The story of Norway's Viking World Cup photoshoot

Renowned British photographer David Yarrow tells BBC Sport what inspired his viral Norway World Cup send-off photo.

New Jersey Transit Commuters Doubt It Can Handle the World Cup - Bloomberg.com

New Jersey Transit Commuters Doubt It Can Handle the World Cup  Bloomberg.com

How can I avoid the World Cup?

It’s the longest ever. What’s a non-football fan to do?

‘I don’t want to give my money to Fifa’: Toronto turns its back on the World Cup

For football fans in Canada, the initial prospect of the World Cup coming to town was thrilling – but hundreds of tickets remain unsold As far back as he can remember, football has long been a part of Lawrence Yee’s life. Growing up in a Canadian town where hockey was the dominant sport, he found community and passion in the game. The sport – and the full, at times devastating, spectrum of emotion that comes with fandom – has remained braided into adulthood. Nearly four years ago, when Fifa a...

By Leyland Cecco in Toronto

The World Cup vs. bugs, germs and heat: Here's the game plan

Despite a diminished federal presence, public health departments are preparing for common ailments that could afflict fans who gather for the event — and are keeping an eye on the Ebola outbreak, too.

By Pien Huang

Americans warned World Cup travel routes could carry crime and kidnapping risks

The U.S. State Department has updated its Mexico travel advisory ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup matches, citing concerns for Americans about crime and kidnapping.

FIFA cancels World Cup tickets for about 60 fans who got them for free

Mispriced tickets were sold through the official World Cup site ahead of next week's showpiece event for FIFA.

Germany news: National team won't win World Cup, fans think

According to a poll, most Germans do not believe that Julian Nagelsmann's team will become world champions. Meanwhile, the German foreign minister is visiting Mexico. Follow DW for more.

The price of passion: World Cup fans face soaring costs

Football: a force for social cohesion and unity among peoples. But to fully experience that passion and those emotions, World Cup fans making the trip should expect a hefty bill. Airfare prices are skyrocketing during the tournament. Stadium seats can cost up to 5,000 euros and getting there from your hotel will cost astronomical sums as well.

By FRANCE24

World Cup stars to earn clubs $5,000 each day from $355million Fifa fund

The World Cup will get underway next week, and clubs will also earn huge sums of money from the tournament

By Graham Dunbar

These Companies Will Be Protecting The World Cup From Hostile Drones - Forbes

These Companies Will Be Protecting The World Cup From Hostile Drones  Forbes

The $occer World Cup

Worchihan Zingkhai, Mo Faraj, and Vanessa Jimenez are soccer fans going to the FIFA World Cup. Courtesy of Worchihan Zingkhai, Mo Faraj, and Vanessa Jimenez The FIFA World Cup will take place in North America this year, and is shaping up to be the most expensive for fans to attend yet. Some fans say they are spending thousands of dollars to see the biggest event in sports. Business Insider spoke to 8 people about what they are spending and how they plan to make it work. Worchihan Zingkhai d...

The evolution of World Cup mascots 📸

Footix, we haven’t forgotten you! The World Cup is already arriving next Wednesday! It has the unique feature of being hosted across three countries: the United States, Canada and Mexico. Which the...

‘Mexico 86’ Review: Diego Luna Scores in a Lightweight Look Behind the Scenes of a World Cup Campaign

With the FIFA World Cup literally kicking off next week in the U.S., Canada and Mexico — an unprecedented triple-nation collaboration that makes the last of those countries the first in history to host the soccer tournament a third time — Netflix’s release of “Mexico 86” is opportunistically timed. Unfolding largely off the pitch, Gabriel […]

By Guy Lodge

Will fans have to pay for free FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets issued due to website glitch?

A ticketing error on FIFA’s website has left dozens of football fans unexpectedly receiving free tickets for the FIFA World Cup 2026. The issue occurred during the checkout process and resulted in some supporters being allocated tickets at no cost. FIFA has now confirmed the mistake and is asking the affected fans to complete payment if they want to keep their seats for the tournament.

