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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 hours ago

European Championship qualifying may switch to Nations League-style format

The adapted Nations League format is preferred by leading football nations, as it aims to create more competitive matches and enhance viewer engagement, addressing concerns about the current qualifying system's appeal.
Europe news
fromwww.bbc.com
4 hours ago

Get out the group - duo on Scots' World Cup hopes

"We want to get out of the group and take it from there," said McTominay, 29. "We have to change the mentality of the fact that we might not be top 10, 15, whatever. We need to change that mentality that we can play against anybody and do really well."
Liverpool FC
#world-cup
fromAbove the Law
21 hours ago
Alternative transportation

The $150 Train Ride That Explains Everything Wrong With The World Cup Economy - Above the Law

fromFortune
3 days ago
World politics

The most politically charged World Cup ever puts the U.S. and Iran on a collision course while America co-hosts with neighbors it has tariffed | Fortune

Boston
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

World Cup 2026: Fans to pay $150 for train ticket to stadium

Transportation costs for World Cup fans traveling to MetLife Stadium will rise to $150 for a round-trip from New York City.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
5 days ago

Here's How You Can Still Score Tickets to the FIFA World Cup's Most Coveted Matches, Including the Final

Marriott Bonvoy and Visa offer exclusive World Cup access, featuring ticket drops and unique experiences for members.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
23 minutes ago

Five major issues affecting the FIFA World Cup with 50 days to go

FIFA faces criticism over social, political, and logistical issues as the World Cup approaches amid a fragile ceasefire involving Iran.
Alternative transportation
fromAbove the Law
21 hours ago

The $150 Train Ride That Explains Everything Wrong With The World Cup Economy - Above the Law

The proposed $150 train fare for World Cup fans highlights issues of liability, accountability, and fairness in public infrastructure funding.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

Monday's Headlines: World Cup Fuss Edition - Streetsblog New York City

New Jersey Transit charges $150 for train tickets to World Cup games, prompting criticism and highlighting local resource strain from FIFA's demands.
World politics
fromFortune
3 days ago

The most politically charged World Cup ever puts the U.S. and Iran on a collision course while America co-hosts with neighbors it has tariffed | Fortune

This year's World Cup is marked by unprecedented geopolitical tensions among the co-hosts: the U.S., Mexico, and Canada.
Boston
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

World Cup 2026: Fans to pay $150 for train ticket to stadium

Transportation costs for World Cup fans traveling to MetLife Stadium will rise to $150 for a round-trip from New York City.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
5 days ago

Here's How You Can Still Score Tickets to the FIFA World Cup's Most Coveted Matches, Including the Final

Marriott Bonvoy and Visa offer exclusive World Cup access, featuring ticket drops and unique experiences for members.
fromESPN.com
12 hours ago

Chaos reigns in Asian Champions League after VAR intervenes over substitution

Shabab Al Ahli's hopes of becoming champions of Asia had just come to an end in the penultimate stage of the tournament with a 1-0 loss, but they were adamant that tie should have been headed for extra-time after their 92nd-minute equaliser was disallowed.
Soccer (FIFA)
LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
17 hours ago

The Olympics' trans policy polices womanhood | Moira Donegan

Transgender women and cisgender women with DSDs will be barred from women's Olympic events, redefining womanhood based on genetic criteria.
#fifa
NYC parents
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

111 trains will have 'chilling effect' on World Cup

Fifa's inflated train fares for the 2026 World Cup are criticized for negatively impacting fan experience and local economic benefits.
NYC politics
fromPOLITICO
6 days ago

Democrats' new affordability nemesis: FIFA

Elected officials criticize FIFA for high ticket prices and inadequate support for local transit during the World Cup, impacting economic outcomes.
#olympics
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago
World news

If You Can Tell Which Of These 20 Weird-Sounding Sports Are In The Olympics, You Deserve A Medal

fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago
World news

If You Can Tell Which Of These 20 Weird-Sounding Sports Are In The Olympics, You Deserve A Medal

