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Planning a World Cup Watch Party at a Bar? The ‘FIFA Police’ Are Lurking

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Some businesses advertising watch parties in Canada’s two host cities are wary of running afoul of FIFA’s copyright, which protects advertising “World Cup” events.

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Bafana Bafana FIFA World Cup squad: THREE fan-favourites expected to MISS OUT

These three players were once PSL Players of of the Year. Now, they are set to miss the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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Bafana Bafana FIFA World Cup 2026 countdown hits 40 days as ticket prices revealed

Bafana Bafana's FIFA World Cup 2026 opener is 40 days away. FIFA has revealed ticket prices for Mexico clash. Plus Ronwen Williams transfer talk and big money stories.

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FIFA set Iran World Cup deadline after nation blocked from congress meeting

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An Iranian delegation was blocked from attending a meeting in Vancouver, Canada, earlier this week.

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Kurt Okraku leads FIFA Push against discrimination with player-centred talks in Vancouver

ghanasoccernet.com

Ghana FA president Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku has taken a decisive step in FIFA’s fight against racism and discrimination after holding a landmark meeting with the Players Voice Panel at the ongoing FIFA Congress.In his role as president…

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FIFA U-20 WWCQ: Falconets Brace For Make-or-Break Battle Against Malawi

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The stage is set for a tense, high-stakes showdown in Ikenne as Nigeria’s U-20 women’s national team, the Falconets, prepare to lock horns with Malawi in the first leg of the final qualifying round for the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup.…

2026 FIFA World Cup: Top fan-friendly places to visit beyond stadiums

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If you choose to travel, you should be aware of where fans will congregate, how to participate in festivities, especially before and after matchday games.

Friday, May 1

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Iran officials aim to meet with FIFA, discuss World Cup issues

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Soccer officials from Iran are intent on meeting with FIFA's leadership about its upcoming World Cup matches in the United States.,Mehdi Taj, presiden

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Palestinian football boss refuses Israeli handshake at FIFA event

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Palestine’s FA President, Jibril Rajoub, explained his refusal to shake hands with Israeli FA representative.

Iran to hold showdown talks with FIFA as deadline set after Donald Trump World Cup U-turn

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Iran are planning to play at the World Cup, with all three group-stage matches in the United States, after Donald Trump gave his blessing, despite the ongoing conflict in the Middle East

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2026 World Cup rules tightened further as FIFA moves to stop players leaving pitch in protest, all thanks to AFCON controversy

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The road to the 2026 World Cup is already filled with transformation, and the latest development has placed discipline and conduct firmly under the spotlight.

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Trump says he’s ‘okay’ with Iran playing at World Cup after Fifa chief’s confirmation

US president Donald Trump said on Thursday (30 April) that he’s “okay” with Iran participating in Fifa World Cup this year that the US is co-hosting with Canada and Mexico.

Iran soccer officials to meet FIFA in Zurich and plan for World Cup games in US

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GENEVA (AP) — Iranian soccer officials are set to meet soon with FIFA in Zurich about their World Cup games…

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FIFA president ends speculation over Iran’s 2026 World Cup status as Gianni Infantino confirms final call 40 days before start

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With the 2026 FIFA World Cup just 40 days away, one of the tournament’s most discussed questions has now received a clear answer from FIFA president Gianni Infantino.

FIFA President Insists Iran Will Play World Cup Games In US

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FIFA President Gianni Infantino has firmly confirmed that Iran will participate in the upcoming World Cup, scheduled to take place in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. This announcement came during FIFA’s 76th Congress held in…

FIFA issue response to dramatic World Cup pressure 41 days before tournament

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FIFA have address significant criticism about the World Cup 41 days before the tournament.

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Fifa ramps up efforts to sell luxury World Cup hospitality tickets after revenue re-evaluation

www.theguardian.com

Fifa is upping efforts to sell luxury hospitality tickets for the World Cup, with packages still available for 102 of the 104 matches at the expanded tournament.

Full list of countries that have lost most FIFA World Cup final

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Reaching a FIFA World Cup final is one of the greatest achievements in football, but losing at the last hurdle can be a painful legacy.

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