Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One app.

Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles. One news app.

The Latest Breaking News from World Cup

There’s been no World Cup windfall for Airbnb – and hosts are surprised

Despite spending thousands of dollars on renovations, some homeowners are finding their properties vacant as they hold out for premium rates that many fans are now unwilling to pay

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

Maradona Trial: Psychologist Says the Argentinian Soccer Legend Was Bipolar And Narcissistic

A psychologist accused in the death of Diego Maradona told an Argentine court that the soccer legend had bipolar disorder and narcissistic personality traits, testimony that shifted attention Thursday to the star's mental health, addiction history, and the medical care he received in his final weeks.

Latin Times

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Fifa ramps up efforts to sell luxury World Cup hospitality tickets after revenue re-evaluation

Fifa is upping efforts to sell luxury hospitality tickets for the World Cup, with packages still available for 102 of the 104 matches at the expanded tournament

The Guardian - UK

Liverpool Injuries: Every Player Ruled Out for Huge Man Utd Clash

Liverpool travel to Old Trafford for the latest edition of an historic rivalry on Sunday.

Sports Illustrated

World Cup travel demand rises, but not all host cities will get the economic win

While the tourism picture points to an increase in activity in the run-up to this summer's tournament, research suggests the broader impact may be far more limited.

Euronews

Donald Trump makes major World Cup 2026 u-turn

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

FourFourTwo

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

A World Cup surprise? The MLS youngsters who can make cases for the USMNT roster

The summer will probably come too soon, but if Mauricio Pochettino does move to bring an upstart, Zavier Gozo and Julian Hall are among the contenders

The Guardian - US

When Will Cristiano Ronaldo Retire From Soccer?

Ronaldo has made a telling admission about his future after the most decisive moment of his Al Nassr career thus far.

Sports Illustrated

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

IN FULL

The Independent UK

Chess: England fail to win senior team world medals for first time in five years

USA retained the world 50+ title, while Germany-Lasker SGK won the 65+ equivalent, with England fourth in both events

The Guardian - UK

A-League’s World Cup hopefuls out to grasp last chance to impress Socceroos coach

Melbourne City attacker Marcus Younis is among the players hoping to give Tony Popovic a ‘massive headache’ when picking the Australia squad

The Guardian - AU

Which records will Lionel Messi break at World Cup 2026?

World Cup 2026 could be Lionel Messi's international swansong and there are still targets left to hit

FourFourTwo

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

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.

AAP

Elusive championship drives City star McNamara

Matildas striker Holly McNamara has big ambitions -- but winning an elusive championship with Melbourne City is top of the list.

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.

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

The Independent UK

Gianni Infantino’s Palestine and Israel handshake attempt sparks clash at Fifa Congress

The Palestinian football federation’s president refused to stand alongside the Israel FA’s vice-president despite Gianni Infantino’s insistence

Evening Standard

Iran to play at World Cup as FIFA confirm matches will take place in US

Gianni Infantino insists Iran will compete as scheduled this summer following uncertainty caused by conflict

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.

FourFourTwo

Who is Gianni Infantino? Everything you need to know about the FIFA President

World Cup 2026 will be the latest in a succession of FIFA tournaments with more than a little baggage – but who is the governing body president behind them?

The Independent UK

Gianni Infantino affirms at the FIFA Congress that Iran will participate in the World Cup

FIFA President Gianni Infantino opened his address at the FIFA Congress by affirming that Iran will participate in the World Cup and that the team will play in the United States despite the conflict between the two nations

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.

The Guardian - US

USMNT’s Mauricio Pochettino says nation lacks ‘emotional relationship’ with soccer

The coach said that basketball and American football have deeper ties in US culture and called for more publicly accessible places for kids to play soccer

1 … 146 147 148 149

People

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Organisations

UEFA Champions League

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Topics

Places

Fourteen days free

Download the app

One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.