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UNBELIEVABLE: 26 - The Untold Story

26 reasons why World Cup 2026 will be historic

Six-foot eagles, warmongering Peace Prize winners and Lady Gaga on pens? It could be quite the summer…

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South Africa World Cup 2026 Predictions: Picks and Betting Odds

South Africa return to the World Cup for the first time since 2010 as 100000-to-1 outsiders. Here's where the value lies beyond the win market.

Sports Lens

Mexico City metro station’s World Cup makeover divides locals as it’s branded ‘failed aesthetic’

The criticisms come in the midst of wider social unrest in Mexico City

The Independent UK

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Mexico hoping football emerges from the chaos surrounding World Cup

It may just be time to forget the sullied buildup and enjoy the tournament although the co-hosts are not optimistic

The Guardian - UK

Hong Kong customs seize $20 million in fake goods just hours before World Cup

The World Cup is due to get underway in Mexico City on Thursday

The Independent UK

Stickers, shirts and beer: 2026 World Cup could earn Portugal up to €945 million

Despite not hosting a single match, Portugal could see nearly €1 billion in economic benefits from a World Cup increasingly driven by digital engagement and consumer spending, according to a new study.

Euronews

Football and politics collide as World Cup kicks off in shadow of war, travel bans

The 2026 World Cup kicks off on Thursday with a record 48 teams vying for the most coveted prize in football and a slew of controversies over ticket prices, geopolitical tensions and visa restrictions imposed by the Trump administration casting a pall over the beautiful game’s quadrennial extravaganza.

France 24

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Lightning stops play: how electrical storms could disrupt the World Cup

Under US rules, even a distant strike can suspend a game – and some will take place in Florida, the thunderstorm state

The Guardian - UK

Referees, athletes, fans: how the US border crackdowns are tarnishing the World Cup

This was supposed to be the most spectacular FIFA men’s World Cup in history. There are more national teams (48), more host countries (three) and more matches (104) than ever before.

The Conversation

I built a maths model to simulate the World Cup a million times. Find out your team’s chances

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is one of the most watched events of the international sports calendar, and fans from across the globe will be trying to predict how far their team will go.

The Conversation

Three Takeaways From Canada’s Final World Cup Preparations

Canada has injuries, but the group’s immense depth has them dreaming of a historic day in Toronto on Friday.

Sports Illustrated

‘I wished for that’: Tuchel insists England are ready for World Cup after warm-up stroll

Thomas Tuchel said England are ready for the World Cup after they cruised to an impressive 3-0 victory over Costa Rica in Orlando

The Guardian - UK

SPO:Rusty Ronaldo misses mark in Portugal World Cup warm-up

Portugal enter the World Cup after a 2-1 warm-up win over Nigeria, and England scored a morale-boosting 3-0 victory over Costa Rica in Florida.

AAP

Rusty Ronaldo misses mark in Portugal World Cup warm-up

Portugal enter the World Cup after a 2-1 warm-up win over Nigeria, and England scored a morale-boosting 3-0 victory over Costa Rica in Florida.

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Still thinking about World Cup tickets? Here's where prices, availability stand

The World Cup starts Thursday, and FIFA is charging record prices at the 11 stadiums in the United States, three in Mexico and two in Canada

The Independent UK

Can you still get World Cup tickets? Here’s where prices and availability stand

The World Cup starts Thursday, and FIFA is charging record prices at the 11 stadiums in the United States, three in Mexico and two in Canada

Euronews

World Cup: Has Trump already ruined the vibes? MEPs debate in The Ring

The World Cup is on, the single biggest sport event of the year, followed by millions of people around the world. So far, the vibes are strangely subdued. Ticket sales and hotel bookings are below expectations and immigration issues are making headlines - especially in the US.

France 24

Infantino defends World Cup ticket prices, dismisses referee US entry dispute

FIFA President Gianni Infantino defended World Cup ticket prices on Wednesday, saying critics should blame the wider North American market if FIFA was overcharging. Speaking before the tournament opener, he said FIFA lacked authority to influence US visa decisions but highlighted efforts to secure entry for Iran's national team.

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SPO:Infantino defends World Cup visa issues, ticket prices

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has defended soccer's governing body's handling of visa issues and ticket prices ahead of the World Cup.

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Infantino defends World Cup visa issues, ticket prices

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has defended soccer's governing body's handling of visa issues and ticket prices ahead of the World Cup.

The National (Scotland)

Infantino is losing control of World Cup of chaos as his American dream turns sour

The Guardian - UK

Gianni Infantino tells football fans to ‘chill’ in response to Fifa’s critics

The Fifa president has defended the organisation’s handling of the World Cup, saying: ‘Screaming and shouting does not find a solution’

The Independent UK

World Cup 2026: All the best food and drink deals from McDonald’s to Starbucks

Several chains and restaurants will begin offering deals June 11

Sports Illustrated

Ranking the 16 FIFA World Cup Stadiums

Each 2026 FIFA World Cup host stadium offers a unique experience.

Sports Illustrated

The 10 Best Forwards at the 2026 World Cup—Ranked

Attackers from Bayern Munich, Manchester City and Real Madrid will light up the World Cup.

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