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What is tailgating, and has FIFA banned it at World Cup stadiums in the US?

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Football fans in the US have criticised FIFA and local organisers over a move to ban tailgating at World Cup matches.

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Culture clash: FIFA insists tailgating is not banned at World Cup — but it’s not allowed at every stadium

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With nearly a dozen U.S. stadiums around the country hosting World Cup matches this summer, tailgating rules may vary

FIFA hit out at $100 New York train ticket decision for World Cup with strong statement

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This summer's World Cup is just a matter of months away, as nations from around the globe vie for glory - but the location for the competition hasn't been without its issues

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FIFA President Confirms Iran’s Participation In World Cup

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FIFA president Gianni Infantino said Thursday that Iran will “for sure” participate in the 2026 World Cup despite the Middle East war. “Iran is coming for sure. We hope that by then the situation will be a peaceful situation, that would…

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FIFA leaders visit Houston ahead of World Cup

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Members of the FIFA World Cup 2026 leadership are visiting Houston Thursday to meet with local stakeholders and give updates.

Iran’s 2026 World Cup fate decided as FIFA president Gianni Infantino reveals its true status

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As the global stage prepares for its biggest edition yet, questions about participating nations, mainly Iran, have added an extra layer of intrigue.

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Many are still leaving the door open': Security experts warn FIFA World Cup partners could be putting customers at risk of email attacks

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Some World Cup partners are not actively protecting their domain name with the strongest DMARC policy.

New Jersey World Cup train ticket dispute: Why Governor Mikie Sherrill, FIFA are beefing over $100 travel prices

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The lead-up to the 2026 FIFA World Cup has been met with excitement from fans around the world, but also fraught with governmental, legal, and economic squabbles as the massive undertaking nears its beginning.

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Netherlands Legend Clarence Seedorf Joins FOX Sports For 2026 FIFA World Cup

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Netherlands icon Clarence Seedorf joins FOX Sports as an analyst for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Sherrill: FIFA Should Pay For World Cup Transportation To MetLife Stadium

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Gov. Mikie Sherrill believes New Jerseyians should not have to pick up for the tab for transporting people to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

FIFA referee Barikisu Salifu to take charge of Malta Guinness Women’s Premier League final

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The Appointments Committee has announced the match officials for the highly anticipated Malta Guinness Women’s Premier League final between Ampem Darkoa Ladies and Hasaacas Ladies.FIFA referee Barikisu Salifu will take charge of the…

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FIFA U17 Women’s Cup Qualifier: Juliet Appiah to handle Ivory Coast-Sierra Leone match

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Ghanaian FIFA referee Juliet Appiah will officiate the upcoming FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup qualifier between Ivory Coast and Sierra Leone.The much-anticipated clash has been scheduled for Friday, April 17, 2026, at the Stade Charles…

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New Jersey governor hits out at Fifa over reported $100 World Cup train tickets: ‘They should pay’

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New Jersey’s governor, Mikie Sherrill, has hit out at Fifa after reports her state’s transport system will charge $100 for a return ticket to World Cup matches this summer.

FIFA president Infantino says Iran will participate in World Cup 'for sure' despite war

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FIFA President Gianni Infantino said Wednesday that Iran will participate in the World Cup "for sure" despite its war with the United States.

FIFA ‘surprised’ by US backlash as transport costs skyrocket at World Cup

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Both a top US lawmaker and the governor of New Jersey ask FIFA to pay World Cup transport bill amid ticket hikes.

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FIFA president says Iran will participate in World Cup ‘for sure’ despite war

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FIFA President Gianni Infantino said Wednesday that Iran will participate in the World Cup “for sure” despite its war with the United States.

Palestine FA officials denied entry to Canada for Fifa pre-World Cup meeting

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Officials from the Palestine Football Association have been denied entry to Canada ahead of a pre-World Cup meeting of Fifa’s member associations to be held in Vancouver this month.