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Public health leaders say they are ready for World Cup's global health risk
Officials say they have been planning since last year to keep people safe during and after World Cup events.
Kansas City sports leaders highlight literacy ahead of World Cup
Rhea LeGrande, Lead to Read executive director, said the connection between sports and education is clear.
How the World Cup could boost the growing sports economy
The FIFA World Cup 2026 could create more than $40 billion in global GDP, part of a wider sports economy that is set to reach $8.8 trillion by 2050.
Fox Sports reveals full lineup of 2026 World Cup match broadcasters
Fox Sports has announced its full lineup of match commentators, reporters and rules analysts for the 2026 World Cup.
Fox Sports unveils its World Cup commentating team as Landon Donovan returns to network
The American broadcaster is set to air a record 70 World Cup games, doubling the 35 aired during the previous iteration in Qatar.
A friend of the U.S. navigates the collision of sports and politics leading up to the World Cup
Anter Isaac, the head of Australia's soccer governing body, offered a wide-ranging perspective to The Inquirer ahead of FIFA's Congress gathering in Vancouver — the first in North America in a decade.
🇺🇸 Y! Sports AM: World Cup roster projections
The USMNT's World Cup roster reveal is fast approaching. Who's in? Who's out? Who's on the bubble?
Before World Cup, FIFA slammed for politicising sport with Trump prize
Football officials and players question FIFA’s decision to award its inaugural Peace Prize to US President Donald Trump.
Philly’s Liberty Museum shows what the World Cup and the First Amendment have in common
“In the Arena” demonstrates how sports exemplify the U.S. Constitution’s Freedom of Assembly.
Businesses prepare as World Cup crowds expected to flood North Texas
North Texas businesses prepare for 4 million World Cup visitors, expanding inventory and planning for demand ahead of matches in Dallas.
Editorial | Sports ticket pricing is absurd
The upcoming FIFA World Cup and 2028 Summer Olympics have shown that it may be more worth it to simply plop down on your couch to watch the games.
Dynamic pricing adding to ‘dystopian’ 2026 World Cup, ex-Liverpool CEO says
Peter Moore accuses FIFA of undermining the spirit of the World Cup through extortionate ticket prices and greed.
Kansas City has paired 18 vacant storefronts with local businesses for the World Cup so far
A special program is bringing empty Kansas City storefronts back to life by placing entrepreneurs in prime downtown spaces to show off for an influx of international visitors. City leaders hope the program leads to long-term opportunities for small businesses and building owners.
Xavi Simons injury: Tottenham playmaker to miss rest of season and World Cup with Netherlands after being stretchered off at Wolves
🚨 Official: another star pulls out of the World Cup!
Another withdrawal for the World Cup!After Hugo Ekitiké, Serge Gnabry and Rodrygo, another star has officially withdrawn from the 2026 World Cup!Injured this Saturday on the Wolverhampton pitch with ...
India beat Ukraine in Uber Cup, SC Delhi vs Mohammedan SC in ISL, Jr. Shooting World Cup continues: Indian Sports LIVE, April 26
Here are all the updates from Indian sports on April 26, 2026.
Letters to Sports: Lakers looking Smart while Luke is no fluke
Readers of the Los Angeles Times give their thoughts on the Lakers' playoff run, the Dodgers, the Kings, Olympic and World Cup tickets, and more.
New Zealand great Bates to retire from internationals
New Zealand all-rounder Suzie Bates will retire from international cricket after this year's Women's T20 World Cup, ending an illustrious 20-year career.
A Second Chance at the World Cup? Italy Fans Say, ‘No, Thanks’
A Trump official proposed that the Italian team take Iran’s spot at the World Cup this summer. The supporters didn’t appreciate the pity invite.
Italy replacing Iran at World Cup 'not appropriate' - sports minister
Italy's sports minister said on Thursday it is "not appropriate" for the country to replace Iran at the World Cup, saying: "Qualification is done on the pitch."
Italy underwhelmed by Trump envoy's suggestion it should replace Iran at World Cup
President Donald Trump’s U.S. special envoy Paolo Zampolli told the Financial Times that he made the suggestion to the U.S. president and FIFA President Gianni Infantino.
Iran plan 'proud participation' at World Cup - sports minister
An Iranian government spokesperson says the men's national team is preparing for "proud and successful participation" in its World Cup games in the United States.
No Fifa plans for Iran-Italy swap at World Cup
Fifa stands by comments made last week by president Gianni Infantino in which he said that "the Iranian team is coming, for sure".
World Cup last-minute ticket sales phase re-opens 50 days from kick-off
With 50 days remaining until the start of the 2026 World Cup, FIFA's last-minute sales phase re-opens on Wednesday with tickets for all 104 matches available on a first-come, first-served basis.
