Fifa to pay Somali referee Artan full World Cup fee

Somali referee Omar Artan, who was denied entry to the United States to officiate at the World Cup, will still receive his tournament fee from Fifa in full.

Meet the Smallest Country Ever to Reach the World Cup

Competing for the first time, Curaçao is brimming with joy. Most of the Caribbean nation’s team was born and raised in the Netherlands, but residents say the players represent them.

By James Wagner and Luis Antonio Rojas

The coach who bonded with Putin and took Curaçao to the World Cup

The curious case of Dick Advocaat

Philly tries to make World Cup affordable with low train fares and free fan fests

After decades of challenges, Philadelphia embraces its role as a World Cup super host and model of affordability, accessibility and convenience.

By Tim Craig

Brazil make slow World Cup start with a 1-1 draw against Morocco

Vinicius Junior, who earned Brazil's one point with an equalizer, said his team paid the price for a sluggish start on Saturday. 'I don't think there's a lot to say now,' he said after the match held at MedLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. 'I think we really have to improve.'

‘It’s going to be extremely hot’: workers imperiled as sweltering World Cup temperatures are forecast

It could top 90F in several cities hosting World Cup games – and workers could pay the price with their health As the World Cup kicks off, labor advocates and scholars warn that the workers making the tournament possible could face serious heat-related risks. “It’s going to be extremely hot, and you just cannot leave people unprotected or you’re going to deal with a lot of injuries,” said Jonathan Alingu, co-executive director of Central Florida Jobs With Justice, which has been calling for w...

By Dharna Noor

Police investigate theft of England equipment at World Cup, 2 people in custody

Two people have been detained in connection with the theft of equipment from the England national team's vehicles during their move from a pre-training base in Florida to Kansas City, where they have their permanent World Cup base camp.

By The Associated Press

World Cup Day 4: Netherlands vs Japan, Curacao debut, prediction, schedule

The Netherlands face Japan in a must-watch game as World Cup Day 4 brings predictions, key fixtures and other headlines.

Meet the young Atlanta athletes escorting players onto the World Cup stage

Every World Cup game since 2002, shows kids escorting players ahead of each match. FIFA partnered with community organizations in host cities, to find those kids.

Socceroos score big over Turkey in Vancouver's 2026 World Cup hosting debut

Australia win Group D match with great goalkeeping and a stout defence.

Chinese World Cup fans robbed at gunpoint soon after arrival in Mexico

Two Chinese football fans were carjacked shortly after arriving in Mexico to watch the World Cup. The Chinese embassy said one suspect had been arrested while the two victims had returned to China on Friday after less than 48 hours in the country. State news agency Xinhua reported on Saturday that the two men, identified only by their surnames Wang and Li, had landed at Mexico City International Airport on Wednesday evening. Two masked motorbike riders held up their car at gunpoint near the...

By Alcott Wei

Manuel Neuer fit to join Germany in first World Cup match

Veteran goalkeeper Manuel Neuer is set to play in Germany's first match in this year's World Cup. He had retired from the national team in August 2024.

The Socceroos' greatest ever World Cup gamble just paid off

With his first World Cup team selection, Tony Popovic produced one of the biggest shocks in Socceroos' history. After 90 minutes against Türkiye, his gamble was vindicated.

By Tom Wildie

World Cup 2026: Australia stun Turkey after selection gamble pays off

Australia, thanks to a goal in each half by Nestory Irankuda and Connor Metcalfe, defeated Turkey 2-0 on Saturday at Vancouver's BC Place Stadium.

By FRANCE 24

The one thing Scotland could yet rue about long-awaited World Cup win over Haiti

Scotland had earned a first World Cup success for 36 years – but escaping a tricky group may now be tough after a 1-0 win against Haiti

By Richard Jolly

Portugal to wear World Cup wristbands in tribute to Jota

Portugal travelled to the World Cup with a special tribute to late national team player Diogo Jota. Before their departure for the US, Prime Minister Luis Montenegro presented each player with a green and red wristband, which bears the names of all the squad members and an inscription honouring Jota.

Will India & Pakistan players shake hands in T20 World Cup? Harmanpreet responds

India and Pakistan will meet in a Group 1 fixture at Edgbaston, Birmingham.

By TOI SPORTS DESK

U.S. Soccer Men’s National Team Victory Scores Record English-Language World Cup Ratings; Mexico vs. South Africa Biggest in Spanish-Language History

The World Cup is off to a record-breaking start for both Fox Sports and Telemundo. According to ratings from Fox Sports, Friday’s U.S. Soccer Men’s National Team win over Paraguay scored nearly 16 million viewers — making it the most-watched USMNT World Cup telecast in English-language history. Meanwhile, Telemundo reports that with an audience of […]

By Varietyschneider

World Cup: Irankunda, Bouaddi lead the march of young ones

Young football talents like Gilberto Mora, Ayyoub Bouaddi, and Nestory Irankunda are making waves at the World Cup, showing immense potential.

World Cup bus set alight as chaotic celebrations erupt in Manhattan after Knicks win NBA

"They are expressing their happiness, a little bit violently, but it is what it is," said Youssef Sabbr, a 49-year-old Canadian of Moroccan descent.

Uganda's Ghetto Kids to shake it with Shakira at World Cup final

A group of young Ugandan dancers from the slums of Kampala have been invited to perform alongside pop star Shakira at the 2026 World Cup final, an opportunity they hope will bring them new visibility and help them transform their future.

By RFI

Australia stun Turkey with defensive masterclass at World Cup

Pre-match attention had centered on Turkey's Arda Guler, but it was Australia's youthful attack that made the difference.

