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FIFA Raises 2026 World Cup Prize Pool To Record $871 Million Amid Ticket Pricing Backlash

Financial incentives have risen sharply for teams participating in the FIFA World Cup as demand surges and off-field tensions shape the build-up to the tournament.

International Business Times

World Cup hotel boom may ‘fall short of expectations’, US industry association warns

A new report by the American Hotel & Lodging Association says anticipated demand ‘has not translated into strong hotel bookings’ and that domestic travellers are ‘outpacing’ international visitors.

Euronews

Global Boycott of the US Grows as FIFA World Cup Takes Financial Hit

Concerns are rising over international travel trends and their potential impact on the FIFA World Cup, as new data shows declining tourism to the United States amid broader global growth.

International Business Times UK

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A money machine and Morocco on the rise: what we learned from Fifa congress

Gianni Infantino bungled one political move in Canada while also making it clear Europe is on the fringes of his thinking

The Guardian - UK

Texas Launches 'Operation Red Card' to Crack Down on Crime Ahead of World Cup

According to officials, the operation began in mid-March and will run through the start of the tournament. Officials say it targets violent offenders, human traffickers and drug traffickers.

Latin Times

The Beginner’s Cheat Sheet to the 2026 World Cup: 30 Soccer Terms and More

The United States, Canada and Mexico will welcome the most popular sporting event in the world this summer.

Sports Illustrated

The Favorites to Win Each Group at 2026 World Cup

The group stage is bigger than ever for the 2026 World Cup following FIFA’s expansion.

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‘Save the Whitecaps’ Fight Intensifies With Rival Support As Local Groups ‘Reach Out’

Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim said several groups had “reached out” about the Whitecaps after an offer was made to move the club to Las Vegas.

Sports Illustrated

European countries still expect to lose money at World Cup despite prize fund increase

Nations in Europe believe the high cost of travel and hotels across north America won’t be offset by Fifa’s decision to raise prize money by $112m

The Guardian - UK

Trump says he’s ‘okay’ with Iran playing at World Cup after Fifa chief’s confirmation

US president Donald Trump said on Thursday (30 April) that he’s “okay” with Iran participating in Fifa World Cup this year that the US is co-hosting with Canada and Mexico.

The Independent UK

Gianni Infantino scores own goal over Israel-Palestine handshake attempt

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The Independent UK

Fifa ramps up efforts to sell luxury World Cup hospitality tickets after revenue re-evaluation

Fifa is upping efforts to sell luxury hospitality tickets for the World Cup, with packages still available for 102 of the 104 matches at the expanded tournament

The Guardian - UK

First Thing: Trump doubles down on rift with Germany, Italy and Spain amid war on Iran

The US president has criticised the German chancellor and raised the prospect of pulling US troops from Italy and Spain. Plus, 10 lessons on ending the fossil fuel era

The Guardian - UK

Donald Trump makes major World Cup 2026 u-turn

US president Donald Trump previously took a hardline view on Iran's national team

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The Independent UK

Gianni Infantino’s attempt at forcing Israel-Palestine handshake backfires at Fifa Congress

Infantino called representatives from the Israel and Palestine football federations onto the stage at the Fifa Congress but Palestine’s Jibril Rajoub refused to stand next to his Israeli counterpart

The Independent UK

Infantino tells Fifa Congress Iran will play at World Cup in the US

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The Guardian - UK

‘You have to laugh or you’d cry’: the fixture list challenges facing women’s football

Stadium sharing, men’s broadcast picks and fun runs can all cause headaches in upper echelons of English women’s game

International Business Times UK

Trump Laughs Off Iran Winning World Cup on US Soil: 'I'll Have to Worry About That'

President Trump has approved Iran's participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, reversing earlier statements amid ongoing US-Iran tensions. FIFA President Gianni Infantino influenced the decision.

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The Guardian - UK

Gianni Infantino’s attempt at Israel-Palestine handshake backfires

Gianni Infantino made a failed attempt to orchestrate a handshake between Palestinian and Israeli delegates at Fifa’s congress in Vancouver

The Independent UK

Trump backs Iran’s participation at World Cup: ‘Let them play’

Iran’s place in the finals had been in doubt following air strikes launched by the US and Israel against the country

Sports Illustrated

FIFA Congress Takeaways: Infantino Reveals Re-Election Bid, Iran Assured for World Cup

FIFA president Gianni Infantino led an often tense meeting in Vancouver on Thursday.

The Independent UK

Gianni Infantino’s Palestine and Israel handshake attempt sparks clash at Fifa Congress

The Palestinian football federation’s president refused to stand alongside the Israel FA’s vice-president despite Gianni Infantino’s insistence

Evening Standard

Iran to play at World Cup as FIFA confirm matches will take place in US

Gianni Infantino insists Iran will compete as scheduled this summer following uncertainty caused by conflict

Sports Illustrated

How Much Money FIFA ‘Will Make’ From 2026 World Cup

The discourse surrounding the 2026 World Cup is not stopping FIFA from bringing in absurd revenue.

FourFourTwo

Who is Gianni Infantino? Everything you need to know about the FIFA President

World Cup 2026 will be the latest in a succession of FIFA tournaments with more than a little baggage – but who is the governing body president behind them?

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