By GLOBAL SPORTS DESK

Overtime Sets World Cup-Inspired Creator Competition for Fox One (Exclusive)

Jolie Sharpe will host the short-form 'Race to Glory' competition series featuring teams captained by Rakai and Tylil.

By Anthony Maglio

Promise of marriage to ‘Pak preacher’ videos: 5 chilling allegations in TCS Nashik case

The 23-year-old complainant alleged that the accused introduced her to Islamic teachings through religious videos and discourses.

Ireland v Netherlands: Can Carla Ward’s Girls in Green turn tables on visitors in vital World Cup qualifier?

By Ben Blake

Turkey’s new generation eyes World Cup impact after absence

Turkey return to the World Cup for the first time in 24 years buoyed up by gifted young players – including Real Madrid midfielder Arda Guler – and by memories of their run to the 2002 semi-finals, but doubts over consistency and big-match temperament persist.Coach Vincenzo Montella guided Turkey through qualification with a series of […]

Diallo gives Cote d'Ivoire shock win over France, just days before World Cup

Amad Diallo scored a late winner as Cote d'Ivoire stunned France 2-1 in a World Cup warm-up match in Nantes on Thursday.

By RFI

FIFA cancels mispriced free World Cup tickets after website error

The 48-team tournament runs from June 11 to July 19

By Reuters

The Viral World Cup Collections Taking Over Summer Style

We're only a few weeks away from the FIFA World Cup, and that means we have to get our outfits sorted ASAP. Not only do we want to rep our favorite teams and players for the games, but we've also...

By Sofía Viera

Six days to the FIFA World Cup: Six unforgettable memories for Africa at the Mundial

As the countdown continues, PREMIUM TIMES looks back at six unforgettable moments that helped shape Africa's World Cup story The post Six days to the FIFA World Cup: Six unforgettable memories for Africa at the Mundial appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

By Tunde Eludini

FIFA World Cup fever sweeps through Old Dhaka in colourful fan procession - The Daily Star

FIFA World Cup fever sweeps through Old Dhaka in colourful fan procession  The Daily Star

Gobind says MyGOV app to carry RTM’s Fifa World Cup 2026 broadcasts

KUALA LUMPUR, June 5 — Malaysians will be able to watch the Fifa World Cup 2026 through the government’s MyG...

By Malay Mail

FIFA bans vuvuzelas, other noisemakers from World Cup stadiums

Fans hoping to recreate the deafening soundtrack of the 2010 World Cup will have to leave their vuvuzelas at home. FIFA has officially banned the iconic plastic horns and a range...

5 Greatest Soccer Movies To Watch Before The World Cup

The World Cup is fast approaching, so now is a great time to revisit some of the very best movies with stories centered on the sport of soccer.

By Josh Bate

2026 World Cup: FIFA changes pre-match lineup format

FIFA announces a new pre-match ceremony format for the 2026 World Cup, involving all squad players. Discover the changes for the expanded tournament. Read More: https://punchng.com/2026-world-cup-fifa-changes-pre-match-lineup-format/

By Punch Newspapers

FIFA raises payments to clubs that send players to World Cup

Clubs whose players go to the World Cup or appeared in qualifying will receive increased compensation this summer, FIFA, the governing body of world football, announced on Friday. The post FIFA raises payments to clubs that send players to World Cup appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Henry Oduah

Adversity doesn’t defeat us: Our response to it does (World Cup’ 2026 on my mind)

We should not attend matches expecting to be entertained before we respond.

By Deborah Okailey Quarcoo

Charting the nations that waited longest to return to the World Cup - Yahoo! Sports UK

Charting the nations that waited longest to return to the World Cup  Yahoo! Sports UK

France Brush Off Surprise Ivory Coast Defeat, Labeling the Friendly Setback a Timely World Cup Reminder - Fanatik

France Brush Off Surprise Ivory Coast Defeat, Labeling the Friendly Setback a Timely World Cup Reminder  Fanatik