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Lionel Messi gets Roger Federer’s blessing: Tennis legend pens epic 11-word wish for Argentina captain at 2026 FIFA World Cup

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Lionel Messi has inspired admiration far beyond soccer, and few voices resonate more deeply across sporting cultures than that of Roger Federer.

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Lamine Yamal to say goodbye to key teammate: Marc-Andre ter Stegen close to leaving Barcelona on loan to save 2026 FIFA World Cup hopes

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For Marc-Andre ter Stegen, the next few days may determine not only his immediate future, but also whether a lifelong international ambition remains alive.

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2026 FIFA World Cup plans see Netherlands bring back Manchester United legend

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The Netherlands have confirmed the return of a Manchester United legend to the national team ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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FIFA World Cup: Mercedes-Benz Stadium to start natural grass field preparations this month

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The FIFA World Cup kicks off in less than 150 day and the city of Atlanta will be ramping up its preparations for the world’s biggest tournament.

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FIFA issues heartbreaking statement as Trump confirms World Cup travel ban list

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![CDATA[There's going to be a lot of unhappy fans]]

FIFA told to move 2026 World Cup from USA to the UK after Donald Trump threats

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![CDATA[The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to take place across the US, Mexico and Canada.]]

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FIFA World Cup Trophy arrives in Seoul for showcase

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The iconic championship trophy for the FIFA World Cup made its stop in Seoul on Friday as part of the global tour prior to the upcoming tournament.

FIFA World Cup Trophy arrives in Seoul for showcase

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The iconic championship trophy for the FIFA World Cup made its stop in Seoul on Friday as part of the global tour prior to the upcoming tournament.

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North Texas Takes Center Stage As White House Accelerates Planning For 2026 FIFA World Cup

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The White House is increasing security and logistics coordination as North Texas prepares to host nine matches and key operations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

FIFA Have Set Precedent For Replacing Iran at World Cup Amid Rising US Tensions

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![CDATA[There are rising political tensions between the US and Iran, who have qualified for the 2026 World Cup.]]

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London's best pubs and bars you can book to watch FIFA World Cup 2026 matches

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As the countdown to the FIFA World Cup 2026 begins, we've rounded up the best places to watch the action in London.

The peril ‘true fans’ now face after Fifa’s World Cup ticket deadline

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Many England fans have had to commit to World Cup tickets after Fifa’s deadline for initial applications passed on Tuesday, though how much they’ll have to pay – whether $60 or $7,000 - is still unknown

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FIFA Issue Statement on World Cup as Trump Blocks Visas For 75 Nations

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![CDATA[Trump has indefinitely suspended immigrant visa processing from 75 countries.]]

CBS Broadcaster Joins UFC 324 After Hosting Champions League, FIFA Ballon d’Or

UFC has officially entered its historic seven-year, $7.7 billion partnership with Paramount-CBS, and the promotion is ready to kick things off with its first numbered event. On January 24, UFC 324 at the T-Mobile Arena is already shaping…

Best pubs and bars to book and watch FIFA World Cup 2026 in London

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With the FIFA World Cup 2026 just months away, we're listing the very best London pubs and bars to watch the action from

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FIFA president Gianni Infantino has become an Autocrat – Platini alleges

Former UEFA president, Michel Platini has accused FIFA president Gianni Infantino of beco

FIFA told to ditch USA for 2026 World Cup and move fixtures to UK in shock last-minute move

The 2026 World Cup is just around the corner as multiple countries eye the illustrious trophy in the USA, Mexico and Canada. The final nations...

Miguel Delaney: The financial peril ‘true fans’ now face after Fifa’s World Cup ticket deadline

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The deadline for initial World Cup ticket applications passed on Tuesday, with many fans having no idea what they’ll end up paying, despite having to commit. The difference could end up thousands of dollars, but they now can’t cancel.

Platini: Infantino has become 'more of an autocrat' as FIFA boss

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Former UEFA president Michel Platini has criticised his ex-general secretary Gianni Infantino and said he has become "more of an autocrat" as FIFA president. Infantino became FIFA president in 2016 in succession of Joseph Blatter, after an…