FIFA World Cup

Netflix secures broadcasting rights for FIFA 2030 World Cup in Spain, Andorra

Netflix has secured broadcasting rights for the 2030 FIFA World Cup in Spain and Andorra, marking a major expansion of its sports portfolio and bringing free matches to Spanish viewers.

US President Donald Trump and FIFA President Gianni Infantino during the trophy presentation after the FIFA World Cup Final, New Jersey, July 19, 2026; illustrative.
A model of the proposed NEOM Stadium is seen inside the Saudi Arabia World Cup bid exhibition.

Saudi Arabia quietly shelving NEOM Stadium, one of 2034 World Cup venues

Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri.

Morocco's king appoints first female prime minister following election

Another Gloomy Evening for Israeli Basketball. Kravitz.

Israel knocked out of World Cup qualification after defeat to Latvia


FIFA World Cup 2026 to break records with 3.7 million tons of carbon emissions, Israeli firm finds

The tournament is being staged across three different countries, Canada, the US, and Mexico - a first in World Cup history, meaning teams and fans will have to travel extensively between host cities.

Soccer Football - World Cup - AFC Qualifiers - Third Round - Group A - Iran v United Arab Emirates - Azadi Sports Complex, Tehran, Iran - March 20, 2025.

Meet Matt Turner, the only Jewish player on Team USA in 2026 World Cup

Turner has 53 career appearances with the US national team, with a 29-16-8 overall record, including 27 clean sheets.

Soccer Football - Premier League - Arsenal v Nottingham Forest - Emirates Stadium, London, Britain - August 12, 2023 Nottingham Forest's Matt Turner applauds fans after the match

Ontario breaks Guinness World Record for largest human foosball game in honor of FIFA World Cup

The event was monitored by Guinness World Records Adjudicator Chloe McCarthy, who checked in the participants and explained the rules of the game, ensuring no regulations were broken.

Ontario breaks world record for largest human foosball game in honor of FIFA World Cup.

This is the healthiest snack for the World Cup

Try the snack that provides protein, dietary fiber, and long–lasting satiety, and is also very easy to make at home.

Roasted chickpeas

Special promotions for the World Cup

The games are beginning, and electrical and food retail chains are pulling out all the stops to get you to shop with them. These are the deals you cannot afford to miss.

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Iranian-Americans call on FIFA to expel Iran from World Cup

Another protester said the players were being used like tools to help the Iranian government look good on the world stage and that the players deserved little pity.

A general view of FIFA World Cup 2026 signage at Kansas City Stadium on June 08, 2026 in Kansas City, Missouri.

Iran threatens to stop World Cup games if faced with unauthorized flags or slogans

Iran’s sports minister has warned FIFA that the team could halt matches if unauthorized flags are displayed or political chants heard in stadiums, raising tensions ahead of the tournament.

Members of Iran's national soccer team attend a farewell ceremony ahead of their departure to the 2026 World Cup in Tehran, Iran, May 13, 2026.

Ahead of the World Cup: The shirts you will want to wear even after the tournament is over

The Danish brand Les Deux launches a collection of football shirts in honor of the 2026 World Cup – five countries, vintage designs, and a price that justifies itself.

Les Deux

We tested: Is the new Mexic️ana and Tabasco combination truly spicy?

The new collaboration features crunchy nachos and an especially spicy burrito, sold at the chain's locations throughout the football tournament season. And yes, it is indeed fiery.

Burrito Pollo Tabasco, Mexic️ana and Tabasco

World Cup isn't behind Trump's push for Iran deal, White House WC chief tells 'Post' - interview

In an exclusive interview, Andrew Giuliani, the US officer overseeing the World Cup, said the White House wants the world to come to the United States for the tournament.

 Andrew Giuliani, the senior White House official overseeing the World Cup.