Golden State Warriors
fromIrish Independent
3 days ago

GAA Championship: Dublin draw with Offaly, Galway rout 14-man Kilkenny - as it happened

Tullamore and Dublin played a thrilling hurling match that ended in a draw, highlighted by Donal Burke's late equalizing point.
Women
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Scotland carry no burden in chase for World Cup spot

Scotland's women's team aims for World Cup qualification, focusing on processes rather than past failures or the pressure of expectations.
#fifa-world-cup
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
3 days ago

Every World Cup 2026 group stage tiebreaker: What happens if teams finish with the same points?

World Cup 2026 will feature 48 teams and a complex tiebreaker system for group stage matches.
Real Madrid
fromwww.caughtoffside.com
4 weeks ago

Which Big-Name Players Face a Race Against Time Ahead of the World Cup

Injuries threaten key players' participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, raising concerns for England and other teams.
fromDefector
6 days ago

Should I Take My Two-Year-Old To A Soccer Match Abroad, Or Can I Leave Him At Home? | Defector

Traveling internationally with a toddler requires careful planning and consideration. The longest flight a child has taken should be factored into the decision-making process.
Parenting
#iran
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
22 hours ago

Iran's World Cup participation depends on team's safety in the US: Minister

Iran's participation in the FIFA World Cup depends on government decisions regarding player safety in the US.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
22 hours ago

Iran's World Cup participation depends on team's safety in the US: Minister

Iran's participation in the FIFA World Cup depends on government decisions regarding player safety in the US.
Liverpool FC
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

IFA submits planning application for National Football Centre

The Irish FA has submitted a planning application for a National Football Centre in Galgorm, aiming to inspire future footballers and support the community.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

India in extremely high' doping risk bracket: Athletics Integrity Unit

India is now classified as a high-risk nation for anti-doping violations in athletics, requiring stricter compliance from its athletes.
#world-cup-2026
Europe news
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
1 week ago

World Cup 2026 calendar: Download your FREE calendar for Google and iCal for every game on Central European Time

World Cup 2026 will feature 13 different kick-off times across multiple time zones, primarily benefiting European fans.
English Premier League
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

England-Japan water breaks to mimic World Cup conditions

England will implement two water breaks during a friendly against Japan to simulate World Cup conditions for player welfare in extreme heat.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

First 'daylight' offside goal scored in Canada

The first goal under the daylight offside rule was scored in Canada, allowing a goal that would have been disallowed under standard rules.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

World Athletics blocks 11 athlete transfer requests to Turkiye

World Athletics rejected 11 allegiance transfer requests to Turkiye due to concerns over a coordinated recruitment strategy by the Turkish government.
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

World Cup 2026: Fans with disabilities 'excluded'

I just think they've priced people out. They've not restricted it, so anyone can get a wheelchair ticket, an accessible ticket. You don't have to prove you need one, which is what you normally do.
Soccer (FIFA)
Liverpool FC
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Football Daily | World Cup double-screening pain and a change of summer planning

Wales and Ireland face playoff defeats, missing the Geopolitics World Cup, highlighting a lack of original storytelling in football narratives.
Liverpool FC
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

F1's Japanese GP, WSL derbies and international football follow with us

Mercedes and Ferrari excel in adapting to significant changes in Formula One, with strong performances in early races.
Women
fromQNS
1 month ago

Queens to host nine Olympic soccer games as part of LA28 - QNS

NYCFC's Etihad Park in Queens will host nine soccer matches during the 2028 Olympic Games, including group stage matches and a men's quarterfinal.
fromwww.bbc.com
4 weeks ago

How Scotland reached the World Cup - told by those who made it happen

Kenny McLean launched a shot 50 yards through the night sky and into the back of Kasper Schmeichel's net to seal Scotland's place at the men's World Cup this summer, their first since France 1998.
Liverpool FC
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

