Colombia Advances as Group K Winners in Goalless Draw with Portugal
Colombia topped Group K with a goalless draw against Portugal, securing a knockout matchup with Ghana while Portugal prepares for a clash with Croatia.
Jun 28, 2026
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New York City Turns Into a World Cup Festival Under Mayor Zohran Mamdani
The city’s streets pulse with football fever as Mayor Zohran Mamdani pushes inclusive, low‑cost access to the global event.
Jun 26, 2026
Trump’s World Cup Absence Amid Chants Linking Him to Epstein
Fan chants linking Donald Trump to Jeffrey Epstein have spread through World Cup venues, prompting the administration to protect the president while he remains absent from matches despite heralding the tournament as a showcase of American power.
Jun 22, 2026
Trump’s World Cup Absence Amid White House’s Soccer Push
President Donald Trump, dubbed the 'soccer president,' has been deeply involved in the 2026 World Cup's organization, yet his presence on the field remains absent, raising questions about the intersection of politics and sport.
Jun 22, 2026
Iranian World Cup Squad Battles U.S. Entry Restrictions Amid Travel Ban Fallout
The Iranian national team faces a cascade of logistical hurdles in the United States, from denied entry for key players to criticism of the administration's travel restrictions, prompting calls for reform and highlighting Mexico's contrasting hospitality.
Jun 17, 2026
Soccer Fans Grapple with World Cup Dreams Amid Rising Costs and Immigration Fears
From packed parks to empty stadium seats, the road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup reveals stark contradictions between fan enthusiasm and the financial, legal and ethical challenges that now define the sport’s biggest stage.
Jun 17, 2026
Iranian forward’s visa woes expose diplomatic rift ahead of World Cup
Mehdi Torabi’s U.S. visa expired after a single World Cup appearance, underscoring how IRGC ties and U.S. immigration policy are shaping Iran’s tournament preparations.
Jun 16, 2026
U.S. Clarifies Iran Team’s Exit After World Cup Matches Amid Visa Disputes
The United States has reiterated that Iran's national team was always expected to leave immediately after their World Cup games, a position that clashes with the squad's complaints about visa issues, staff denials and limited recovery time.
Jun 16, 2026
Flag Day Reflections: Memory, Migration, and a White House UFC Spectacle
On Flag Day, the author reflects on his father's legacy, the discrimination faced by Filipino immigrants, and Donald Trump's plans for a UFC celebration at the White House.
Jun 14, 2026
U.S. Opens World Cup with Convincing 4-1 Victory Over Paraguay
The United States opened its World Cup campaign with a dominant 4-1 win over Paraguay, featuring a brace from Folarin Balogun and a high‑profile audience that included Tom Cruise, David Beckham and Katy Perry.
Jun 13, 2026
U.S. Opens World Cup with 4-1 Victory Over Paraguay
The United States began its World Cup adventure with a commanding 4-1 triumph over Paraguay at the 70,492‑capacity Los Angeles Stadium, a venue that proved packed to the rafters.
Jun 13, 2026
U.S. Opens World Cup With Convincing 4‑1 Win Over Paraguay
The United States began its World Cup campaign with a dominant 4‑1 victory over Paraguay in Los Angeles, highlighted by a double from Folarin Balogun and a late strike from Gio Reyna, while Christian Pulisic was forced off with a calf injury.
Jun 13, 2026
American Fans Turn D’Arcy’s Tavern into World Cup Celebration Hub
American soccer fans gathered at D'Arcy's Tavern in Bradley Beach to watch the U.S. World Cup opener, celebrating a three‑goal first half, chanting "USA! USA!" and booing high‑profile figures shown on screen.
Jun 13, 2026
Iranian Soccer Team Arrives in Mexico Amid Visa Complications
The Iranian men's national team landed in Mexico on Sunday, but visa hurdles for several support staff, tied to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, threaten to disrupt their tournament build‑up.
Jun 8, 2026
Iran’s World Cup squad faces visa hurdles as they settle in Tijuana
Iran’s national football team arrived in Tijuana ahead of the tournament, but a U.S. visa dispute has forced a reshuffle of plans and sparked a political row.
Jun 7, 2026
Iranian World Cup squad granted U.S. visas amid diplomatic snags
While Iran’s national team receives clearance to enter the United States for the FIFA World Cup, a cascade of visa denials for officials and journalists has ignited diplomatic tension and highlighted broader anxieties about press freedom.
Jun 7, 2026
Visas and Tensions Shadow the Road to the 2026 World Cup
Despite visa approvals for Iran’s World Cup squad, administrative delays, diplomatic friction and media restrictions cast a long shadow over the tournament’s opening.
Jun 7, 2026
Iran’s World Cup Base Moves to Tijuana Amid Visa and Security Hurdles
Iran’s soccer squad will train in Tijuana, travel to the U.S. for group matches, and face heightened security as diplomatic clearances are finalized.
Jun 7, 2026
Iran’s World Cup squad secures U.S. visas amid diplomatic hurdles
Iranian players have been granted U.S. visas for the 2026 World Cup, but several senior officials and support staff remain pending approval, complicating preparations as geopolitical tensions linger.
Jun 6, 2026
Iran’s World Cup delegation faces visa hurdles amid IRGC tensions
A dispute over U.S. visa refusals for Iranian football officials has escalated into a broader geopolitical controversy, prompting Iran to move its World Cup preparations to Mexico and set up a clash with the United States.
Jun 6, 2026
Iran’s World Cup contingent faces visa hurdles despite U.S. clearance
U.S. visas have been issued to Iran's national football team for the 2026 tournament, but key administrators remain stuck in bureaucratic limbo, raising questions about the delegation's cohesion.
Jun 6, 2026
Iran’s World Cup squad granted US visas amid IRGC restrictions
Iran's football team has been cleared to enter the United States for the 2026 World Cup opener, but the US has imposed strict conditions to exclude any members tied to the Islamic Revolutionary Guards.
Jun 6, 2026
World Cup Jerseys and Refugee Policies: A Political Crossroads
The upcoming tournament fuels political tension in Colombia, while Washington debates radical reforms to America’s refugee system.
Jun 4, 2026
Iran’s World Cup Base Camp Moves to Tijuana Amid Visa Crisis
The Iranian national soccer team will relocate its World Cup training base from the United States to Mexico, a move approved by FIFA after weeks of visa negotiations and political pressure.
May 23, 2026