FSU expert explains how FIFA World Cup will be another turning point for sports economics
The upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup represents another significant evolution in how global sporting events are monetized, shifting away from traditional
FSU expert explains how FIFA World Cup will be another turning point for sports economics
The upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup represents another significant evolution in how global sporting events are monetized, shifting away from traditional
World Cup 2026: Pick your favourite kits from the tournament
BBC Sport has highlighted some of the most interesting kits which will be seen at this summer's World Cup. Pick your favourites.
Shooting Jr. World Cup continues; Asian Beach Games begin: Indian Sports LIVE, April 22
Here are all the updates from Indian sports on April 22, 2026.
Atlanta City Council approves entertainment district for World Cup fans
Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup matches this summer, the Atlanta City Council has approved designating parts of downtown as a temporary “Public Entertainment District” for fans.
The 2026 World Cup could supercharge soccer in the U.S. — or slow its rise
How to get last-minute tickets to FIFA Men’s World Cup
Grab your laptop, coffee and get ready to be patient. That is, if you want to try and secure some men's World Cup tickets Wednesday morning.
Iran’s World Cup participation depends on team’s safety in the US: Minister
Iran's team is preparing for the FIFA World Cup but may not travel to the tournament, Sport Minister Donyamali says.
Entertainment district approved for downtown Atlanta
The Atlanta City Council passed an ordinance creating a public World Cup Entertainment District downtown, but officials excluded a provision that would have allowed fans to have open containers.
Which Premier League players are out of contract this summer?
With a World Cup summer fast approaching, BBC Sport looks at which Premier League stars may be looking for new clubs.
Hisense Ignites the Countdown to the FIFA World Cup 2026™, Showcasing Next-Generation Home Entertainment and Smart Living
/PRNewswire/ -- Hisense, a leading brand in global consumer electronics and home appliances, today marks the 50-day countdown to the FIFA World Cup 2026™ with...
Atlanta passed open container law for FIFA World Cup
Atlanta leaders are creating a "Public Entertainment District" downtown to prepare for the FIFA World Cup 26.
With World Cup looming, Alexi Lalas look-alikes run 2026 Boston Marathon
Five Alexi Lalas lookalikes were spotted at the 2026 Boston Marathon on Monday.
$1 Billion Attack? France Boasts Scoring Depth Other World Cup Teams Only Dream Of
France will have rich depth in attack at the World Cup.
How the World Cup got so complicated
What was pitched as a global celebration is becoming a stress test for cities across North America.
Analysis: Watkins stars to boost World Cup chances
Tammy Abraham's strike was just his third goal for Aston Villa since he rejoined the club from Besiktas in January. Villa need just six more points to ensure Champions League qualification, with Premier League games against Fulham, Tottenham, Burnley, Liverpool and Manchester City still to come. Abraham may have got the winner but the striker he replaced, Ollie Watkins, was Villa's star with two goals and an assist.
50 years before FIFA Men's World Cup games in Seattle, Pelé delivered a dream
International soccer hits Seattle this summer. Not for the first time. Fifty years ago last week, Pelé opened the Kingdome — and put Seattle soccer on the map.
Women’s World Cup Qualifiers Preview: Austria vs. Germany
Germany hope to maintain their perfect record in the 2027 Women’s World Cup qualifiers when they face Austria at BWT X Upper Austrian Arena on Saturday. Christian Wück’s side were victorious in t...
New movies to watch this weekend: See 'Lee Cronin's The Mummy' in theaters, rent 'Alpha,' stream 'Dust Bunny' on HBO Max
New movies to check out this weekend — like Bob Odenkirk's action flick "Normal" and a World Cup caper starring Mark Wahlberg.
What is tailgating, and has FIFA banned it at World Cup stadiums in the US?
Football fans in the US have criticised FIFA and local organisers over a move to ban tailgating at World Cup matches.
World Cup excitement boosts local collectibles business
Excitement is growing as the World Cup comes closer to the Commonwealth and local businesses are already seeing a boost.
‘Iran has to come’ to the US for the World Cup, FIFA’s Infantino says
FIFA chief reasserts his views on Iran's participation, saying 'the players want to play' in the tournament.
LA hotel leaders warn Mayor Bass' $30 wage mandate is killing business ahead of World Cup, Olympics
Los Angeles hotels are "sounding alarm bells" over a $30-per-hour minimum wage law, according to an AHLA report citing reduced hiring and canceled investments.
US Soccer Federation Sporting Director Matt Crocker resigns
A leadership shake up just months before the World Cup
Valvoline reveals its FIFA World Cup marketing playbook
Valvoline, an official FIFA World Cup 26 "supporter," is preparing to launch its largest-ever marketing push.
