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2026 World Cup: Are US stadiums unprepared? Viral Senegal ball bounce clip sparks pitch fears

The countdown is on for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, jointly hosted for the first time by the US, Canada and Mexico. But a viral training video has triggered doubts about whether the US stadiums are ready for the tournament, after Senegal's national team was seen practicing on a pitch…

France 24

‘Excited but wary’: fans in the 16 host cities share their hopes and fears before the World Cup

In the first of a new series of dispatches, fans in US, Mexico and Canada tell us that they want visitors to have a good time but are angry about ticket prices, Fifa’s priorities and a lack of long-term thinking from politicians

The Guardian - UK

Sheinbaum tells US envoy to keep out of Mexican politics after drug-trade post

Mexico’s president says ambassadors must avoid political affairs after Ron Johnson’s post on drug-trafficking dispute

The Guardian - US

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Canada calls for US and Mexico free-trade agreement to be renewed for another 16 years

Canada is calling on the United States and Mexico to renew the free trade agreement between the countries for another 16 years just as U.S. President Donald Trump revives talk of making Canada the 51st state

The Independent UK

World Cup co-hosts Mexico lose appeal against Fifa fines for anti-gay chant by fans

Mexico have lost an appeal against fines handed down by Fifa for an anti-gay chant by fans

The Independent UK

First contact: Uzbekistan's rise to the global stage

Uzbekistan will make its World Cup debut at the 2026 tournament in the United States, Mexico and Canada. In the second instalment of a four-part series, RFI looks at the journey of the first team from central Asia to qualify for the competition in its 96-year history.

Radio France Internationale

U.S. Ambassador to Mexico Pushes Back on Sheinbaum Sovereignty Warning, Says Turning Cartel Fight Into Politics Is 'a Missed Opportunity'

Johnson's comments came a day after the Mexican president delivered a speech criticizing U.S. pressure surrounding organized crime investigations involving local officials

Latin Times

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Players to watch: Germany's Neuer back to haunt World Cup records

Manuel Neuer will play for Germany at a fifth World Cup this summer, at the age of 40. In the first instalment of a series on players to watch at the 2026 tournament in the United States, Mexico and Canada, RFI looks at the World Cup career of a goalkeeper…

Radio France Internationale

Why Mary, as the Immaculate Conception, became the patron saint of the US in the 1840s

Every year in March, tens of thousands of Americans take to the streets – and bars – to celebrate St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. Similarly, Mexican Americans celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Mexico’s patron saint, in December.

The Conversation

Report: Mexico World Cup Matches Could Boost Forced Prostitution Controlled by Drug Cartels

Forced prostitution cases carry an impunity rate of about 97% in Mexico, according to data from the Mexican Senate.

Latin Times

The Big Names Not Going to The 2026 World Cup

The 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup is nearly here. The tournament is being co-hosted by Canada, Mexico, and the United States, with the opening game on 11th June in Mexico City.

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The 2026 World Cup: Billions promised but will the economic boom arrive?

With the kick-off less than ten days away, the largest World Cup in history is set to inject tens of billions into the hosting economies. Yet, analysts are estimating that the relative impact will be marginal.

Euronews

Mexico Uncovers Drug Trafficking Tunnel Linking Tijuana to San Diego, Equipped With Ventilation and Sliding Cargo System

During the search, agents seized ammunition, suspected methamphetamine and marijuana, as well as cellphones and documents

Latin Times

Should FIFA be doing more to protect soccer players from the World Cup heat?

The most watched sporting event in the world kicks off on June 11 co-hosted by Canada, Mexico and the United States. With 2026 already expected to be one of the hottest years on record, experts and players have warned that organizer FIFA is not doing enough to protect the players…

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Radio France Internationale

Africa's finest: Bafana Bafana return to the World Cup chasing a first knockout stage

South Africa enter the first 48-team World Cup as Africa's 11th-ranked side in the Fifa standings. In the first instalment of a nine-part series on African squads at the 2026 tournament in the United States, Mexico and Canada, RFI looks at a nation making its fourth appearance at the finals.

Latin Times

Visa Delays Force South Africa's World Cup Team to Arrive Late in Mexico

The 2026 World Cup kicks off June 11 with a match between hosts Mexico and South Africa. Bafana Bafana require authorization to enter the United States because their second group-stage match is against the Czech Republic in Atlanta.

Radio France Internationale

First contact: Curaçao’s rise to the global stage

Curaçao will make its World Cup debut at the 2026 tournament in the United States, Mexico and Canada. In the first instalment of a four-part series, RFI looks at the journey of the smallest nation to qualify for the competition in its 96-year history.

Latin Times

Mexico Says Interpol Has Not Issued Red Notice for Sinaloa Gov. Rubén Rocha Moya

The U.S. accuses Rocha Moya of receiving support from Los Chapitos to win the Sinaloa governorship and, once in office, allowed violence to continue unchecked while protecting cartel leaders and their drug trafficking operations.

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The Independent UK

World Cup 2026: Favourites, new rules and everything to look out for at this summer tournament

Everything you need to know ahead of this summer’s World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico

Sports Illustrated

Supercomputer Predicts Mexico’s World Cup Finish vs. Co-Hosts After Roster Reveal

Mexico, the USMNT and Canada are all hopeful of deep tournament runs on home soil this summer.

The Independent UK

South Africa squad finally set to fly to World Cup after ‘embarrassing’ visa delay

South Africa are due to play in the first match of the World Cup against co-hosts Mexico

The Independent UK

World Cup 2026 stadiums: All 16 venues at this summer’s tournament

Everything you need to know about all 16 stadiums being used across the United States, Canada and Mexico

Euronews

Planning to work remotely during the World Cup? These are the best host cities for digital nomads

From fast wifi and coworking spaces to affordable accommodation and cheap beer, new research reveals which 2026 World Cup host cities are best for fans balancing work and football.

Evening Standard

Mexico World Cup 2026 guide: Fixtures, prediction, key player and odds

El Tricolor will fancy their chances of making a ripple at home tournament

Sports Illustrated

Mexico 2026 World Cup Roster Confirmed: Full List of Players, Historic Inclusions

A historic summer could be on the cards for El Tri.

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