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Gianni Infantino affirms at the FIFA Congress that Iran will participate in the World Cup

FIFA President Gianni Infantino opened his address at the FIFA Congress by affirming that Iran will participate in the World Cup and that the team will play in the United States despite the conflict between the two nations

The Independent UK

Iran to play World Cup 2026 games in United States as planned, Fifa president Infantino says

His comments follow recent uncertainty stemming from the Iran war following US and Israeli airstrikes in the country on 28 February

The Independent UK

Gianni Infantino tells Fifa congress that Iran will play at World Cup in US as planned

Iran’s participation had been in doubt following US and Israeli attacks on the country that killed Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

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1994 Legend Cobi Jones Sets Bold USMNT Target for 2026 World Cup

Cobi Jones’s side made it to the round of 16 on home soil in 1994.

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Vancouver community groups plan protests during city’s hosting of Fifa Congress

Community groups have planned “multiple events” across Vancouver on Thursday to coincide with the Fifa Congress being held in the city

The Guardian - US

Football fever returns to Qatar after FIFA confirms U-17 World Cup dates

Qatar is set to host another World Cup, as FIFA had scheduled the world U-17 tournament for 19 November to 13 December. The 48-team format is also making a comeback, with 30 nations already qualified.

Euronews

Iranian football chiefs turned away at Canada border over IRGC link

Iran's World Cup participation controversy has escalated with a diplomatic incident at Canada's borders involving Iranian football officials. Iran's group stage matches are scheduled in the US, and Tehran authorities have asked FIFA to move them to alternative venues. FIFA has refused.

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From national pride to fascism: how countries have used the World Cup to build identity

Every World Cup, from Uruguay and Italy in 1930 and 1934, to Russia and Qatar in 2018 and 2022, has been to an extent about presenting an image to the world

The Guardian - US

Iran soccer chief ‘denied entry to Canada’ ahead of Fifa Congress meeting

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The Independent UK

The $13bn World Cup: how the numbers stack up on Fifa’s 2026 balance sheet

The earnings from the tournament in the US, Mexico and Canada will make it the most lucrative competition in the history of sport, even if some of the 48 competing countries say they are struggling to make ends meet

The Guardian - UK

How a Wild FIFA Rule Change Could Shake Up the Premier League

The FIFA Council unanimously approved to consult a major roster change.

Sports Illustrated

Iranian soccer chief ‘denied entry into Canada’ for Fifa event weeks before World Cup

Iranian soccer chief, Mehdi Taj, was reportedly denied entry into Canada for a Fifa event in Vancouver this week

The Independent UK

What Is the ‘Vinicius Jr Law’ Brought in for 2026 World Cup?

Ifab has approved a change to the game’s laws based on an incident featuring the Real Madrid star.

Sports Illustrated

FIFA to Offer Luxury, On-the-Field Couch Seating for 2026 World Cup

Some fans will get to witness the matches at New York New Jersey Stadium from couches directly on the pitch.

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The Independent UK

World Cup 2026 injury news and updates as Lamine Yamal, Kylian Mbappe, Estevao and more battle to prove fitness

Some of the world’s best players are facing a race to be fit for this summer’s tournament, with the group stages starting on 11 June

The Guardian - UK

Erling Haaland feels the heat in Norway for ‘tragic’ World Cup beer commercial

Erling Haaland’s collaboration with a leading American beer brand has caused a backlash in his native Norway, where alcohol advertising is banned

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Why there could be more cards than ever before at World Cup 2026

FIFA is expected to take action to limit the negative impact of an upsurge in cards at the World Cup

The Independent UK

Fifa considers major football shake-up with new homegrown player rule

Fifa has started talks over a potential new, groundbreaking homegrown player rule

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Four Takeaways From Mexico’s Liga MX 2026 World Cup Roster

Almost half of El Tri’s 2025 World Cup squad was unveiled six weeks before the start of the tournament.

Radio France Internationale

World Cup 2026: Players who leave pitch or cover mouths to be given red cards

Footballers who leave the pitch without the referee's permission and those who cover their mouths during confrontations can now be given red cards, under new rules announced on Wednesday.

The Texas Tribune

FIFA could make billions from the World Cup. Texas host cities will get little in return.

Almost all of the costs for organizing the tournament fall on the cities, whose ability to collect revenue is limited. In Texas, that could leave taxpayers on the hook.

The Independent UK

I’ve given everything and it’s time – Chelsea captain Millie Bright retires

The former England defender won 20 trophies with the Blues.

The Independent UK

Afghan refugee women’s football team gets Fifa backing despite Taliban ban

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The Independent UK

How Fifa and World Cup host cities are preparing to deal with threat of extreme heat

Some World Cup matches could take place in extreme heat this summer

The Independent UK

Afghan refugee women to compete as official national team as Fifa bypasses Taliban

Fifa has passed a regulation change allowing the team of female Afghan refugees to represent the country officially

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