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With Measles Cases Rising, New York Faces World Cup Influx from Countries Battling Active Outbreaks

New York City enters the most internationally connected week of its recent history — the June 11 start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup — with an active, documented, and growing measles problem.

Medical Daily

World Cup set for three star-studded opening ceremonies - but do not expect a Super Bowl-style extravanganza

There will be opening ceremonies in the United States, Mexico and Canada at the World Cup

The Independent UK

Suryakumar Yadav's form doesn't warrant him place in Indian T20I side: Saba Karim

Former selector Saba Karim believes Suryakumar Yadav's recent batting struggles might see him out of India's future T20 World Cup plans. Selectors are now looking towards the 2028 T20 World Cup. Rajat Patidar is highlighted as a potential captaincy candidate. Other contenders for leadership include Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan.

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Last hurrah: Senegal's Sadio Mané

Sadio Mané will play for Senegal at the World Cup for a second time at the age of 34. In the second of a series on players at their final World Cup, RFI looks at a striker who holds his country's goal-scoring record.

Radio France Internationale

Last hurrah: Algeria's Riyad Mahrez

Riyad Mahrez will play for Algeria for the second time at the World Cup at the age of 35. In the fourth instalment of a series on players at their final World Cup, RFI looks at the career of a striker who has risen from modest clubs to international stardom.

Radio France Internationale

First contact: Curaçao’s rise to the global stage

Curaçao will make its World Cup debut at the 2026 tournament in the United States, Mexico and Canada. In the first instalment of a four-part series, RFI looks at the journey of the smallest nation to qualify for the competition in its 96-year history.

Radio France Internationale

Africa's finest: Morocco, African champions by ruling

Morocco arrive at the first 48-team World Cup as Africa's highest-ranked side in the Fifa standings. In the second of a nine-part series on African squads at the tournament, RFI profiles a nation making its seventh World Cup appearance.

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Players to watch: Germany's Neuer back to haunt World Cup records

Manuel Neuer will play for Germany at a fifth World Cup this summer, at the age of 40. In the first instalment of a series on players to watch at the 2026 tournament in the United States, Mexico and Canada, RFI looks at the World Cup career of a goalkeeper…

Radio France Internationale

Players to watch: England's Harry Kane is chasing history

Harry Kane will play for England at a third World Cup this summer, at the age of 32. In the second instalment of a five-part series on players to watch at the 2026 tournament in the United States, Mexico and Canada, RFI looks at the World Cup career of England's…

Radio France Internationale

England players will wear a Whoop at the World Cup, and you can try it free for a month

The wearable tracks everything from sleep and strain to stress, and will help the players recover between matches

The Independent UK

Manchester United set to beat Arsenal in race for relegated star

Manchester United are reportedly close to sealing the deal for the Premier League midfielder

FourFourTwo

What is the World Cup 2026 intro theme?

Another World Cup tournament earworm has arrived

FourFourTwo

First contact: Cape Verde's rise to the global stage

Cape Verde will make its World Cup debut at the 2026 tournament in the United States, Mexico and Canada. In the third instalment of a four-part series, RFI looks at the journey of the second smallest nation after Curaçao to qualify for the competition in its 96-year history.

Radio France Internationale

First contact: Jordan's rise to the global stage

Jordan will make its World Cup debut at the 2026 tournament in the United States, Mexico and Canada. In the final instalment of a four-part series, RFI looks at the team's voyage into history.

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The Economic Times

Jaismine climbs to World No. 1, Priya and Vishvanath enter top 3 in World Boxing rankings

Indian boxers are making waves in the latest World Boxing rankings. Jaismine Lamboria leads the women's 57kg category. Priya Ghanghas and Vishvanath Suresh are now in the top three of their divisions. Indian boxers feature prominently across many weight classes. This shows India's growing strength in global boxing.

The Independent UK

Iran football team aims to bring World Cup joy to nation amid war against US

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The Economic Times

Iran players balancing football and war ahead of FIFA World Cup

Iran's national football team is preparing for the World Cup. The players are training in Turkey while facing unique challenges due to the ongoing conflict in their home country. They aim to represent Iran and bring joy to the people through their performance. The team is set to travel to…

Evening Standard

World Cup 2026: FIFA shamed in Parliament as Government slams 'outrageous' ticket prices

England fans are being ‘ripped off’ with the exorbitant cost of ticket, hotel and flight prices

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AAP

'It's not easy': Iran players prepare for World Cup

Iran are heading to the World Cup amid tensions with the main host nation, creating a unique situation in tournament history.

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SOC:'It's not easy': Iran players prepare for World Cup

Iran are heading to the World Cup amid tensions with the main host nation, creating a unique situation in tournament history.

The Independent UK

Iran’s players open up on how war with US has affected World Cup preparations: ‘Our duty is to fight for our people’

Iran will play their World Cup matches in the US, a country they are currently at war with

Sports Illustrated

‘I Was Sad’—Alphonso Davies Opens Up on World Cup Availability, Injury and Mentality

Alphonso Davies has yet to rule himself out of Canada’s World Cup opener on June 12.

The Independent UK

Fifa risks more fan fury with controversial decision ahead of World Cup

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Scotland fans banned from taking water into World Cup games despite searing heat

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Celtic star has World Cup fever and insists he's going all out to win it

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