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Football WC 2026: Arizona's Tuscan ready to host Iran amid West Asia War

Iran, also known as Team Melli, is scheduled to stay in Tucson ahead of the World Cup next month, even as uncertainty remains around the broader political and security situation involving the country.

FIFA World Cup 2026: The big day for all 48 teams to unveil their squads

As the football World Cup is just a month away in the USA, Mexico and Canada, find out the different timelines for squad announcements for all 48 teams

FIFA ends longstanding WC sticker deal with Panini after Fanatics deal

Panini first introduced its World Cup sticker albums during the 1970 FIFA World Cup in Mexico.

After Waka Waka, Shakira now drops first teaser for FIFA WC 2026 song

This marks another iconic World Cup collaboration for Shakira, who famously delivered Waka Waka (This Time for Africa) during the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa.

Reliance's $20M offer sparks FIFA's concern over 2026 WC media rights value

There has also been no deal announcement for China, which FIFA says accounted for 49.8% of all hours of viewing on digital and social platforms globally during the 2022 World Cup

Biggest players who are ruled out from FIFA World Cup 2026 this year

2022 WC finalists France will still boast elite attacking options like Kylian Mbappe and Ousmane Dembele, but they will be without Hugo Ekitike.

Explained: Why Iran's FIFA WC spot is under scrutiny amid Trump remarks

At the heart of the issue is Iran national football team's refusal to play matches in the United States, where all their group fixtures are scheduled.

Prasar Bharati emerges as option for FIFA World Cup 2026 rights in India

A senior government official confirmed that exploratory talks have taken place to understand the pricing structure and feasibility of acquiring the rights.

Liverpool forward Hugo Ekitike to miss World Cup for France with leg injury

Liverpool striker Hugo Ekitike will miss the World Cup because of a serious leg injury, France coach Didier Deschamps confirmed Wednesday.

Why Indian broadcasters hesitant to buy FIFA WC 2026, 2030 media rights?

JioStar, the current rights holder, is understood to value the rights at roughly $25 million for both editions.

Top ticket for FIFA WC final raised to USD 10,990 after sales reopen

FIFA raised its top ticket price for the World Cup final to USD 10,990 during the glitch-hampered reopening of sales after the 48-team field for this year's tournament was finalised.

Here's why Italy failed to qualify despite a 48-team FIFA World Cup

Even the largest-ever World Cup, expanded to 48 teams, could not accommodate the storied Azzurri. A nation that once defined footballing excellence now finds itself absent from the global event.

Gattuso avoids future talk after Italy miss out FIFA World Cup again

Even if Gattuso hasn't made up his mind whether to stay or not, the Italian soccer federation gave a clear sign it would like him to remain

Italy to miss third straight FIFA World Cup after shootout loss vs Bosnia

Bosnia won the shootout 4-1 and qualified for the first time since 2014 - its only previous appearance

Graham Potter to 'dust off cowboy hat' after Sweden seal World Cup spot

The English coach was hired by Sweden in October after the national team's abject qualifying campaign that contained two draws and four defeats from its six group games

England loss to Japan won't impact World Cup hopes, says Tuchel

Thomas Tuchel insisted England's dispiriting 1-0 loss to Japan in a friendly will have no bearing on the team's chances at the upcoming World Cup.

Congo overcome Jamaica 1-0 in extra time to book FIFA World Cup 2026 berth

Congo has never played in a World Cup under that name, although it participated in the 1974 edition in Germany as Zaire

Mexico's World Cup plans reviewed as Sheinbaum meets FIFA President Gianni

The tournament kicks off on June 11 at the iconic Azteca Stadium in Mexico City with a match between the hosts and South Africa

Co-host Mexico revamps base, seeks to match 1970 and 1986 WC performances

To ensure optimal preparation, the Mexican Football Federation (FMF) invested 400 million pesos (around $22 million) in renovating their training center known as Centro de Alto Rendimiento (CAR)

Mbappe shines as France beat Brazil 2-1 in 2026 FIFA World Cup warmup

The former Paris Saint-Germain and current Real Madrid star showed no ill effects from his knee injury on Thursday when he broke free for a goal to give France an early lead on its way to a 2-1 win