters a broadcasting conundrum in India. Following a surge in online viewership during the 2022 tournament, local broadcasters are cautious about FIFA's steep pricing demands.

The Economic Times

MLS Predictions: Hudson River Derby Headlines Matchday 14

The 2026 MLS season creeps closer towards the 2026 World Cup.

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Copa Independent | How to win the World Cup

There’s just under one month to go before the 2026 World Cup kicks off. Even before the competition has begun, there’s been heartbreak; massive controversy over prices; heated discussions over referees; and heartbreak for some But among all the nitty gritty, the biggest question remains: How do you actually win…

The Independent UK

Cristiano Ronaldo adds free sports streamer to his business empire ahead of the World Cup

The channel will be responsible for showing 34 matches from the 2026 World Cup, live and at no cost to viewers, including all the matches of the Portuguese national football team.

Euronews

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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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

Canadian football ready for World Cup coming out party

Canada's soccer team is set for a major moment in the 2026 World Cup. The nation hosts matches, aiming to build on its growing popularity. With a strong squad featuring stars like Alphonso Davies and Jonathan David, the team targets success. This event is expected to boost soccer's profile across…

The Economic Times

England 2026 World Cup Preview: Three Lions Look to Buck the Trend

England enters the 2026 World Cup among the favorites, aiming to end its 60-year wait to lift soccer’s biggest prize for just the second time.

Sports Illustrated

Frenzy Over The World Cup Shockingly Negative As Soccer Fans Complain En Masse About “The Worst Hosts Ever”

With less than a month before the 2026 World Cup kicks off, some people feel like there’s absolutely no “hype” surrounding a tournament that only takes place once every four years.

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How much would you pay to see Ronaldo? Here’s the cheapest ticket for his 2026 World Cup game

The match between Portugal and Colombia in the 2026 World Cup is becoming a phenomenon off the pitch. The anticipation surrounding what could be Cristiano Ronaldo's last World Cup has caused the price of the cheapest tickets to explode.

Sports Illustrated

How Much Money FIFA ‘Will Make’ From 2026 World Cup

The discourse surrounding the 2026 World Cup is not stopping FIFA from bringing in absurd revenue.

Sports Illustrated

Mauricio Pochettino Teases Potential Tottenham Hotspur Return—But There’s a Catch

The Argentine is out of contract with the USMNT following the 2026 World Cup.

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As Youth Sports Boom Ahead of the 2026 World Cup, Coaches Face an Unexpected Challenge: Picking the Right Team Name

With participation projected to surge by tens of millions in the coming year, a small but telling industry has emerged around the simple act of naming a sports team.

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Texas Governor Threatens Austin, Dallas and Houston's World Cup Funding Over ICE Fight

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott's office threatened to pull or withhold public safety grants from Houston, Dallas, and Austin unless the cities changed policies that state officials said limited police cooperation with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, turning preparations for the 2026 World Cup into the latest front in the national…

The Guardian - US

We were told the 2026 World Cup would be a unifying force. The reality is far different

The original plans for this summer’s tournament could scarcely sound much different than what we seem to have in store

Sports Illustrated

Will Estevao Play for Brazil at the 2026 World Cup?

Chelsea have issued an official injury update on Brazil’s talented young forward a matter of weeks ahead of the World Cup.

International Business Times UK

Trump Envoy Paolo Zampolli Urges FIFA To Replace Iran With Italy at 2026 World Cup To Repair Ties

Paolo Zampolli's proposal to replace Iran with Italy at the 2026 World Cup raises questions about politics in football and a bid to repair strained US-Italy relations.

Sports Illustrated

Lamine Yamal at Risk of Missing 2026 World Cup After Brutal Injury—Report

The 2026 World Cup could potentially be bereft of one of the best players in the world.

Sports Illustrated

Five Candidates to Replace Mauricio Pochettino As USMNT Manager After 2026 World Cup

The U.S. Soccer Federation could be on the hunt for a new USMNT manager after hosting the 2026 World Cup.

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Fifa chief Infantino says Iran will compete at 2026 World Cup

Gianni Infantino, the boss of 2026 World Cup organisers Fifa, has confirmed that Iran will participate in the 2026 World Cup in June and July in the United States, Mexico and Canada despite the war in the Middle East involving Iran, the US and Israel.

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