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

FIFA World Cup

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Matt Crocker quits as US Soccer Federation sporting director 2 months before World Cup

Matt Crocker has quit as sporting director of the U.S. Soccer Federation to take a new job in Saudi Arabia

Matt Crocker quits as US Soccer Federation sporting director 2 months before World Cup
Health

Bystanders' use of CPR helps save 71-year-old who collapsed at the airport

Bystanders' use of CPR helps save 71-year-old who collapsed at the airport

Bystanders' use of CPR helps save 71-year-old who collapsed at the airport
Sports|World

Iran makes World Cup progress in talks with Infantino as war darkens June trip to US

Iranian soccer has had a good week on its troubled path to playing World Cup games in the United States in June

Iran makes World Cup progress in talks with Infantino as war darkens June trip to US
Americas|Australia|Europe|Sports|World

World Cup qualifying marathon ends with Iraq securing the 48th and final spot

The 48-team field for FIFA's biggest ever World Cup is complete after a qualifying process that spanned more than two and a half years

World Cup qualifying marathon ends with Iraq securing the 48th and final spot
Sports|World

Iran’s sports minister says the country can’t take part in the World Cup because of US attacks

Iran’s sports and youth minister says the country is in no position to take part in the World Cup after the United States killed its supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in its ongoing war

Iran’s sports minister says the country can’t take part in the World Cup because of US attacks
Arts|Crime|Europe|Sports|World

Mexican president visits Jalisco to ease concerns over violence ahead of FIFA World Cup

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum is visiting the western state of Jalisco in an attempt to offset fears over the upcoming FIFA World Cup

Mexican president visits Jalisco to ease concerns over violence ahead of FIFA World Cup
Sports|World

The US and Iran are at war three months before the World Cup kicks off. It’s unclear if the Iranian team will play

The US and Iran are at war three months before the World Cup kicks off. It’s unclear if the Iranian team will play

The US and Iran are at war three months before the World Cup kicks off. It’s unclear if the Iranian team will play
Political|Sports|World

President of Iran’s soccer federation says World Cup participation in US is in doubt

The president of Iran’s soccer federation says he does not know if the national team can play World Cup matches in the United States following the surprise U.S. and Israeli bombardment of his country

President of Iran’s soccer federation says World Cup participation in US is in doubt
Crime|Sports|Travel|World

With World Cup looming, can Mexico contain the chaos unleashed by the killing of drug lord ‘El Mencho’?

With World Cup looming, can Mexico contain the chaos unleashed by the killing of drug lord ‘El Mencho’?

With World Cup looming, can Mexico contain the chaos unleashed by the killing of drug lord ‘El Mencho’?
Crime|Economy|Environment|Political|Sports|World

World Cup means slashed wages and displacement for some workers in Mexico City

Preparations for the 2026 World Cup in Mexico City are cutting into the livelihoods of sex workers and street vendors near Azteca Stadium

World Cup means slashed wages and displacement for some workers in Mexico City
Sports|US|World

Mauricio Pochettino dismisses criticism of World Cup ticket prices by American winger Tim Weah

U.S. coach Mauricio Pochettino dismisses criticism of World Cup ticket prices by American winger Tim Weah

Mauricio Pochettino dismisses criticism of World Cup ticket prices by American winger Tim Weah
Crime|Sports|World

Mexico investigates soccer field attack that killed at least 11 people

Authorities in Mexico are investigating an attack that killed 11 people and injured 12 others during a post-match gathering in central Mexico

Mexico investigates soccer field attack that killed at least 11 people
Arts|Entertainment|Travel|World

How to decide where to travel in 2026

CNN Travel's Lilit Marcus reveals the best places to visit this year and how to pick the right one for you.

How to decide where to travel in 2026
Americas|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Europe|Finance|Sports|US|World

FIFA says it has received more than 500 million ticket requests for 2026 World Cup

FIFA says it has received over 500 million ticket requests for this year's World Cup

FIFA says it has received more than 500 million ticket requests for 2026 World Cup
Business|Economy|Sports|Travel|World

Football fans slam "disgraceful" ticket prices for next year's World Cup

The cheapest tickets on offer for the final of the FIFA World Cup in New Jersey cost $4,185. That has prompted outrage from supporters across the world. CNN's Patrick Snell reports.

Football fans slam "disgraceful" ticket prices for next year's World Cup
Africa|Crime|World

2 buildings collapse in Moroccan city of Fez, killing 22 people

Two four-story buildings collapsed overnight in Morocco's city of Fez, killing 22 people

2 buildings collapse in Moroccan city of Fez, killing 22 people
Arts|Economy|Education|Entertainment

Inside Trump’s transformation of the Kennedy Center

Inside Trump’s transformation of the Kennedy Center

Inside Trump’s transformation of the Kennedy Center
Political|Sports|World

FIFA World Cup Draw: Everything you need to know

FIFA World Cup Draw: Everything you need to know

FIFA World Cup Draw: Everything you need to know
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The World Cup draw is usually a spectacle. This time, FIFA hopes bigger is better

A record 64 nations will be in Friday's World Cup draw as FIFA expands the tournament from 32 to 48 teams

The World Cup draw is usually a spectacle. This time, FIFA hopes bigger is better
Arts|Economy|Entertainment|Environment|Political|Sports

Trump will play a starring role heading into a big weekend at the Kennedy Center

The Kennedy Center, known for theater and opera, becomes the sports world's focus on Friday

Trump will play a starring role heading into a big weekend at the Kennedy Center
Entertainment|Sports|World

Cristiano Ronaldo rolls back the years with outrageous bicycle kick

Cristiano Ronaldo rolls back the years with outrageous bicycle kick

Cristiano Ronaldo rolls back the years with outrageous bicycle kick
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Sports|World

Kennedy Center says it's being paid $7.4 million ahead of the World Cup draw

The Kennedy Center is receiving $7.4 million ahead of the World Cup draw next month

Kennedy Center says it's being paid $7.4 million ahead of the World Cup draw
Business|Economy|Sports|World

David Beckham signs sports partnership deal with Bank of America

Former England soccer captain David Beckham signed a multi-year partnership with Bank of America to promote global sports programs ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup

David Beckham signs sports partnership deal with Bank of America
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US tourism expected to score big with FIFA World Cup

International tourism to the U.S. could get a much-needed boost from the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a sluggish 2025, when visitors stayed away amid unease over President

US tourism expected to score big with FIFA World Cup
Business|Economy|Political|Sports|World

Soccer superstar Ronaldo joins Saudi crown prince during a White House visit

Soccer superstar Cristiano Ronaldo was at the White House on Tuesday as President Donald Trump hosted a glitzy dinner to honor Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman

Soccer superstar Ronaldo joins Saudi crown prince during a White House visit
Political|Sports|World

Soccer superstar Cristiano Ronaldo to visit White House, coinciding with Saudi prince’s visit

Soccer superstar Cristiano Ronaldo to visit White House, coinciding with Saudi prince’s visit

Soccer superstar Cristiano Ronaldo to visit White House, coinciding with Saudi prince’s visit
Economy|Political|Sports|World

US will make it easier for World Cup fans to get visa appointments

The United States will expedite visas for foreign visitors with tickets to FIFA World Cup matches taking place next year in 11 U.S. cities, President Donald Trump said on Monday.

US will make it easier for World Cup fans to get visa appointments