Mexican guild chief apologizes for racist 'slant-eye' gesture at World Cup

Ulises Fernando Bernal Miramontes, the president of a Mexican engineering guild, issued a public apology over the weekend for his controversial slant-eye gesture during a World Cup match days earlier. “Over the past few days, a video has circulated online and generated a wide range of reactions,” read Bernal’s post, written in both English and Spanish, on his social media account. “For that reason, I believe it is important to offer a public apology.” Bernal drew backlash after a Korean YouTuber

By The Korea Herald

Group D: Australia win 2-0 to spoil Turkey’s return to World Cup stage

Australia spoiled Turkey’s return to the World Cup stage after 24 years by securing a 2-0 victory in their Group D opener on Saturday, courtesy of goals from Nestory Irankunda and Connor Metcalfe. Australia got the opener on the break when Irankunda controlled a ball over the top, took it past a defender and finished […]

Brazil begin FIFA World Cup bid with Morocco draw as Scotland edge Haiti

Five-time winners Brazil needed a superb Vinicius Junior equaliser to draw 1-1 with Morocco in their opening game at the World Cup on Saturday as Scotland marked their return to the tournament after a 28-year absence with a nervy 1-0 victory over Haiti. On the first day to feature four matches at the 48-team tournament, Qatar won the first World Cup point in their history when Miro Muheim’s own goal earned the 2022 tournament hosts a 1-1 draw with Switzerland. The meeting of Brazil and 2022 s...

By none@none.com (AFP)

Meet Folarin Balogun, the accidental American leading the US World Cup charge

By Lawrence Ostlere

World Cup 2026: Australia v Turkey updates

Australia and Turkey meet in the second game in the USA's group.

Watch: Scotland defeats Haiti to win its first World Cup match in 36 years

A historic moment for Scotland, and heartbreak for a Haitian side that refused to give up.

5 kicky cartoons about the World Cup

Artists take on own goals, language barrier, and more

By The Week US

World Cup bus set alight as chaotic celebrations erupt in Manhattan after Knicks win

Some fans set off fireworks, fired smoke grenades after spilling out of packed bars, outdoor venues

By Reuters

Australia's defense masterclass mars Türkiye's World Cup return

Australia showcased some disciplined defending and clinical finishing to secure a 2-0 victory over Türkiye at BC Place late Saturday, spoiling the Crescent-Stars' return to wo...

Tiny Curacao tackle Germany at World Cup as Iran arrive in US - The Daily Star

Tiny Curacao tackle Germany at World Cup as Iran arrive in US  The Daily Star

World Cup: Ghana protest Canada’s visa ban on Thomas Partey ahead of Panama clash

On Saturday, Ghana's Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, confirmed that the government had lodged an official protest with Canadian authorities over the decision to reject Partey's visa application The post World Cup: Ghana protest Canada’s visa ban on Thomas Partey ahead of Panama clash appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

By Gbemidepo Popoola

Battle of Algiers: Day Kenya bundled Algeria out of World Cup qualifiers

Heroics of 1996 considered the bravest showing by Harambee Stars.

FIFA names Côte d’Ivoire 2026 World Cup youngest squad

FIFA officially names Côte d’Ivoire the youngest squad at the 2026 World Cup with an average age of 25.8. Discover their rising stars. Read More: https://punchng.com/fifa-names-cote-divoire-2026-world-cup-youngest-squad/

By Punch Newspapers

2026 World Cup: Disquiet as referee, player suffer travel restrictions

Ghana’s Thomas Partey is the latest, as he was denied entry into Canada on the grounds of his ongoing case in England, ruling him out of Ghana’s opening match against Panama on June 17. The post 2026 World Cup: Disquiet as referee, player suffer travel restrictions appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Akinbayo Wahab

Dozens of Amsterdam bars to stay open late for World Cup matches

At least 75 Amsterdam hospitality venues have notified the municipality that they want to extend opening hours during the World Cup, while Utrecht has received requests for 14 terraces planning to

By 89511

The Thomas Partey Case: Presumption of innocence, sovereignty and the World Cup

The sudden and dramatic decision by Canadian authorities to deny entry to Ghana's star midfielder, Thomas Partey, ahead of the national team's opening FIFA World Cup fixture against Panama on Wednesday, June 17, has sparked significant legal, diplomatic, and sporting controversy. What initially appeared to be a routine administrative visa dispute has evolved into a complex international legal and diplomatic issue. In response to the ban, Ghana's foreign affairs ministry and football associati...

By Isaac Yeboah

Al Annabi earn historic first World Cup point with dramatic late equaliser against Switzerland

Al Annabi opened their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign with a dramatic 1-1 draw against Switzerland, after Boualem Khoukhi scored deep into stoppage time to secure a valuable point for… (The post Al Annabi earn historic first World Cup point with dramatic late equaliser against Switzerland is from Doha News | Qatar.)

By Sebastian Marmol

To be respected, you need to be fearless, says Hannibal Mejbri as Tunisia eye World Cup upset - The Straits Times

To be respected, you need to be fearless, says Hannibal Mejbri as Tunisia eye World Cup upset  The Straits Times

Cristiano Ronaldo & Portugal stars wear special Diogo Jota tribute wristbands as they train ahead of World Cup opener - Goal.com

Cristiano Ronaldo & Portugal stars wear special Diogo Jota tribute wristbands as they train ahead of World Cup opener  Goal.com

Interview | Elye Wahi says Ivory Coast ‘can be one of the favourites’ for the World Cup - Yahoo Sports

Interview | Elye Wahi says Ivory Coast ‘can be one of the favourites’ for the World Cup  Yahoo Sports