FIFA World Cup 2022 News

FIFA WC 2026 Group B: Co-hosts Canada face Switzerland, Qatar challenge

With no clear heavyweight in Group B, Canada, Switzerland, Qatar and Bosnia all have reasons to believe they can reach the knockouts

Updated On: 07 Jun 2026 | 4:48 PM IST

FIFA WC 2026 Group A: South Korea, Mexico in focus in group of underdogs

Co-hosts Mexico and Asian powerhouse South Korea headline one of the World Cup's most evenly matched groups

Updated On: 07 Jun 2026 | 3:56 PM IST

Iran's World Cup team approved for visas to play games in the US: Officials

One US official said all players on the Iranian team were approved for visas and were in the process of receiving them

Updated On: 06 Jun 2026 | 9:53 AM IST

Inside Atlanta's FIFA World Cup 2026: matches, fans and matchday magic

With eight World Cup matches scheduled to be played here, Atlanta Stadium is expected to be one of the tournament's busiest and most iconic venues.

Updated On: 05 Jun 2026 | 8:13 PM IST

FIFA World Cup 2026: Rising costs, travel hurdles leave fan bases hanging

Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, a growing number of long-time supporters say this edition has become financially and logistically out of reach.

Updated On: 05 Jun 2026 | 5:58 PM IST

Fans barred from carrying refillable water bottles into World Cup venues

Water, sodas and juices sold at World Cup stadiums are supplied exclusively by long-time FIFA sponsor Coca-Cola when the tournament starts next Thursday

Updated On: 05 Jun 2026 | 1:03 PM IST

Neymar absent from Brazil squad traveling for Egypt exhibition game

The Brazilian Football Confederation said Thursday the 34-year-old forward would remain in New Jersey to undergo treatment

Updated On: 05 Jun 2026 | 12:55 PM IST

Fifa's $13 bn World Cup faces backlash as high costs hit fans, host cities

Host cities are shifting World Cup costs to fans and taxpayers, for instance, in New York, a New Jersey Transit trip to MetLife Stadium that usually costs $13 is priced at $98 during the tournament

Updated On: 05 Jun 2026 | 8:39 AM IST

Iran players break silence on how war affects their World Cup preparations

Iran is heading to the World Cup while the country is at war with the primary host nation, a situation that is unique in the tournament's history.

Updated On: 04 Jun 2026 | 7:58 PM IST

Switzerland's Embolo goes to US embassy after travel denied ahead of WC

The Swiss soccer federation at the team's training camp in San Diego confirmed why Embolo's travel approval to the U.S. had been put under review Tuesday.

Updated On: 04 Jun 2026 | 1:14 PM IST

Congo football team's WC warmup game cancelled due to Ebola in Spain

Congo's soccer federation said it was in discussions with the Spanish soccer federation and relevant international bodies to find solutions.

Updated On: 04 Jun 2026 | 12:43 PM IST

Zee's Fifa bet: Can football deliver returns in cricket-dominated India?

Football remains a niche sport in India compared to cricket; yet, Zee believes Fifa can help build Zee5, strengthen its sports channels and attract premium advertisers over the next decade

Updated On: 04 Jun 2026 | 11:42 AM IST

Yildiz to Nico Paz: Young players to watch out for during FIFA WC 2026

From highly-rated teenagers to emerging talents already making waves in Europe's top leagues, several young players could use the tournament as their breakout moment.

Updated On: 03 Jun 2026 | 7:05 PM IST

VAR reviews to quick substitutions: FIFA introduces new rules ahead of WC

From expanded VAR powers to stricter time-wasting measures, here are the key rule changes set to reshape the game.

Updated On: 03 Jun 2026 | 4:00 PM IST

Meet Samuel Moutousammy, Indian origin player in FIFA WC 2026 for DR Congo

Born in France, Moutoussamy comes from a diverse family background. His mother is Congolese, while his father is an Indo-Guadeloupean of Tamil descent.

Updated On: 03 Jun 2026 | 2:41 PM IST

Meet Sarpreet Singh, New Zealand's Indian-Origin player at FIFA WC 2026

Born and raised in Auckland, Singh's family roots trace back to Jalandhar in Punjab, making his World Cup appearance a proud moment for football fans of Indian origin around the globe.

Updated On: 03 Jun 2026 | 1:27 PM IST

FIFA WC 2026: Check Cape Verde's full schedule, squad and team preview here

Cape Verde, officially known as Cabo Verde, secured a historic first-ever FIFA World Cup qualification by finishing at the top of a highly competitive CAF qualifying group

Updated On: 02 Jun 2026 | 1:39 PM IST

FIFA WC 2026: Check Croatia's full schedule, squad and team preview here

After finishing runners-up in 2018 and securing third place in 2022, Zlatko Dalic's side has consistently proven its ability to compete with the world's best

Updated On: 02 Jun 2026 | 12:38 PM IST

Iran's World Cup squad includes 17 domestic players, excludes Azmoun

Star forward Mehdi Taremi, who plays in Greece for Olympiakos, was among nine overseas players but they did not include his strike partner at the 2022 World Cup, Sardar Azmoun

Updated On: 02 Jun 2026 | 11:36 AM IST

Visa issues leave South Africa assistant coach behind before FIFA World Cup

South Africa plays co-host Mexico in the opening game of the World Cup on June 11 in Mexico City. It plays one of its group games in the U.S.

Updated On: 02 Jun 2026 | 11:31 AM IST