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Today: May 21, 2026
Today: May 21, 2026

FIFA World Cup

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US defender Chris Richards has ankle ligament damage ahead of World Cup

The United States has a new injury worry three weeks before the start of the World Cup

US defender Chris Richards has ankle ligament damage ahead of World Cup
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Soccer-New York City offering $50 World Cup tickets for residents

New York City will offer its residents a chance to snag $50 tickets to World Cup games in New Jersey this summer, Mayor Zohran Mamdani said on Thursday, with 1,000

Soccer-New York City offering $50 World Cup tickets for residents
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New York City residents will get a chance to purchase $50 World Cup tickets

Some lucky New York City residents will soon get a chance to snag cheap seats to this summer’s high-priced World Cup

New York City residents will get a chance to purchase $50 World Cup tickets
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Sports streaming platform DAZN weighs tie-up with DirecTV Latin America, sources say

Sports streaming platform DAZN, backed by British-American billionaire Len Blavatnik, is exploring a possible tie-up with pay-TV

Sports streaming platform DAZN weighs tie-up with DirecTV Latin America, sources say
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Atlanta launches anti-human trafficking campaign ahead of World Cup

Atlanta launches anti-human trafficking campaign ahead of World Cup

Atlanta launches anti-human trafficking campaign ahead of World Cup
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World Cup host Boston has lobster rolls, American history and Fenway Park: Things to know

After more than 30 years, the World Cup is back in Boston

World Cup host Boston has lobster rolls, American history and Fenway Park: Things to know
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The Flying Kiwis: No longer flightless, spreading football fandom at the World Cup

A group of New Zealanders known as the Flying Kiwis travels the world to support their national soccer team

The Flying Kiwis: No longer flightless, spreading football fandom at the World Cup
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Injury concerns for the US ahead of World Cup with Aaronson, Richards hurt in Premier League action

U.S. forward Brenden Aaronson has left the field with an apparent left knee injury while playing for Leeds in the Premier League in a potential concern for the Americans ahead of the World Cup

Injury concerns for the US ahead of World Cup with Aaronson, Richards hurt in Premier League action
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Shakira and Burna Boy release official 2026 FIFA World Cup Anthem, 'Dai Dai'

Colombian superstar Shakira and Afrobeats icon Burna Boy have released the official 2026 FIFA World Cup anthem

Shakira and Burna Boy release official 2026 FIFA World Cup Anthem, 'Dai Dai'
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AT&T Stadium unveils new World Cup grass pitch

AT&T Stadium unveils new World Cup grass pitch

AT&T Stadium unveils new World Cup grass pitch
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Saudi Arabia signs soccer World Cup deal and says sports investment is a priority

Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund became an “official tournament supporter” of the World Cup on Thursday and reaffirmed its commitment to invest in sports despite notable retreats from other ventures in recent months

Saudi Arabia signs soccer World Cup deal and says sports investment is a priority
Science|Sports|Technology

We tested the new World Cup ball – this is what you need to know about how it will fly, dip and swerve

For two decades, researchers have studied soccer ball aerodynamics. Latest tests suggest the 2026 ball is more stable, but with a slightly shorter range.

We tested the new World Cup ball – this is what you need to know about how it will fly, dip and swerve
Entertainment|Sports|World

Premier League corner chaos is heading to the World Cup and FIFA believes referees will handle it

FIFA experts say referees at the World Cup are aware of the growing trend in the Premier League for grappling and crowding around goalkeepers at corner kicks and “will deal with this in a very good way.”

Premier League corner chaos is heading to the World Cup and FIFA believes referees will handle it
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The World Cup begins in one month and here's when the top teams are announcing their final rosters

The World Cup is one month away and it’s almost time for coaches of the record 48 competing nations to finalize their squads

The World Cup begins in one month and here's when the top teams are announcing their final rosters
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How Kansas City became a surprise World Cup hotspot

In its storied history, Kansas City has attracted traders and mobsters, jazz legends and barbecue pitmasters, and

How Kansas City became a surprise World Cup hotspot
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‘We’re going nowhere’: J Balvin takes the global stage as a World Cup opening ceremony headliner

‘We’re going nowhere’: J Balvin takes the global stage as a World Cup opening ceremony headliner

‘We’re going nowhere’: J Balvin takes the global stage as a World Cup opening ceremony headliner
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Shakira teases new song for the FIFA World Cup 2026 with Afrobeats star Burna Boy called 'Dai Dai'

Shakira is back

Shakira teases new song for the FIFA World Cup 2026 with Afrobeats star Burna Boy called 'Dai Dai'
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Mexico’s ‘out of reach’ World Cup tickets cause discontent among fans

Mexico’s ‘out of reach’ World Cup tickets cause discontent among fans

Mexico’s ‘out of reach’ World Cup tickets cause discontent among fans
Political|Sports|World

Soccer-'They are not representing Iran': Protesters urge FIFA to ban Iran from World Cup

Iran's soccer team represents the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), not the people of Iran, and FIFA should ban the team from participating in

Soccer-'They are not representing Iran': Protesters urge FIFA to ban Iran from World Cup
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Adidas gets World Cup boost in 'very volatile' market

Adidas on Wednesday reported stronger than expected first-quarter operating profit and sales, helped by early demand for World Cup soccer products

Adidas gets World Cup boost in 'very volatile' market
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Soccer-US Open home to host one of New York's free World Cup fan zones

The home of the U.S.

Soccer-US Open home to host one of New York's free World Cup fan zones
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US says it does not object to Iran playing in World Cup but people with ties to IRGC won't be allowed

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US says it does not object to Iran playing in World Cup but people with ties to IRGC won't be allowed
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Amnesty International and rights groups issue a World Cup travel advisory for the US

Amnesty International and U.S. civil rights groups have issued a “World Cup travel advisory," warning visitors about “rising authoritarianism and increasing violence" in the U.S. under President Donald Trump's immigration policies

Amnesty International and rights groups issue a World Cup travel advisory for the US
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Bottler Arca's stock jumps as volumes hold steady despite Mexican health tax

Shares in Mexican bottler Arca Continental jumped over 4% in early trading on Thursday after its volumes surpassed

Bottler Arca's stock jumps as volumes hold steady despite Mexican health tax