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Sunday, May 17

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While FIFA Makes Bank Off World Cup, Host Cities Pay

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Cities may be bracing for World Cup fever this summer, but the real winner is already clear—and it's FIFA, and the losers are the hosts. Writing in the Atlantic , Henry Grabar uses New Jersey's now-notorious plan to charge World Cup fans …

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FIFA's Houston mention builds 2026 World Cup excitement

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Houston is one of the host cities for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and the official FIFA World Cup social media account has highlighted the city, generating excitement across Texas and bringing international attention to the city's diverse…

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FIFA slammed for ruining mural in city where no World Cup games are even being hosted

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A beautiful mural in Dallas has been covered up by FIFA, even though there are no World Cup games scheduled to take place in the city this summer.

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Jerry Jones’ 45,000-man-hour AT&T stadium project exposes a massive NFL vs FIFA field controversy

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Jerry Jones initiative for FIFA field has sparked a hot discussion about the argument that converting such venues for grass is simply impossible.

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Is Kaizer Chiefs star peaking in time for FIFA World Cup 2026 selection?

Kaizer Chiefs' Brandon Petersen may have strengthened his case for a place in South Africa's FIFA World Cup 2026 squad.

What to know about Panama at the FIFA World Cup 2026

www.aljazeera.com

Panama are World Cup-bound for a second time in eight years, but in 2026, they're not there to just make up the numbers.

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FIFA official offers update on Iran's participation at 2026 World Cup

www.mirror.co.uk

FIFA's Secretary General has held positive talks with the Iran FA as they look to find solutions ahead of their involvement in the World Cup, which has been in doubt

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Fifa hails ‘constructive’ talks with Iran over 2026 World Cup participation

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PARIS, May 17 — Fifa secretary general Mattias Grafstrom described as “excellent” and “construct...

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FIFA holds talks with Iran over 2026 World Cup participation

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FIFA secretary general Mattias Grafstrom described as "excellent" and "constructive" the meeting held on Saturday in Istanbul with the Iranian federation to ensure Iran's participation in the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada and…

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‘Green card for the planet’? Fifa’s World Cup is on pace to be a climate catastrophe

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The 2022 World Cup failed to deliver on its environmental promises. From air travel emissions to heat-related dangers, the 2026 edition will be even worse

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FIFA holds ‘positive’ talks with Iranian football officials on World Cup

www.aljazeera.com

FIFA offers solutions for each of Iran's concerns before games in US, Iran's football chief says.

Iran confirms squad heading to Turkey for World Cup preparation after Fifa assurances

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Iran’s World Cup squad will travel to Turkey on Monday for a training camp, friendlies and to complete visa applications before heading to the United States.

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Lumen Field: Inside one of world’s loudest stadiums ready for 2026 FIFA World Cup matches

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Belgium vs Egypt, Egypt vs Iran, Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Qatar, and two knockout-phase matches are set to be played at Lumen Field.

Saturday, May 16

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Report: FIFA, Iran hold talks ahead of World Cup

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FIFA Secretary-General Mattias Grafstrom described his Saturday meeting with the head of Iran's Football Federation (FFIRI) as "constructive" as conce

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FIFA holds positive talks with Iran ahead of World Cup

www.france24.com

FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafstrom said Saturday he held a constructive meeting with the president of Iran's FA Mehdi Taj regarding Iran’s participation in the World Cup which is set to take place this summer in the United States,…

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Cineplex to screen select FIFA World Cup 2026 matches in theatres across Canada

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Cineplex and TSN are teaming up to screen select FIFA World Cup 2026 matches in theatres across Canada as the country prepares to co-host the tournament.

Orlando Pirates striker misses out on 2026 FIFA World Cup dream

Andre de Jong will not feature at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after being omitted from New Zealand’s final squad for the tournament.