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10 iconic moments that shaped World Cup history
The 2026 World Cup kicks off next week in Mexico City, where joint hosts Mexico play South Africa. Every four years, FIFA stages a spectacle that is all but guaranteed to dominate front pages around the world, mostly thanks to events on the pitch. Yet, almost inevitably, the limelight is sometimes stolen by moments that transcend the game.
Iran’s World Cup players granted visas to enter the US, White House official says
Iran’s World Cup players granted visas to enter the US, White House official says The Iran war has turned the World Cup – the biggest global sporting event – into a geopolitical contest - Bookmark - CommentsGo to comments Iran's World Cup soccer players have been granted visas to enter the United States, a White House official confirmed on Friday, just 10 days before their first match in Los Angeles. This development unfolds amid a conflict between the two countries. Iran's ambassador to...
Iran footballers open up on how war with US has affected their World Cup preparations
Iran footballers open up on how war with US has affected their World Cup preparations Iran will play their World Cup matches in the US, a country they are currently at war with - Bookmark Iran is preparing for the World Cup under unprecedented circumstances, as the nation heads to the tournament while at war with the primary host country, a situation unique in the competition’s history. In exclusive interviews with The Associated Press during a team camp in Turkey, two members of Iran’s...
Iran footballers issued US visas for World Cup, says White House
Iran footballers issued US visas for World Cup, says White House Iran players get visas 10 days before their opening World Cup match against New Zealand in Los Angeles on June 15. Iran’s World Cup football players have been granted visas to enter the United States, according to a White House official, just 10 days before their first match in Los Angeles amid a conflict between the two countries. Iran’s ambassador to Mexico, Abolfazl Pasandideh, said late on Thursday the squad had still not...
Inflation and ICE fears threaten to dampen World Cup economic benefits in US
Inflation and ICE fears threaten to dampen World Cup economic benefits in US Hotel reservations in South Florida made by international travelers are weak compared with previous mega events - Bookmark When the U.S. last hosted the World Cup in 1994, the event drew unexpectedly large crowds. At that time, soccer wasn’t as popular among Americans as it is now, so expectations for attendance had been fairly low. So as the U.S. prepared to host the World Cup again in 2026, expectations for...
US visa rejections, war on Iran keep fans away from World Cup
US visa rejections, war on Iran keep fans away from World Cup High visa application fees, equally high rejection rates, an unwelcoming America, and the war combine to deter fans. When Iran qualified for the FIFA World Cup last March, the men’s national team didn’t expect their participation to hinge on visas being granted by hosts, the United States, only at the last moment – if at all. Nor did Iranian fans eager to support Team Melli expect to be banned from entry by the US.
Will the FIFA World Cup be the economic bonanza US cities were promised?
Will the FIFA World Cup be the economic bonanza US cities were promised? Cities remain optimistic despite lagging hotel bookings and high ticket prices that might deter foreign travellers. Global sporting events like the FIFA World Cup are often pitched to host cities as economic jackpots.
Craig Foster questions 'chilling' silence from World Cup players on human rights
Craig Foster concerned that FIFA World Cup players are not speaking out on US human rights record Thu 4 Jun 2026 at 9:20am In short: Former Socceroos captain Craig Foster believes players have been told not to speak out about political issues ahead of the FIFA World Cup. A number of players, including Socceroos, publicly criticised Qatar's record leading into the 2022 tournament.
The 2026 World Cup: Billions promised but will the economic boom arrive?
With the kick-off less than ten days away, the largest World Cup in history is set to inject tens of billions into the hosting economies. Yet, analysts are estimating that the relative impact will be marginal. The 2026 FIFA World Cup, which starts on 11 June across the US, Canada and Mexico, is the largest in the tournament's history, with 48 national teams competing across 16 host cities for the first time.
Iran World Cup players granted visas to enter the US, says White House official
Iran World Cup players granted visas to enter the US, says White House official June 5 : Iran's World Cup soccer players have been granted visas to enter the United States, a White House official told Reuters on Friday, just 10 days before their first match in Los Angeles amid a conflict between the two countries. Iran's ambassador to Mexico, Abolfazl Pasandideh, said late on Thursday the squad had still not received their U.S. visas but these were granted overnight, the White House official...