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Why Half the Planet May Not Be Able to Watch 2026 World Cup

FIFA has reached broadcasting agreements with 175 countries, but two of the most populous nations are missing.

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FIFA President Ridicules 2026 World Cup Ticket Price Backlash With Hot Dog Promise

Gianni Infantino has gone on the defensive when faced with some World Cup final tickets being put up for sale at $2.3 million.

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Brilliant or Ridiculous? Commercial Campaign Predicts Dramatic U.S. Victory at 2026 World Cup

Let’s hope none of the U.S. men’s national team players are superstitious.

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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.

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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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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.

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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.

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Lamine Yamal at Risk of Missing 2026 World Cup After Brutal Injury—Report

The 2026 World Cup could potentially be bereft of one of the best players in the world.

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Mexico Legend Confirmed As Javier Aguirre’s Successor After 2026 World Cup

El Tri already know who will manage the team on the road to the 2030 World Cup.

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‘No One Is Safe’—USMNT Star Reveals Mauricio Pochettino’s Key Tactic Ahead of World Cup

The USMNT manager is just weeks away from naming his final 2026 World Cup roster.

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Five Candidates to Replace Mauricio Pochettino As USMNT Manager After 2026 World Cup

The U.S. Soccer Federation could be on the hunt for a new USMNT manager after hosting the 2026 World Cup.

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Mexico Star Midfielder Still Set on World Cup Despite Tearing ACL—Report

One of El Tri’s best players of the past year is willing to risk it all in order to feature in the 2026 World Cup.

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The Fans With the Best and Worst 2026 World Cup Watching Schedule

Some fans will have to watch their nations compete in the middle of the night.

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USMNT Star Reaches Career Best Just Weeks From 2026 World Cup

The midfielder’s offensive prowess couldn’t come at a better time.

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Every Liverpool Player Not Going to 2026 World Cup

An array of Liverpool stars won’t feature at the tournament.

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Will Lionel Messi Play at the 2026 World Cup?

The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner has not yet confirmed if he will compete in the 2026 World Cup.

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Every Man Utd Player Not Going to 2026 World Cup

Some high-profile Manchester United stars will not be involved in North America.

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2026 World Cup: The Biggest Star Players Ruled Out Through Injury

Some colossal names will miss out on this summer’s tournament with fitness problems.

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Why Some Players May Have to Pay $15,000 Bond to Play at 2026 World Cup

This summer’s World Cup just got even more expensive.

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Three Potential Replacements for Iran at 2026 World Cup

Iran’s sports minister has declared that the nation cannot participate in a tournament cohosted by the United States “under any circumstance.”

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The Ugly Game: FIFA Ripped by Soccer Fans for TV Commercial Move at 2026 World Cup

FIFA will reportedly allow broadcasters to cut away to ads during hydration breaks in 2026 World Cup matches.

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‘Torn’—USMNT Gem Considering Nationality Switch Ahead of 2026 World Cup

One of the best prospects in U.S. soccer could be tempted to change international allegiance.

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Mauricio Pochettino Reveals Ambitious USMNT World Cup Objective, Thoughts on Tottenham Return

The Argentine boss is confident in the USMNT’s ability to have a historic 2026 World Cup campaign.

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German FA Chief Voices Concern Over Cartel Violence in Mexico With World Cup Nearing

Mexico is immersed in a delicate safety and security situation just months before hosting the 2026 World Cup.

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FIFA ‘Considering’ Huge Rule Changes Before 2026 World Cup

Fans are not getting to see the ball in play during matches for anything close to 90 minutes.

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