Scotland fan has US visa revoked an hour before flying to World Cup

Michael Wright was at airport security when his visa status changed to "travel not authorised".

Argentina’s World Cup Sticker Albums Are a Low-Tech Craze Immune to the Digital Revolution

World Cup sticker albums have captivated children and adults in Argentina, in a collecting fever that seems immune to the digital revolution.

By Emma Bubola, Lucía Cholakian Herrera and Anita Pouchard Serra

2026 World Cup: US refusal of Somali referee sets 'a dangerous precedent' two years before LA Olympics

In an interview with Le Monde, sports historian Patrick Clastres criticizes the lack of response from FIFA and other international bodies, calling it 'a form of subjugation.'

World Cup 2026: Guardian writers’ predictions for the tournament

From marvelling at teenage wonderkids to tracking the world’s largest coffee pot, our team of writers outline their expectations for the jamboree in North America Spain and Portugal in the final, with Spain winning. I’ve played our Bracketology game 20 times and gotten 20 different paths but Spain always end up winning. Alexander Abnos Continue reading...

By Guardian sport

Mexico vs South Africa: World Cup 2026 opening game – teams, start, lineups

As the tournament kicks off, cohosts Mexico face South Africa in a replay of the 2010 edition's opening game.

Iran allegedly used soccer clubs to spy on citizens, opposition group urges FIFA to ban team before World Cup

Iran's IRGC allegedly used soccer stadiums and clubs to spy on citizens through facial-recognition cameras and ID tracking, according to an NCRI report.

The World Cup will likely be the biggest gambling event in history

Global wagers on the 2026 World Cup could top $50 billion, according to Macquarie analyst Chad Beynon. That’s up from more than $35 billion in the 2022 tournament.

Why some Mexicans feel this World Cup is 'not connecting'

Tournament-related construction projects in Mexico City have mainly increased daily frustrations, adding to a general feeling of apathy — if not antipathy — among locals toward the World Cup.

Gold-laden World Cup trophy’s value surges 157% – how much is the bullion worth?

As the 2026 Fifa World Cup prepares to kick off on Thursday, the world’s elite players are vying for more than just glory – they seek a shimmering prize whose bullion value has eclipsed all previous benchmarks. The trophy set to be hoisted in the US state of New Jersey next month is now worth 157 per cent more than it was during the 2022 tournament in Qatar, owing to a historic rally in gold prices. The raw gold value of the statue currently stands at around US$713,000 – a staggering jump fro...

By Mia Nurmamat

World Cup 2026: Edin Dzeko still going strong for Bosnia

With all so much unpleasantness surrounding this World Cup it's easy to forget that there's anything about it that can generate a smile. Bosnia captain Edin Dzeko's story can.

World Cup ref denied entry to the US was about to make history for Somalia

The World Cup referee from Somalia who was denied entry to the United States after arriving in Miami and subsequently cut from the tournament by FIFA was set to make history for his country. Omar Artan was going to be the first referee from Somalia to officiate at a World Cup after making FIFA’s final list for the tournament, which was announced two months ago. He is one of Africa’s top referees and was named the continent’s best male referee in 2025. He was denied entry at Miami Internationa...

By FRANCE24

Nike has just had its stock downgraded one day before the World Cup starts

RBC Capital Markets reduced its 12-month price target from $70 to $50.

By Nora Redmond

A World Cup of opulence and records: Soaring ticket prices and officials denied entry

FIFA’s aim, in the largest and most commercialized World Cup in history, is for soccer to take root definitively in the United States, a market of 350 million people

By Diego Fonseca

World Cup water breaks offer lucrative advertisement opportunities for broadcasters

A three-minute pause for hydration is in effect for each game of this summer’s World Cup

By Streisand Neto

Ranking Manchester City’s Best Bets to Shine at the 2026 World Cup

With the big tournament only a few weeks away, the FIFA world cup betting markets are getting plenty of attention. Manchester City fans have more skin in the game compared to the supporters of most ...

Women's T20 World Cup prize money: How much will winners, runners-up earn? Full breakdown

The ICC Women's T20 World Cup is coming to England in 2026. This tournament will be the largest ever, with twelve teams competing. England, as hosts, automatically qualified. Other top teams secured direct entry based on rankings. The tournament will feature 33 matches across seven venues. The final will be held at Lord's Cricket Ground.