21 games later: Iraq back at the World Cup after epic qualifying campaign

Aymen Hussein's winning goal secured Iraq's return to the World Cup after 40 years, bringing joy to a nation recovering from turmoil.
Women
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Australia edge North Korea to set up China or Taiwan Asian Cup semifinal

Australia defeated North Korea 2-1 in the Women's Asian Cup quarterfinal, securing a FIFA World Cup spot and advancing to the semifinals against China or Taiwan.
fromESPN.com
3 weeks ago

Iraq's World Cup qualification 'one of the toughest jobs in the world' - Arnold

Iraq hasn't qualified for a World Cup for 40 years, it's a big challenge with a lot of pressure and they are a nation of 46 million that are obsessed with football.
World news
San Francisco 49ers
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
1 month ago

Where Spectacle Meets Soul: A Month in Global Sport - San Francisco Bay Times

Sport functions both as entertainment spectacle and as a vehicle for revealing human connection, authenticity, and community impact across different athletic contexts.
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

European World Cup play-off: 16 teams vying for 4 final spots of 2026 tournament | amNewYork

Wales is looking for a second-straight World Cup berth after a magical run in 2022 ended a 64-year drought. This is as prosperous a time for Welsh soccer as any, even without its greatest export, Gareth Bale. The Dragons reached the semifinals of the European Championships in 2016 and then advanced to the round of 16 in 2020.
Europe news
Miscellaneous
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

11 Sports That Have Been Part Of The Olympics And 11 Sports That (Surprisingly) Have Not

Eleven sports have appeared in the Olympic Games while eleven other sports have never been included, prompting interest ahead of Milano Cortina 2026.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Managing in an international break - and what to do when your star player does not come home

International breaks can be both an opportunity and a challenge for managers, impacting player performance and recovery.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Programs aim to diversify winter sports, but gaps persist at Winter Olympics

Wealth and access barriers limit diversity in winter sports despite programs aiming to create pathways from recreation to Olympic competition.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

First Iraq footballers granted visas by Mexico for FIFA World Cup qualifier

Mexico grants visas to Iraqi national football team players for FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier in Monterrey on March 31 amid regional disruptions.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Winter Olympics thrills, FA Cup magic and the Six Nations follow with us

A busy sports weekend features FA Cup fourth-round matches, Winter Olympics day eight highlights (Odermatt, British skeleton), and T20 World Cup pressure on England.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Intercontinental World Cup playoffs in doubt as Iraq squad face travel chaos

Iraq's World Cup playoff participation is threatened by airspace closure, visa delays, and travel restrictions affecting 40% of the squad and coaching staff.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromConde Nast Traveler
2 months ago

The Biggest Reason to Travel This Year? Sports

Sports events are a major driver of global travel, fueling a $680 billion industry and motivating fans to travel internationally for both marquee and local fixtures.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The Breakdown | So much at stake and Six Nations just the start in massive year for rugby union'

On the surface it was business at usual at this year's Six Nations launch in a chilly Edinburgh. Had the city's most famous literary sleuth poked his nose into the venue at the top of the Royal Mile, Inspector Rebus would have clocked the usual suspects: head coaches trying not to divulge any secrets, captains quietly studying their opposite numbers and content creators seeking to jazz up their tournament previews.
Soccer (FIFA)
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Football Daily | Cheap gags, disruptive friends and ticket guff: a week in the life of Infantino

Gianni Infantino navigates controversies: consoling players, defending FIFA's decisions, and managing strained relations with European football amid geopolitical and World Cup disputes.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

India's 2036 Olympic aspirations face tough scrutiny

The 2030 Commonwealth Games will be held in India, and the country is making strong efforts to host the 2036 Olympics, with the aim of giving more and more players greater opportunities to compete,
World news
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

Concacaf reveals 2030 World Cup qualifying path, with 6 places

Concacaf will have six automatic spots for the 2030 World Cup, with a seventh available via intercontinental playoff; regional qualifying begins September 2027.
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