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The Latest Breaking News from the World Cup

US relaxes visa bonds for World Cup fans

The United States said Wednesday it would ease its system of demanding bond payments of visa applicants for certain fans seeking to come for the World Cup. The State Department said it would waive the bonds for team members competing in World Cup matches in the United States as well…

The Economic Times

How hot will it be at the 2026 World Cup and is it dangerous for players and fans?

Researchers warn of a ‘real risk’ of unsafe conditions, with matches in Miami most likely to be affected, but the picture is mixed across the 16 stadiums

The Guardian - UK

England fans warned of serious health risks from extreme Texas heat at World Cup

England are set to play their first match of the World Cup against Croatia in Texas

The Independent UK

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Wait finally over as NBL legend Cotton joins Boomers

NBL superstar Bryce Cotton has won his long-running citizenship battle and will make his Australian Boomers debut during the World Cup qualifiers.

AAP

The Most Likely Player From Every MLS Team to Play in the World Cup

MLS is expected to set a record for the most World Cup players from the league this summer.

Sports Illustrated

NJ Transit lowers the price of traveling to World Cup games again after huge public backlash

Even President Donald Trump has said the cost to attend this year’s World Cup is too high

The Independent UK

Lamine Yamal’s Palestine flag wave revives debate over politics in football

Yamal waved a Palestinian flag during Barcelona’s La Liga title celebrations, reviving a debate over whether politics and sport should be mixed with just a month to go before the World Cup begins amid geopolitical tensions.

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‘This is not a World Cup for the people’: residents in host cities sound alarm over housing affordability

Organizers fear Fifa event will deepen crisis as short-term listings proliferate and sweeps displace unhoused people

The Guardian - US

Carlo Ancelotti: ‘Neymar’s call-up depends only on him and what he shows on the pitch’

In an exclusive interview the Brazil coach talks about being in charge of ‘the most important national team’, how to get the best out of Vinícius Júnior and what he learned at Real Madrid

The Guardian - UK

USMNT’s Christian Pulisic Reveals World Cup Prep, Favorite Star to Play With

“Captain America” prepared for his second World Cup by speaking to Sports Illustrated.

Sports Illustrated

Los Angeles’ World Cup stadium awaits new grass pitch 30 days before its first match

Premium seating, suites and hospitality packages will be on offer for fans

The Independent UK

Frenzy Over The World Cup Shockingly Negative As Soccer Fans Complain En Masse About “The Worst Hosts Ever”

With less than a month before the 2026 World Cup kicks off, some people feel like there’s absolutely no “hype” surrounding a tournament that only takes place once every four years.

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US hotel operators say promised boon from hosting World Cup hasn’t materialized yet

U.S. hotels say the promised economic boon from the World Cup hasn’t materialized yet for them

The Independent UK

Mamdani shows off skills as he promotes street soccer ahead of World Cup

New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani showed off his soccer skills as he joined children in the Bronx to promote the game ahead of the World Cup.

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Evening Standard

Marston’s pins hopes on pub revamps and World Cup

The Wolverhampton-based pub giant saw shares slide after revealing stalling sales.

Fortune

U.S. hotels are calling the World Cup a 'non-event' and 80% warn bookings are falling short of expectations, report finds

Despite FIFA selling 5 million tickets for the games, “indicators suggest the anticipated economic lift may fall short of expectations,” the American Hotel and Lodging Association said.

The Guardian - UK

Fifa’s failure to agree World Cup TV deals in China and India a headache for Infantino

With the tournament a month away, there are still no agreements done with the two Asian giants to ensure fans there can watch all 104 games

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The good, the bad and the AI of World Cup 2026 adverts

From Messi and Timothee Chalamet to an AI David Beckham, who wins the battle of the World Cup ads?

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Evening Standard

Tottenham injury update: Dominic Solanke, Xavi Simons, Cristian Romero latest news and potential return dates

Spurs remain in relegation struggle after derby defeat at Chelsea

Sports Illustrated

Argentina Gives Major Update on Lionel Messi’s 2026 World Cup Involvement

Messi rattled off his six favorites for the World Cup as he played down Argentina’s chances of defending its title.

The Guardian - UK

Premier League set to reject extended powers for VAR next season

The video assistant referee will be permitted to rule on the award of corners from next month, in time for the World Cup, but Ifab has made the new law discretionary and PGMO has advised against it

The Guardian - UK

Arbeloa defends fighting players, Glasner vows to rotate, Liverpool v Chelsea buildup – matchday live

Spygate 2.0, Iran say they’ll play at the World Cup subject to certain conditions, the latest from Real Madrid and other news ahead of Saturday’s action

The Texas Tribune

World Cup hotel bookings short of expectations in Texas amid anti-U.S. sentiment abroad

A recent survey of hoteliers in the Dallas area and Houston found anticipated demand is not translating into strong hotel bookings less than 40 days from the start of the tournament.

FourFourTwo

Argentina star banned from World Cup opener by FIFA

Argentina will be without Gianluca Prestianni for the first two games of the World Cup thanks to his ban from FIFA

Sports Illustrated

Italy’s 2006 World Cup Squad: Where Are They Now?

Italy fielded an absolutely remarkable squad when they lifted the World Cup in 2006.

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