By TOI SPORTS DESK

The MAGA World Cup

Could football be a symbolic riposte to Trump’s xenophobia?

By David Goldblatt

World Cup 2026 betting expected to hit $150 billion as new tax rules take effect

2026 FIFA World Cup betting could reach $150 billion. New IRS tax rules may leave some bettors paying taxes even after losing money.

Between Qatar and the US World Cup, four years and a culture of hypocrisy

By Mihir Vasavda

World Cup is a risk for more gender-based violence against women, ActionAid Ireland warns

Alcohol Action’s research found domestic abuse incidents rose sharply after games

By Sarah O'Mahony

The ten World Cup matches worth watching in Cyprus

The World Cup is football’s greatest feast. But like any feast, nobody can consume everything. There will be 72 matches in the group stage alone. Some will be fascinating. Some will be dramatic. Some will introduce the next global superstar. Others may quietly decide the fate of the tournament. Most of us won’t watch all […]

Seoul gears up for World Cup watch parties

Ahead of South Korea’s opening match in the 2026 FIFA World Cup at 11 a.m. Friday, (Korean time), Seoul urged soccer fans to use public transportation and take precautions against extreme heat as public viewing events return to some of the capital’s most popular gathering spots. Thousands of fans are expected to assemble at Gwanghwamun Square on Friday morning for a street cheering event during South Korea’s Group A opener against Czechia. Additional watch parties are scheduled for matches again

By The Korea Herald

World Cup security planners race to counter drone risks

World Cup, World Beer: Michelob Ultra has global ambitions

Sultanbeyli hosts dawn viewing for Türkiye-Australia World Cup tie

Sultanbeyli Municipality is organizing a large-scale early-morning public viewing event in Istanbul for Türkiye’s opening match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, turning an unusual kicko...

How Much Do World Cup Players Get Paid? Breaking it Down

Naturally, the world cup winners will receive by far the biggest payout, taking home a whopping $50 million.  In addition to the teams’ winnings, every team that made it to the tournament...

By Olivia Evans

Bookies beware: Bukit Aman launches Op Soga XI ahead of Fifa World Cup 2026 betting surge

KUALA LUMPUR, June 10 — The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) has launched Op Soga XI nationwide to intensify enforceme...

By Malay Mail

Nigerians spread across the 2026 World Cup

Scattered across the 48 nations at the World Cup are players whose family journeys began in Nigerian cities like Lagos and Enugu before reaching different parts of the world. The post Nigerians spread across the 2026 World Cup appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

By Tunde Eludini

Health Team To Monitor Wastewater, Social Media At World Cup For Outbreak Detection

Health Team To Monitor Wastewater, Social Media At World Cup For Outbreak Detection Authored by Kimberley Hayek via The Epoch Times, Public health specialists have launched a dedicated surveillance operation to detect infectious disease threats early during the 2026 World Cup by analyzing wastewater samples and monitoring online chatter. The 39-day tournament begins on Thursday in Mexico. Organizers estimate more than 6.5 million soccer fans from more than 100 countries will ...

By Tyler Durden

Saka injury will need to be managed at World Cup, says Tuchel - The Daily Star

Saka injury will need to be managed at World Cup, says Tuchel  The Daily Star

I’ll be at next World Cup in 2030 – Somali referee from US

Somali referee Omar Artan, denied US entry for the World Cup, returns home a hero and vows to officiate the 2030 tournament. Read his inspiring story. Read More: https://punchng.com/ill-be-at-next-world-cup-in-2030-somali-referee-from-us/

By Punch Newspapers

World Cup psychic animals: Remembering Paul the octopus

The most famous of them all remains Paul the octopus, who rose to global fame during the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa and became a cultural phenomenon. The post World Cup psychic animals: Remembering Paul the octopus appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Ayobami

Government secures free-to-air broadcast of 2026 FIFA World Cup for Ghanaians

The Government has secured free-to-air broadcast rights for the 2026 FIFA World Cup through the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC), ensuring that Ghanaians nationwide can follow the tournament without subscription barriers.

By Ernest Arhinful

Three Romanian referees to take part in World Cup 2026

By radu.dumitrescu