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Is FIFA World Cup 2026 becoming a dividing force instead of a unifying one?

From visa restrictions and travel bans to concerns over fan accessibility and the treatment of players and officials at US entry points, the 1st 48-team WC isn't living up to the expectations.

The 1.67 billion-dollar team: FIFA World Cup 2026's most valuable eleven

The lineup features the highest-valued player in each position based on current market estimates and represents a combined valuation of approximately $1.68 billion.

FIFA World Cup: The beautiful game meets ugly realities before kick-off

Referees deported, players detained and fans denied entry - Football World Cup 2026 is already mired in controversies that have little to do with football.

AIFF agrees 'in principle' to 2-year club-led ISL model, Kickoff in Sep

The 2026-27 ISL is expected to be a full seven-month season, with home and away matches for the 14 participating teams.

Messi scores from the spot as Argentina beat Iceland 3-0 in WC friendly

Lionel Messi is ready for his sixth World Cup.

FIFA WC 2026 Group J: Messi-led Argentina eyeing successful title defence

Defending champions Argentina headline Group J, but Austria, Algeria and debutants Jordan all have reasons to believe they can challenge for a knockout berth

FIFA WC 2026 Group I: Mbappe vs Haaland headline group of new stars

France headline a fascinating Group I, but Senegal, Norway and Iraq all have compelling stories as they chase a place in the knockout rounds

FIFA WC 2026 Group H: Spain, Uruguay aim for easy knockout qualification

Reigning European champions Spain headline Group H, but Uruguay, Saudi Arabia and World Cup debutants Cape Verde will all believe they can make life difficult in the race for the knockout rounds

FIFA WC 2026 Group G: Iran, Egypt to challenge Belgium's knockout chances

Belgium remain favourites in Group G, but Egypt, Iran and New Zealand all have realistic ambitions of reaching the knockout rounds in one of the tournament's most intriguing groups

FIFA WC 2026 Group F: Netherlands, Japan to get stiff challenge from Sweden

The Netherlands and Japan start as favourites in Group F, but Sweden's attacking firepower and Tunisia's defensive resilience could make this one of the tournament's most competitive groups

FIFA WC 2026 Group E: Germany aim to go past group stage after 12 years

Four-time champions Germany headline Group E, but Ecuador and Ivory Coast have the quality to challenge for qualification, while World Cup debutants Curacao chase history

FIFA WC 2026 Group D: Hosts USA look to take advantage of home conditions

Co-hosts USA headline one of the most balanced groups at the World Cup, with Turkey, Paraguay and Australia all carrying realistic hopes of reaching the knockout stage

FIFA WC 2026 Group C: Morocco, Scotland challenge Brazil's hunt for glory

Five-time champions Brazil headline a fascinating group featuring African powerhouses Morocco, returning Scotland and World Cup newcomers Haiti

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

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

Fifa to let fans bring bottled water to World Cup, but with some caveats

Mamdani had raised concerns about reports that Fifa had banned fans from bringing bottles of water to World Cup matches, demanding answers from Fifa

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.

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.

Who is Real Madrid's €150m mystery transfer target? Perez drops major hint

Perez's latest comments appear designed to present a more measured approach, confirming that Madrid are pursuing a major signing while avoiding direct references to Premier League stars.

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