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Cohosts Mexico look to break last 16 ‘curse’ at 2026 World Cup
El Tri lost in the last 16 in seven consecutive World Cups but have higher hopes for the 2026 tournament.
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World Cup 2026: All the key dates from opening game to final
From must-watch games to the grand finale, here’s a list of all the important dates on the 2026 World Cup schedule.
FIFA bans fans from bringing reusable bottles to World Cup venues
Football’s governing body makes a last-minute U-turn on its stadium code of conduct.
From: NewsFeed
Japan’s football team sports cowboy hats ahead of World Cup
Japan’s national football team wore cowboy hats as fans welcomed them to Monterrey, Mexico.
Published On 3 Jun 2026
Lopetegui talks up Qatar ‘dream’ with first World Cup knockouts in sight
Al Jazeera speaks to Qatar coach Julen Lopetegui ahead of the World Cup, with a shot at knockouts within their grasp.
All to know about the FIFA World Cup 2026 stadiums
A quick look at the 16 venues across 16 cities in three countries, which will host the biggest-ever FIFA World Cup.
From: NewsFeed
Mexico and Canada push to extend USMCA trade pact
Mexico and Canada have backed extending the USMCA trade agreement for another 16 years.
Published On 3 Jun 2026
Who’s in, who’s out: Squads for all 48 FIFA World Cup 2026 nations
From icons bidding adieu, to upcoming stars looking to make their mark on the biggest, Al Jazeera lists all the players.
From: NewsFeed
Underground drug smuggling tunnel discovered from Tijuana to San Diego
A tunnel was discovered running underneath the US-Mexico border, allegedly used to smuggle drugs and weapons.
Published On 2 Jun 2026
From: NewsFeed
Mexican protesters clash with police ahead of the 2026 World Cup
Teachers marched in Mexico demanding better pay and pensions, warning of further protests ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
Published On 2 Jun 2026
From: NewsFeed
Activists plaster missing posters around Mexico stadiums ahead of World Cup
Activists put up missing persons posters to raise awareness of the disappearance crisis ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
Published On 1 Jun 2026
