Technology, more specifically AI, will play a big role in the new additions at the upcoming World Cup.
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High visa application fees, equally high rejection rates, an unwelcoming America, and the war combine to deter fans.
Iran beat Mali in their final competitive match before departing for their Mexico base for the 2026 World Cup.
Coach Graham Arnold and two key players speak to Al Jazeera ahead of Iraq’s first World Cup appearance since 1986.
Ivory Coast defeats France 2-1 in friendly ahead of the 2026 World Cup, as Manchester United’s Amad Diallo seals win.
Andoni Iraola left his role at Bournemouth at the end of the season and takes over at Liverpool in place of Arne Slot.
Iran national players Saeid Ezatolahi and Mohammad Ghorbani talk about how war is overshadowing a World Cup dream.
There are a host of top players who could claim the coveted title of top goal scorer, including two from the same team.
Enrique Riquelme held up a Real Madrid shirt bearing Erling Haaland’s name, while campaigning for club presidency.
From must-watch games to the grand finale, here’s a list of all the important dates on the 2026 World Cup schedule.
Football’s governing body makes a last-minute U-turn on its stadium code of conduct.