The World Cup isn’t where Matt Crocker’s sudden exit will impact U.S. Soccer most
The federation sporting director's sudden defection to Saudi Arabia comes with bad optics on the cusp of a home World Cup
Lawmakers in NY propose loosening alcohol consumption laws during World Cup
Some lawmakers in New York are pushing to open "entertainment zones" during games, which would loosen the alcohol consumption laws.
NY businesses want ‘entertainment zones' during World Cup
New York businesses are asking for “entertainment zones” this summer for the World Cup mania. NBC New York’s Gus Rosendale reports.
Train tickets to 2026 World Cup matches at MetLife Stadium could reportedly cost over $100
U.S. Soccer sporting director Matt Crocker quits to take role in Saudi Arabia
Matt Crocker quit as sporting director of the U.S. Soccer Federation on Tuesday, just two months ahead of the World Cup, to take a new job in Saudi Arabia.
Ecuador and Saudi Arabia Will Face Off at Sports Illustrated Stadium in May During Final Preparations for the World Cup
MIAMI, FL (April 10, 2026) - Utilizing the last FIFA match window prior to the World Cup, Ecuador and Saudi Arabia will face off at Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, NJ on May 30th at 7:30 pm (ET). Both teams are laser focused on getting out of the Group Stage
A sports blitz starts tonight, plus a WNBA Draft surprise
Good morning! I hope your TV is in working order. Coming up: 📆 A busy stretch begins 1️⃣ Dallas’ surprise at No. 1 🏆 Rory’s family win Up First: The NBA leads off a brilliant spring One of the busiest stretches of important pro sporting events begins tonight, and I mean that in quite a positive way. The NBA playoffs tip off in a few hours, with two Play-In games. This weekend, the NHL playoffs will join. Both sports will crown winners by the third week of June … which is when the World Cup will
Analysis: Rogers still has more to prove
Morgan Rogers is attracting a lot of attention and the growing expectation is he will leave Aston Villa in the summer. Villa will likely need to sell a star player, regardless of whether they qualify for the Champions League, and Rogers is their best asset - especially with Boubacar Kamara out injured. An impressive World Cup would also strengthen Villa's hand but the England forward needs to show more of a clinical nature throughout the pitch.
Lionel Messi, Argentina to Play Pre-World Cup Friendlies at Texas A&M and Auburn
Argentina will play its final tune-ups for the World Cup at the college football stadiums of Texas A&M and Auburn.
Fox Sports adds Mexico star Javier 'Chicharito' Hernandez to World Cup coverage
Fox Sports has announced that Mexico's all-time leading scorer Javier “Chicharito" Hernandez will join the network's 2026 World Cup coverage.
Chicharito joins Henry, Ibrahimovic as Fox Sports 2026 World Cup analyst
Mexico's all-time leading scorer adds to a star-laden panel of TV analysts for this summer's World Cup
Arlington Supports Businesses Ahead of World Cup 2026™
In the latest episode of “Arlington Welcomes the World,” City experts shared key guidance on permits, planning and business readiness ahead of the tournament.
This week in Santa Cruz County business: County reaches settlement with Walgreens; businesses invited to partake in World Cup promotions
Jessica M. Pasko's weekly column returns with news of Santa Cruz County getting more than half a million from pharmacy giant Walgreens and local businesses' chance to get in on World Cup fever, plus names, numbers and dates to know.
Shawnee, KCK chambers host World Cup marketing workshop for local businesses
Business owners are learning strategies to reach diverse audiences ahead of a major sporting event.
Academy Sports' Matt McCabe Talks Evolving Shoe Sales, Brand Options
The evolution of Academy Sports' footwear offerings is helping it ramp up its soccer cleat presentation in the wake of World Cup fever and beyond.
Scotland treating qualifiers like play-offs, says Clark
Scotland are treating their Women's World Cup qualifying double-headers like play-offs, says defender Jenna Clark. After each side won their opening two qualifiers, Scotland and Belgium meet on 14 and 18 April in Group B4. In June, Scotland play Israel home and away while Belgium meet Luxembourg twice.
Iran’s World Cup participation depends on relocation from US, minister says
Iran awaits FIFA's response after requesting relocation of its games to Mexico amid the US-Israeli war.
As World Cup kick-off nears, a reminder of the power of sport to build bridges and break barriers
The 2026 World Cup final will take place at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, a few miles away from UN Headquarters where, on Wednesday, elite athletes and sports administrators spoke about the power of football and other international sports to change the world for the better.
Union Station will host a World Cup marketplace for Kansas City's small businesses
Businesses and brand sponsors can apply now to take part in the activation, a short walk from where the FIFA Fan Festival is planned. “The marketplace will transform Union Station into a high-energy retail and cultural destination," organizers said.
A brief history of international sports’ biggest underperformers
In the wake of Italy's failure to make a third soccer World Cup, our writers detail the biggest international underperformers in sports
Sports quiz of the week: World Cup, Masters and County Championship
Have you been following the big stories in football, cricket, rugby league, boxing, golf, F1, athletics, rowing and chess?
