Does referee case show Fifa has lost control of its own World Cup?

With referee Omar Artan denied entry to the United States and worries over staff and supporters being turned back, what does this tell us about the World Cup?

Uzbekistan World Cup 2026 team guide

With a World Cup winner at the helm in Fabio Cannavaro, the White Wolves make their tournament debut This article is part of the Guardian’s 2026 World Cup Experts’ Network, a cooperation between some of the best media organisations from the 48 countries who qualified. theguardian.com is running previews from three countries each day in the run-up to the tournament kicking off on 11 June. Continue reading...

By Narzulla Saydullaev

A warm World Cup welcome? U.S. immigration policies have chilling effect

As the World Cup begins later this week, match officials and team members have faced enhanced immigration scrutiny when trying to enter the United States. A FIFA referee from Somalia was turned away.

By Sergio Martínez-Beltrán

USMNT legend Landon Donovan talks World Cup, American soccer's influence overseas during Raising Cane's shift

Landon Donovan reflects on how American soccer earned global respect as the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles area.

The World Is Worried About The World Cup - Forbes

The World Is Worried About The World Cup  Forbes

World Cup 2026 Group J guide: Favourites Argentina begin title defence as Jordan debut

Lionel Messi returns with a highly fancied Argentina squad while Algeria and Austria are set to battle for second spot

By Flo Clifford

World Cup politics take center stage as sportsbook posts odds on protests, defections and Trump appearances

LOS ANGELES — The FIFA World Cup has always reflected more than just soccer.

IShowSpeed lands major FIFA World Cup 2026 role after surprise trailer with Gianni Infantino goes viral

IShowSpeed has officially partnered with FIFA for the upcoming World Cup 26 Tour. A new FIFA trailer shows the streamer meeting FIFA President Gianni Infantino at FIFA headquarters while announcing plans to travel across the United States, Canada, and Mexico during the tournament. The move follows the inclusion of Speed’s song “World Cup (Champions)” on FIFA’s official 2026 World Cup album.

By Sumit Roy

Argentina vs Iceland Live Score, FIFA World Cup 2026 Warm-up: All eyes on Lionel Messi as ARG take on ISL

S. Korea train behind closed doors in prep for World Cup opener

ZAPOPAN, Mexico (Yonhap) -- With their first match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup just around the corner, South Korea trained behind closed doors at their base camp in Mexico on Tuesday. The Korea Football Association also didn't make any player available for media interviews, as the Taegeuk Warriors tried to work on their game without outside distractions. A KFA official said head coach Hong Myung-bo ran a 90-minute session at Chivas Verde Valle in Zapopan, near Guadalajara, with a focus on set pie

By The Korea Herald

Here’s Where to Watch FIFA World Cup 2026 Live Online

The 23rd edition of the international soccer championship tournament starts Thursday (June 11) — watch matches online for free.

By Rudie Obias

White House defends World Cup entry restrictions on 'security' grounds

A senior White House official defended U.S. entry restrictions affecting some international participants in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, arguing that the measures are needed to maintai...

Platini sues FIFA, Infantino over corruption allegations

Former UEFA president Michel Platini has launched legal proceedings against FIFA and its president, Gianni Infantino, over corruption allegations that he claims destroyed his chances of leading world football. The post Platini sues FIFA, Infantino over corruption allegations appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Henry Oduah

Ghana at the 2026 FIFA World Cup: Predictions and Realistic Chances

The Black Stars have produced memorable World Cup moments before. Their dramatic run to the quarterfinals in 2010 remains one of the closest any African nation has come to reaching the semifinals. The heartbreak against Uruguay is still discussed today, but it also serves as a reminder of Ghana’s ability to compete on football’s biggest stage.

By Kweku Lawrence

Ivory Coast vs Ecuador FIFA World Cup 2026 Preview: Everything you need to know - Goal.com

Ivory Coast vs Ecuador FIFA World Cup 2026 Preview: Everything you need to know  Goal.com