Mexico to host Iran's World Cup team after US refusal, president says - Reuters

Mexico to host Iran's World Cup team after US refusal, president says  Reuters

Injured Davies set to miss Canada World Cup opener

Injured Alphonso Davies is set to miss co-hosts Canada's World Cup opener, but head coach Jesse Marsch expects the full-back to feature at some point in the tournament.

Injured Riley McGree out of World Cup as Tony Popovic springs late Socceroos surprise

Key attacker picked up injury in Championship playoff final Striker Mitch Duke cut from training camp squad; Tete Yengi brought in The Socceroos have been rocked by a hamstring injury to key midfielder Riley McGree on the eve of the World Cup, as coach Tony Popovic delivered a late selection shock less than a week out from naming his final squad. Striker Mitch Duke, who scored against Tunisia in Qatar four years ago, has been jettisoned in Popovic’s penultimate cuts, which have handed an 11...

By Jack Snape

Ahead of the World Cup, pressure to win and grow American soccer is on Tim Ream's mind

Hoping to make the roster for the U.S. Men's National team going to the World Cup, Tim Ream knows there's a lot riding on the tournament, from playing well to growing a new generation of fans at home.

By Jeffrey Pierre

Iran soccer team yet to secure visas for World Cup - CNN

Iran soccer team yet to secure visas for World Cup  CNN

Iran's national soccer team to commute to U.S.-hosted World Cup games from Mexico

Iran's national soccer team will sleep in Mexico and travel to the U.S. on the days of its three World Cup matches after Washington declined to host the squad for the tournament, Mexican President ‌Claudia Sheinbaum said on Monday.

Messi the latest high-profile World Cup injury, as concerns mount weeks before big kickoff - The Globe and Mail

Messi the latest high-profile World Cup injury, as concerns mount weeks before big kickoff  The Globe and Mail

Breaking: Socceroos dealt World Cup injury blow with star midfielder ruled out

The Socceroos have been dealt a massive injury blow ahead of next month's FIFA World Cup, with midfielder Riley McGree ruled out of the tournament.

Iran national football team to stay in Mexico during 2026 World Cup

Iran's national football team will base itself in Mexico during the 2026 FIFA World Cup and travel into the United States only on matchdays, after Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said Washington did not want the team staying in the country throughout the tournament.

By FRANCE24

Mexico’s president says country has ‘no issue’ hosting Iran’s World Cup team amid US tensions

The team is still scheduled to play its matches in the U.S., but its new base has been relocated to Tijuana, Mexico

By Via AP news wire

Sheinbaum confirms Mexico to host Iranian team during World Cup

President Claudia Sheinbaum confirmed that the Iranian national soccer team will stay in Mexico and travel to the United States during the World Cup.

Why Argentina’s World Cup squad announcement is delayed: Six lists and an online group chat

Canada extend manager Marsch's contract through 2030 World Cup - The Straits Times

Canada extend manager Marsch's contract through 2030 World Cup  The Straits Times

The 25 Best Drama Schools in the World, 2026

A diploma from one of these ace institutions can launch an acting career. Just ask alums like Meryl Streep, Adam Driver and Cynthia Erivo.

By Caitlin Huston

Spain leaves out Real Madrid players as Barcelona dominates World Cup squad

It is the first time that Spain will go to a World ‌Cup without ‌a Real Madrid player in its squad, a striking absence for the 15-time ​Champions League winner.

Healthy at last, oft-injured midfielder eyes quarterfinal berth at World Cup

South Korean international Hwang In-beom has spent most of the past half year rehabbing assorted injuries. The midfielder for Feyenoord in the top Dutch league hurt his calf in September, his thigh in November and then his ankle in March. The last of those ailments knocked Hwang out for the rest of his club season, a cause for concern for the national team that has been relying heavily on the 29-year-old midfielder. In a bid to get him back to health for the FIFA World Cup that kicks off June 11

By The Korea Herald

Brazil hope Ancelotti is the man to deliver their sixth World Cup - The Daily Star

Brazil hope Ancelotti is the man to deliver their sixth World Cup  The Daily Star

Mexico and US hotels sound alarm over weak World Cup bookings

What if expectations of a World Cup windfall are exaggerated? Forecasts vary, but Mexico's hotel owners are now expecting 65% occupancy, rather than 80%. The post Mexico and US hotels sound alarm over weak World Cup bookings appeared first on Mexico News Daily

By MND Staff

Mexico to host Iran for FIFA World Cup 2026

World football governing body FIFA has confirmed that Iran has selected the Mexican city of Tijuana as their tournament base this summer's World Cup.

By Muftawu Nabila Abdulai

2026 World Cup: Eight Lions begin preparations in Diamniadio - Seneweb

2026 World Cup: Eight Lions begin preparations in Diamniadio  Seneweb