Michel Platini

Qatar was named to host the World Cup in a decision that triggered controversy over its suitability amid allegations of corruption

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One widely-shared image showed a central Doha football ground, not a World Cup venue, resembling a lake

FIFA U-17 World Cup, Amarjit Singh, Luie Notun, U-17 World Cup, India, US

US will face India in the second fixture on the opening day of the U-17 World Cup at the JLN Stadium in Delhi on Friday

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India will have home advantage, skipper Amarjit Singh & his team-mates have promised to be competitive at the showpiece event

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After SC upholds tax demand on Formula One, I-T dept sets sight on FIFA Under-17 World Cup

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	The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to break new ground both on and off the pitch. For the first time in tournament history, all three host nations - the United States, Canada and Mexico, will stage their own opening ceremonies, transforming the start of the competition into a three-country celebration of football, music and culture.</div>
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	The tournament officially begins tonight and will conclude on July 19 with the World Cup final in New Jersey, where FIFA has also planned a Super Bowl-style halftime show featuring some of the biggest names in global entertainment.</div>

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Page 26 - Latest Updates on FIFA World Cup

Ex-UEFA chief Michel Platini arrested over award of 2022 World Cup to Qatar

Qatar 2022 World Cup: Rain in desert state plays spoilsport in preparations

FIFA U-17 World Cup: India tough side to face, says US coach

FIFA World Cup: Hosts India set to make debut against US tomorrow

World football tourney to face tax blues