World Cup 2026 stadium guides: Welcome to Miami Stadium, the greatest multi-sport venue in the United States… if not the world
It opened in 1987, making it one of the older stadiums to feature at the 2026 World Cup
Italian football chief resigns after World Cup debacle provoked political outcry
Members of Giorgia Meloni’s coalition urged Gabriele Gravina to step down after Italy lost to Bosnia and Herzegovina earlier this week.
College basketball All-Americans unveiled; Bill Self returning to Kansas; World Cup schedule, predictions
Plus significant movement in this week's NHL Power Rankings
Scaloni laments Italy’s 2026 World Cup miss: “It hurts Argentina—our brother nation won’t be there”
Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni has said the absence of Italy from the 2026 World Cup makes him sad.Italy missed out on qualification to this summer's tournament after losing to Bosnia and Herzegovin...
Tampa Bay Sports Commission pitches bid to FIFA to use city as home base for World Cup team
The Tampa Bay Sports Commission is aiming to bring a team to Tampa to use the Rowdies' facility as their home base.
2026 World Cup Group Stage Odds: Spain, Argentina Heavily Favored
The 2026 World Cup groups are set. See the odds for which countries are favored to win their respective groups.
From The Sports Desk: World Cup qualifying drama
Turkey, Iraq and the Democratic Republic of Congo are in. Italy is out for the third consecutive tournament.
Once World Cup outsiders, soccer-scarce nations are crashing the party
A 52-year World Cup drought is over for the Democratic Republic of Congo, which joined Iraq, Turkey and Czechia as unlikely qualifiers.
‘The World Cup curse’: Outcry as Italy miss out for third time in a row
Italy's sport minister says football federation boss should step down after national team loses playoff to Bosnia.
Italian soccer is in a nightmare that it can’t wake up from after 3rd consecutive World Cup failure
After letting the final Bosnian penalty slip under his reach on Tuesday, Italy’s goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma remained on his knees, lifting his hands to his head in utter disbelief.
The Most Baffling Streak in Sports Continues: Italy Will Miss the World Cup Again
The Azzurri, who lost to Bosnia and Herzegovina in a do-or-die playoff on Tuesday, last qualified in 2014. But the wait will go on for at least four more years.
Italy’s World Cup fiasco sparks political fury
Fallout from Bosnia defeat was the first thing on the parliamentary agenda Wednesday morning.
FIFA World Cup 2026: Trump's politics put off German fans
Many German fans are torn on whether to travel to the US for this summer's major football tournament.
World Cup qualifying marathon ends with Iraq securing the 48th and final spot
Iraq edged Bolivia 2-1 in an intercontinental playoff at Monterrey in northern Mexico on Tuesday to secure the 48th spot.
📸 Italy, historic humiliation! 📰 Front pages 🫣 Abroad: Disaster
Italy lose on penalties in Bosnia and fail to book their place at the World Cup in the United States. What had seemed impossible has become reality.Watch the entire Serie BKT live on OneFootball for j...
Iraq defeat Bolivia 2-1 to qualify for FIFA World Cup 2026
Goals from Ali Al-Hamadi and Aymen Hussein send Iraq to their first FIFA World Cup since 1986.
World Cup qualifying: Italy disaster, Turkiye get USMNT, Jamaica out, Iraq back for first time in 40 years
Here are the 48 teams that will play in the 2026 FIFA World Cup
The Field is Set! Complete List of All 48 World Cup Teams
Get to know all the teams that have qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
World Cup Playoffs Scores, Live Updates: Congo DR Qualifies; Bolivia-Iraq Up Next
Following along for the top moments and highlights of the World Cup intercontinental playoffs.
Italy stunned out of World Cup as Türkiye joins USMNT group; Sweden, Czechia, DR Congo qualify
USMNT vs. Portugal live updates: Score, highlights and key moments from World Cup tune-up
Italy misses third straight World Cup as Türkiye joins USMNT group; DR Congo vs. Jamaica live updates
A Brief History of Italy's Ongoing World Cup Curse
Italy has failed to qualify for the FIFA World Cup for the third consecutive time.
World Cup qualifying: Italy fail to qualify for third straight time; Turkiye to face USMNT
The four remaining spots for Europe have been sealed, and as a result, the USMNT will face Turkiye in the World Cup this summer
Tom Brady, famed health nut, explains his junk food endorsements in retirement: 'Moderation in all things'
Tom Brady has struck a new partnership with chocolate maker Ferrero pegged to the 2026 World Cup.
UEFA World Cup Playoffs Scores, Live Updates: Italy, Türkiye, Sweden Eye Spots
Following along for the top moments and highlights of the UEFA World Cup playoffs.