Fifa 'risking player safety' over heat at World Cup - scientists

A group of world-leading scientists warn Fifa its current heat safety measures for the men's 2026 World Cup are "inadequate" and could put players at risk of serious harm.

Shakira, Madonna and BTS to headline first World Cup final half-time show

Colombian singer last week teased new official tournament song Coldplay’s Chris Martin is curating entertainment at MetLife Stadium Shakira, Madonna and K-pop megastars BTS will headline a Super Bowl-style half-time show at the World Cup final on 19 July at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, Fifa said Thursday. Coldplay’s Chris Martin is curating the show, which is a first for a football World Cup final but has raised concerns about how long half-time will be. Continue reading...

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Madonna, Shakira, BTS to headline World Cup final half-time show

Coldplay's Chris Martin will curate the show during the July 19 final at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, FIFA says.

Shakira, Madonna and BTS co-headline first-ever World Cup Final halftime show

BTS, Madonna and Shakira will perform at the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final halftime show, curated by Coldplay's Chris Martin, the first ever for the tournament.

Health warning for England fans attending team’s World Cup opener in Texas

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FEATURE | Five outside shouts for a place in France&#8217;s World Cup squad

Didier Deschamps will announce his 26-man squad for this summer’s FIFA World Cup tonight. In what is his final tournament as manager of the national team, Deschamps will look to take France to a thi...

Madonna, Shakira and BTS to Co-Headline FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show

Madonna, Shakira and BTS are set to co-headline the first ever FIFA World Cup halftime show, the International Federation of Association Football revealed on Wednesday night. Coldplay’s Chris Martin and Elmo announced the news in a teaser trailer for the World Cup halftime show posted at 9 p.m. Together with Ms. Piggy, Kermit and several […]

By Jack Dunn

FIFA Taps Madonna, Shakira and BTS for Halftime Show Performance

The three acts will perform during halftime at the FIFA World Cup Final in July at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.

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World Cup transit fares slashed after backlash

Public transportation fares between New York City and the stadiums for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have been sharply reduced, after criticism mounted over what many called price gouging. According to reports from The New York Times on Wednesday, the 2026 FIFA World Cup New York/New Jersey Host Committee cut the round-trip shuttle bus fare between New Jersey's MetLife Stadium and New York City from the originally planned $80 to $20 — a 75 percent reduction. The number of available seats will also inc

By The Korea Herald

BTS, Madonna & Shakira To Perform During FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show

The stage is set for the FIFA World Cup final halftime show, with BTS, Madonna, and Shakira signed up to perform at New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium. FIFA announced the lineup in an Instagram post, as preparations gather pace for one of the world’s biggest sporting spectacles, which kicks off on June 11 in Mexico City. […]

By Jake Kanter

Shakira, Madonna, and BTS to Headline World Cup Final Halftime Show

This year's match will take place at New Jersey's MetLife Stadium on July 19

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25% of World Cup games likely to be in over 26°C - study

A study by World Weather Attribution has found that 25% of the matches at the World Cup are likely to be played in conditions exceeding 26°C.

Iran hold World Cup departure rally despite continuing concerns

The World Cup final is getting a Super Bowl-style half-time show and here’s who’s performing

Chris Martin is curating the show, which is a first for a football World Cup final.

Madonna, Shakira & BTS to Headline 2026 World Cup Final Halftime Show

The Sunday, July 19, match at MetLife Stadium will mark the first time the FIFA World Cup final has ever featured a halftime show.

By Katie Atkinson

The Highly Rated LG Evo C5 4K OLED TVs Have Dropped to a New Monthly Low Price on Amazon

The best TV for both gaming and watching the World Cup.

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US lists travel, visa requirements for World Cup fans

Attending the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the US? Check the latest travel and visa requirements for fans to ensure you can join the global spectacle. Read More: https://punchng.com/us-lists-travel-visa-requirements-for-world-cup-fans/

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US drops $15,000 visa deposit for foreign fans with World Cup tickets

The Trump administration will exempt football fans from 50 countries subject to a $15,000 (£11,000) visa deposit requirement, provided they are travelling to the US for the World Cup with valid match tickets.

By Abubakar Ibrahim

From Daytona to the World Cup: Ivory Coast hopeful Yan Diomande's rapid rise has Europe's powerhouses circling - Yahoo Sports Canada

From Daytona to the World Cup: Ivory Coast hopeful Yan Diomande's rapid rise has Europe's powerhouses circling  Yahoo Sports Canada