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Palestinian Football Association chief Jibril Rajoub waits in Mexico City for a U.S. visa to attend the 2026 World Cup, a tournament overshadowed by visa denials, diplomatic friction and calls for sanctions against Israel.
Despite looming controversies, FIFA envisions a record‑breaking event, but the road to the 48‑team tournament is fraught with geopolitical strain, travel restrictions and skepticism
Erling Haaland was spotted cheering on the Carolina Hurricanes alongside his Norwegian teammates, marking a unique crossover between football and hockey as Norway gear up for their first World Cup since 1998.
An analysis of the leading fantasy soccer selections for the 2026 World Cup, highlighting top stars, mid‑tier talents and strategic considerations.
FIFA’s decision to cancel tickets for Iranian supporters, coupled with visa rejections and a relocated training base, intensifies political friction surrounding the upcoming World Cup matches in the United States.
After a 2‑1 win over Bolivia, Iraq’s national football side earned a spot in the 2026 World Cup, prompting a two‑day public holiday and a wave of national unity that bridges ethnic, religious and geographic divides.
The 2026 World Cup group stage will feature a cluster of elite attackers in Foxborough, including Kylian Mbappé, Harry Kane and Erling Haaland, promising high‑stakes encounters for fans in Massachusetts.
Iraqi fan Abdulla Adnan’s attempt to travel to the United States for the World Cup reveals a patchwork of visa obstacles that affect supporters from dozens of nations, sparking criticism of U.S. immigration policies.
Aymen Hussein, Iraq's leading World Cup striker, spent nearly seven hours under questioning at O'Hare International Airport before being allowed entry, while photographer Talal Salah was denied entry after a prolonged inspection. Their experiences underscore the heightened scrutiny facing the team as it prepares for its first World Cup appearance in four decades.
Scotland will host Bolivia in a men’s international friendly on Saturday, a clash that offers both teams a final rehearsal before the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Ahead of the first ever three‑nation World Cup co‑hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada, Atlanta News First’s sports director interviews U.S. players about their recent friendly against Senegal and upcoming match against Germany, while previewing Group I’s formidable lineup.
A June 4 friendly between France and Côte d’Ivoire in Nantes will test Les Bleus’ defensive options and Ivory Coast’s attacking firepower ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
Spain, ranked second globally, will host Iraq in a friendly as both teams fine‑tune for the upcoming World Cup, with several star players unavailable for the Spanish side.
Spain will host Iraq in a June 4 friendly as both teams fine‑tune for the 2026 World Cup, with Spain missing key players and Iraq riding a surprising winning streak.
Betting analyst Martin Green predicts Mexico can reach the Round of 16 at +125 odds as the 2026 World Cup expands to 48 teams.
From 44 active MLS players on World Cup 2026 rosters to a majority of U.S. and Canadian squads shaped by MLS academies, the league’s impact on the world stage has never been greater.
Veteran analyst Martin Green breaks down the 2026 World Cup draw, identifies top contenders, predicts Mexico’s progression, and spots a +1000 longshot with championship potential.
Norway will face Sweden at Ullevaal Stadion in Oslo, featuring star forwards Erling Haaland and Alexander Isak, with the match also streamed on Fubo and Prime Video.
Google and U.S. Soccer announce a collaboration that integrates AI‑driven Search features into fan interaction, starting with the 2026 roster reveal event.