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/ 54 days ago

2026 World Cup ticket mania breaks expectations again: FIFA confirms record-shattering demand surge

The 2026 World Cup is still months away, yet the rush to secure seats has already reached a level FIFA has never experienced before. The organization has confirmed staggering new figures for ticket sales, igniting conversation across North America and beyond.
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/ 54 days ago

‘Do not injure Messi’: Argentina star reveals peculiar pre-2022 FIFA World Cup story

A player from the Argentina national team recalled a curious story involving Lionel Messi in the lead-up to the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
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/ 56 days ago

FIFA reveals procedures for 2026 World Cup Final Draw: Format, team pots and when the schedule will be announced

Ahead of the event on the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in December 5th, FIFA has revealed the procedure for the 2026 World Cup Final Draw, with timelines for the format, team pots, and the schedule.
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/ 56 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo could miss Portugal’s first two 2026 World Cup games if he breaches FIFA rule

The suspension for Cristiano Ronaldo after his red card with Portugal against Ireland has been confirmed, a key detail ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026.
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/ 58 days ago

Paul Pogba back after 26 months: AS Monaco’s stellar midfielder opens up on his powerful comeback journey

Despite seeming to be on a downward trajectory in his career, Paul Pogba has made an impressive return to professional play after a 26-month absence. Following AS Monaco's defeat, the French star shared insights into his journey back to the pitch.
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/ 60 days ago

Ahead of the 2026 World Cup, FIFA announces another international tournament for next year

FIFA confirmed that another international tournament will take place just months before the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America.
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/ 60 days ago

Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, and Vinicius lead first 2026 FIFA World Cup poster, but no sight of Cristiano Ronaldo: Why was the Portugal star missing?

The first promotional poster for the 2026 FIFA World Cup was meant to celebrate global stars like Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, and Vinicius Jr. But one question overshadowed the excitement: why was Cristiano Ronaldo missing?
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/ 60 days ago

Gianni Infantino makes bold five-word 2026 World Cup claim about Lionel Messi’s role: FIFA president shockingly forgets about Cristiano Ronaldo

FIFA president Gianni Infantino, speaking at the 2025 Ole Summit, delivered a bold message about Messi’s place in soccer history. Yet the statement was shrouded in mystery, introduced through a curious five-word claim that Infantino highlighted, astonishingly overlooking an equally historic reality involving Cristiano Ronaldo.
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/ 61 days ago

World Cup 2026 forces MLS to make major schedule change for upcoming season

Major League Soccer will have a different schedule next year due to the FIFA World Cup 2026.
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/ 61 days ago

PSG’s Kvaratskhelia, Liverpool’s Szoboszlai and more: The most expensive players set to miss the 2026 World Cup

PSG’s Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Liverpool’s Dominik Szoboszlai top the list of the most expensive players to miss the 2026 World Cup.
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/ 61 days ago

Why Carlo Ancelotti needs Neymar: Inside the alarming pattern Brazil can’t ignore ahead of 2026 World Cup

Carlo Ancelotti has built his managerial legacy on control, structure, and clarity — but even he cannot fully stabilize a Brazil side that continues to wobble without Neymar.
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/ 61 days ago

Report: FIFA makes final decision on team rosters for World Cup 2026 despite coaches’ wishes

FIFA reportedly stood firm on its decision regarding the rosters for next year’s World Cup.
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/ 61 days ago

World Cup 2026: Intercontinental playoff format and matchups for the final two FIFA tournament spots

The draw for the intercontinental playoff that will award the final two places in the World Cup 2026 was held by FIFA.
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/ 61 days ago

Spain boss De la Fuente sets sights on Finalissima against Messi’s Argentina after 2026 World Cup qualification

After sealing their qualification in the 2026 World Cup, Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente has set the expectations high for the Finalissima clash against Lionel Messi's Argentina.
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/ 61 days ago

CONMEBOL reportedly weighing on the ‘UEFA Nations League format’ ahead of 2030 World Cup

With Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay already qualified to the 2030 World Cup, CONMEBOL is reportedly weighing on the possibility of implementing a "UEFA Nations League format" for the next qualifiers.