When Iran qualified for the FIFA World Cup last March, the men’s national team did not expect their participation to hinge on visas being granted by hosts, the United States, only at the last moment – if at all. Nor did Iranian fans eager to support Team Melli expect toContinue Reading
Iran is heading to the World Cup while the country is at war with a host nation, a situation that is unique in the tournament’s history. The United States-Israel war on Iran began on February 28, and there has been an uneasy ceasefire in place since April 8, but theContinue Reading
A look back at the top goal scorers in the FIFA World Cup’s history, littered with some of the greats of football. Published On 18 May 202618 May 2026 Scoring goals at the World Cup remains one of the most eagerly awaited moments in a footballer’s career, and come JuneContinue Reading
The FIFA World Cup 2026 will be one like never before. Featuring 48 teams from across six confederations, the tournament will be the biggest in the competition’s 96-year history. Recommended Stories list of 4 itemsend of list What once started as a mere 13-team World Cup has now expanded byContinue Reading
Football has gained a foothold in the US, and the country seems ready to host the World Cup this summer – which was not clear in 1994. Back then, when the US last hosted the World Cup, the country had no professional league and the national team was cobbled togetherContinue Reading
Eye-watering prices reflect demand to watch the World Cup in the US, Infantino says, amid increasing criticism from fans. Published On 6 May 20266 May 2026 FIFA president Gianni Infantino has defended World Cup ticket pricesinsisting that football’s global governing body was obliged to take advantage of laws in theContinue Reading
Palestine and Israel representatives had been lined up close together at the FIFA Congress in Canada. Published On 30 Apr 202630 Apr 2026 Palestinian football federation president Jibril Rajoub refused to stand alongside Israel FA Vice-President Basim Sheikh Suliman in a heated moment at the 76th FIFA Congress. Both menContinue Reading
Luka Modric suffered a facial fracture in AC Milan’s game against Juventus and underwent surgery the following day. By Reuters and The Associated Press Published On 28 Apr 202628 Apr 2026 Luka Modric has undergone a successful surgery after fracturing his left cheekbone and is expected to be fit forContinue Reading
A high-profile shooting incident that targeted United States President Donald Trump at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner has raised security concerns about the country’s role as cohost of the FIFA World Cup 2026. US authorities said on Sunday that the gunman accused of trying to storm the dinner wasContinue Reading
Iran’s team is preparing for the FIFA World Cup but may not travel for the tournament, Sport Minister Donyamali says. Published On 21 Apr 202621 Apr 2026 Iran’s football team is preparing for the World Cup, but a final decision on its participation in the tournament will be taken byContinue Reading
