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Shakira's personal connection to the World Cup

Shakira's sons "were born" because of the World Cup and her song Waka Waka (Time for Africa).

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Seattle Welcomes the World: Space Needle Transforms into Giant Soccer Ball for FIFA World Cup 2026™

SEATTLE, June 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As Seattle prepares to welcome the world for FIFA World Cup 2026™, the Space Needle and Seattle FIFA World Cup 26™ (SeattleFWC26) today unveiled a dramatic transformation of Seattle's most iconic landmark. A giant soccer ball now welcomes visitors above the city skyline in…

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Colombia's Petro blasts Trump for supporting far-right 'drug trafficker' in upcoming election

Colombia's President Gustavo Petro criticised US President Donald Trump on Thursday for supporting hard-right presidential candidate Abelardo de la Espriella, a lawyer – and fervent Trump supporter – who made a fortune representing drug-trafficking paramilitaries, fraudsters and football stars.

France 24

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The World's Best Are Packing Their Bags — And the 2026 World Cup Hasn't Even Started

Spain, France, Argentina, Brazil and England have their base camps set and their rosters ready. With the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicking off June 11 in Mexico City, here's a look at where the tournament's top contenders are preparing — and what's at stake for each one.

Latin Times

Argentina seeks a glorious end to the Messi era with another World Cup title

Argentina, seeking back-to-back World Cup titles, faces fitness concerns for key players, including Lionel Messi, ahead of the 2026 tournament. Messi, nearing retirement from international soccer, aims to cap his career with another championship, a feat not achieved since Brazil in 1962.

The Economic Times

How the 1994 FIFA World Cup put the United States on track to host all over again in 2026

The 1994 FIFA World Cup changed American soccer forever

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McDonald’s drops new World Cup meals packed with soccer-themed collectibles

The promotion offers one of nine collectible cups that feature the faces of soccer icons, such as David Beckham and Thierry Henry

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Old but Gold: How Ronaldo & Co. Defied Father Time to Reach Another World Cup

Playing past 35 was once rare. But due to advances in nutrition and training, the sport’s top—and oldest—stars are set for the big stage.

Sports Illustrated

‘Soccer’ is a fine term for the beautiful game – don’t let any ‘football’ snob or president tell you otherwise this World Cup

At the 2026 World Cup draw, FIFA Peace Prize recipient and U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the game should really be called “football.”

The Conversation

This week’s soccer questions: where next for Arsenal and did Liverpool fumble Slot’s departure?

We look at Mikel Arteta’s next steps, Liverpool potentially missing out on an old flame and Anthony Gordon’s move to Barcelona

The Guardian - US

Brazilian players from a Rio de Janeiro favela find hope and opportunities thanks to soccer

João Victor Gonçalves, from one of Rio de Janeiro's poorest favelas, has achieved a dream by playing soccer internationally

The Independent UK

Inside the $9 billion World Cup: How Gianni Infantino built a FIFA-dom with a tight grip on soccer’s biggest global event

FIFA's president has vastly expanded its powers over the past decade, despite criticism of his tight control of the sport.

Fortune

World Cup Influencer Goes Viral Wearing Only Soccer Stickers In Jaw-Dropping Post

A Brazilian influencer sparked a viral frenzy by covering herself in 1,000 stickers ahead of the World Cup.

Bored Panda

Mega gallery: the best junior sport photos from May action

See all the photos from soccer, badminton, hockey and AFL Canberra.

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The Independent UK

Congo's soccer team seeks alternatives after Spanish city cancels World Cup warmup game due to Ebola

Congo is still hoping to play its World Cup warmup against Chile after the mayor of the Spanish city of La Linea de la Concepcion denied authorization for the match because of health concerns related to the Ebola crisis

The Guardian - US

With NWSL expanding and MLS rescheduling, an Arizona businesswoman is making a pitch

Vicki Mayo has plans to build a fully-enclosed, natural-grass soccer stadium in Mesa. What team will play there is far less certain

The Conversation

Inflation and immigration fears threaten to dampen Miami’s economic benefits from the World Cup

When the U.S. last hosted the World Cup in 1994, the event drew unexpectedly large crowds. At that time, soccer wasn’t as popular among Americans as it is now, so expectations for attendance had been fairly low.

The Independent UK

Colombia's soccer jersey isn't just about sports. It's become a symbol of political division

Colombia’s national soccer jersey has become the subject of controversy during the country's bitterly disputed presidential election

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Battle of football influencers delivers Australia’s Kai Trewin 100k Instagram followers

Socceroos defender subject of viral campaign to make him ‘Cristiano Ronaldo of World Cup’ as New Zealand’s Tim Payne surpasses All Blacks

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Brave Afghanistan women's soccer team alive and kicking

Fatima Yousufi and Mona Amini escaped the Taliban and found refuge in Australia, and their dreams of playing international soccer may soon become reality.

AAP

'Underdog' Oakland and Socceroos a gritty perfect match

Oakland's three biggest professional sports franchises have all left but the 'underdog' city of the Bay Area appears the perfect match for the Socceroos.

AAP

No Payne, big gain: Socceroo's social media boost

Days after Tim Payne became the talking point of world football after his low profile went viral, Socceroo Kai Trewin is experiencing his own social media rise.

The Conversation

From ‘USA94’ to now: how soccer has changed since the last American World Cup

The United States hosted its first World Cup in 1994.

The Independent UK

Artist suing FIFA over destruction of Dallas whale mural before World Cup

An artist has filed a federal lawsuit against soccer's international governing body over the destruction of his giant mural of swimming whales on a building in Dallas as it prepares to host World Cup matches

Sports Illustrated

MLS Sets Historic Record Ahead of 2026 World Cup

The World Cup kicks off in less than two weeks across North America, home to the U.S.’s top flight, Major League Soccer.

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