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FIFA Takes Over Azteca Stadium Amid 2026 World Cup Preparations

FIFA has officially taken over Mexico's iconic Azteca Stadium, renaming it 'Mexico City Stadium,' as part of the ongoing preparations for the 2026 World Cup. This development comes alongside various updates regarding player readiness and venue preparations for upcoming tournaments.

14 May, 16:49 — 16 May, 03:12
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BBCHigh18h ago

Isidor and Bellegarde in Haiti World Cup squad

Scotland's World Cup Group C opponents Haiti name their 26-man squad.

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Al JazeeraMostly Factual16h ago

What are World Cup 2026 national team base camps and their locations?

Training and accommodation locations for Argentina, Portugal, Spain, Brazil, England, Iran and other World Cup teams.

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The IndependentMostly Factual22h ago

Man United star Matthijs de Ligt to miss World Cup after undergoing back surgery

De Ligt has not played for Manchester United since November and has now had back surgery

By Simon Peach

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YahooMostly Factual12h ago

US team 'devastated' by lack of home support, says World Cup doc maker

For most national soccer teams, playing a tournament on home turf is a huge advantage."And in order to cheer for this team, I think you have to know and care about them before the tournament kicks off." amz/rcw

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straits-timesMostly Factual10h ago

England’s Declan Rice braces for ‘hate and love’ at World Cup - The Straits Times

England’s Declan Rice braces for ‘hate and love’ at World Cup  The Straits Times

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el-universal-englishMostly Factual14h ago

FIFA takes over Azteca Stadium, now ‘Mexico City Stadium,’ for World Cup - Mexico News Daily

FIFA takes over Azteca Stadium, now ‘Mexico City Stadium,’ for World Cup  Mexico News Daily

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Mexico NewsMixed14h ago

FIFA takes over Azteca Stadium, now ‘Mexico City Stadium,’ for World Cup

The takeover is standard World Cup procedure, but a dispute between lifetime Azteca Stadium box owners and FIFA over rules is putting a wrench in the works with the first game less than a month away. The post FIFA takes over Azteca Stadium, now ‘Mexico City Stadium,’ for World Cup appeared first on Mexico News Daily

By MND Staff

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punch-ngMostly Factual21h ago

De Ligt to miss World Cup after back surgery

Manchester United confirms the Matthijs de Ligt injury required back surgery. The defender will miss the Netherlands’ World Cup campaign. Read More: https://punchng.com/de-ligt-to-miss-world-cup-after-back-surgery/

By Punch Newspapers

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myjoyonlineMixed1d ago

African fans face World Cup issues despite visa bond U-turn

Fans from five African nations heading to the United States for the 2026 Fifa World Cup just got a potential $15,000 (£11,100) reprieve - provided they already have a match ticket for the finals.

By Abubakar Ibrahim

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citizen-tzMixed22h ago

Tanzania courts Russian investors for opportunities linked to Afcon 2027 - thecitizen.co.tz

Tanzania courts Russian investors for opportunities linked to Afcon 2027  thecitizen.co.tz

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abidjan-netMixed16h ago

Is Mason Greenwood included in England's 2026 FIFA World Cup squad? Truth behind viral rumours and his possible Three Lions return - PopRant

Is Mason Greenwood included in England's 2026 FIFA World Cup squad? Truth behind viral rumours and his possible Three Lions return  PopRant

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actualite-cdMixed20h ago

Expert opinion: The ideal DR Congo squad for the 2026 World Cup according to Eric Tshibasu - Foot-Africa.com

Expert opinion: The ideal DR Congo squad for the 2026 World Cup according to Eric Tshibasu  Foot-Africa.com

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Coverage Timeline

First report: dhaka-tribune · 14 May, 06:48Full coverage: 22 · 1d 20hWindow: 1d 20h
dhaka-tribune14 May, 06:48First to report

US relaxes visa bonds for World Cup fans - Dhaka Tribune

gulf-news14 May, 07:35

Trump administration exempts World Cup fans from $15,000 US visa bond - Gulf News

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myjoyonline14 May, 16:49

African fans face World Cup issues despite visa bond U-turn

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kuwait-times15 May, 07:26

Football: 2026 World Cup stadium guide - Kuwait Times

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The Independent15 May, 15:11

Man United star Matthijs de Ligt to miss World Cup after undergoing back surgery

citizen-tz15 May, 15:12

Tanzania courts Russian investors for opportunities linked to Afcon 2027 - thecitizen.co.tz

berlingske15 May, 15:57

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punch-ng15 May, 15:59

De Ligt to miss World Cup after back surgery

seneweb15 May, 16:41

2026 World Cup: Japan's roster without Minamino and Kaoru Mitoma - Seneweb

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actualite-cd15 May, 17:45

Expert opinion: The ideal DR Congo squad for the 2026 World Cup according to Eric Tshibasu - Foot-Africa.com

AP15 May, 18:37

FIFA finally seals World Cup broadcast deal in China at just $60M - AP News

BBC15 May, 19:18

Isidor and Bellegarde in Haiti World Cup squad

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jamaica-gleaner15 May, 21:03

Deschamps unveils France’s star-studded World Cup squad - Jamaica Gleaner

Al Jazeera15 May, 21:07

What are World Cup 2026 national team base camps and their locations?

abidjan-net15 May, 21:17

Is Mason Greenwood included in England's 2026 FIFA World Cup squad? Truth behind viral rumours and his possible Three Lions return - PopRant

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el-universal-english15 May, 23:28

FIFA takes over Azteca Stadium, now ‘Mexico City Stadium,’ for World Cup - Mexico News Daily

Mexico News15 May, 23:28

FIFA takes over Azteca Stadium, now ‘Mexico City Stadium,’ for World Cup

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faz16 May, 00:40

Deutschland erwähnt: Shakira stellt offiziellen WM-Song „Dai Dai“ vor

tunisia-live16 May, 00:42

Tunisia Name Ellyes Skhiri as Captain for World Cup, Rani Khedira Included - Tapmad

channel-news-asia16 May, 01:14

Ochoa relishing final Mexico chapter as sixth World Cup beckons

Yahoo16 May, 01:52

US team 'devastated' by lack of home support, says World Cup doc maker

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straits-times16 May, 03:12Latest update

England’s Declan Rice braces for ‘hate and love’ at World Cup - The Straits Times