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Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
19 hours ago

FIFA Council takes no action against Israel

FIFA will prioritize promoting peace and unity through football, resist politicized suspensions of Israeli teams, and prepare contingency measures to protect players and staff.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 hours ago

Football Daily | Spin the World Cup's wheel of fortune: where you go, nobody knows!

During a week when Wheel of Fortune made history by paying out its highest ever cash prize to a marketing manager from Connecticut, the first of the 4.5 million fans who have applied for Geopolitics World Cup tickets were selected to buy them through the system Fifa has named after the long-running American gameshow. While Christina Derevjanik walked away with $1,035,155,
Soccer (FIFA)
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
4 hours ago

Fifa cannot solve geopolitical issues - Infantino

Fifa cannot solve geopolitical problems but can promote unity through football amid calls to suspend Israel after UN commission concluded genocide in Gaza.
#2026-world-cup
US politics
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Trump will move World Cup games from 'unsafe' cities

President Trump said he will move 2026 World Cup matches from U.S. cities he considers unsafe, potentially affecting host venues such as Seattle and San Francisco.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

African media grills FIFA's Infantino about fans being safe, welcome in the US at 2026 World Cup

FIFA assures African fans they will be welcome and safe at the 2026 World Cup in North America despite concerns over U.S. political climate.
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#uefa
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US politics
fromsfist.com
6 days ago

Trump Now Threatening to Move 2026 World Cup Games Out of 'Dangerous' SF Bay and Seattle

President Trump threatened to move next year's World Cup matches out of U.S. host cities he deems "even a little bit dangerous."
#world-cup-expansion
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#world-cup
fromFortune
2 weeks ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Forget rent - Zohran Mamdani's latest fight is with the World Cup 2026's $6,000 tickets | Fortune

fromsfist.com
2 months ago
World news

Levi's Stadium World Cup Tickets Will Be Available by Lottery, and They're Not Allowed to Call It Levi's Stadium'

fromFortune
2 weeks ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Forget rent - Zohran Mamdani's latest fight is with the World Cup 2026's $6,000 tickets | Fortune

fromsfist.com
2 months ago
World news

Levi's Stadium World Cup Tickets Will Be Available by Lottery, and They're Not Allowed to Call It Levi's Stadium'

more#world-cup
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Ronaldo's sudden interest in return to US is World Cup Trump card that Fifa craves | Barney Ronay

American gun violence, racial disparities in youth deaths, and political image concerns raise serious doubts about hosting the World Cup in the United States.
#dynamic-pricing
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago
Soccer (FIFA)

FIFA says its offering fair access' while defending dynamic pricing for World Cup tickets after Mamdani criticism | amNewYork

fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago
Soccer (FIFA)

FIFA says its offering fair access' while defending dynamic pricing for World Cup tickets after Mamdani criticism | amNewYork

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Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Manchester derby, Moldova's misery and Zohran Mamdani Football Weekly podcast

Manchester derby headlines Premier League return while managerial questions and club form dominate; global football issues and World Cup qualification updates included.
#world-cup-2026
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago
New York City

NYC Mayor's Race: Mamdani pushes FIFA to put Game Over Greed,' stop predatory ticket sales and keep World Cup seats affordable | amNewYork

fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Canada news

Canadians with deep pockets get first crack at 2026 World Cup deluxe ticket packages | CBC Sports

fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago
New York City

NYC Mayor's Race: Mamdani pushes FIFA to put Game Over Greed,' stop predatory ticket sales and keep World Cup seats affordable | amNewYork

fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Canada news

Canadians with deep pockets get first crack at 2026 World Cup deluxe ticket packages | CBC Sports

more#world-cup-2026
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Uefa has last chance to keep genie of domestic matches abroad in its bottle

UEFA and FIFA face decisions that could allow La Liga and Serie A to stage domestic matches abroad, potentially reshaping European football's structure.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Fifa appoints Weah and Drogba to new anti-racism panel

FIFA appointed a 16-member former-players panel, led by George Weah, to advise and drive anti-racism strategies, education, and reforms across global football.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
3 weeks ago

Azteca box owners granted '26 World Cup access

Estadio Banorte paid FIFA so luxury box owners can use their contractual seats during the 2026 World Cup in Mexico City without extra payment.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

World Cup's dynamic pricing model lays bare Fifa's singular motive: profit, at all costs

Fifa will use dynamic ticket pricing for the 2026 World Cup, turning ticket sales into algorithmic price-gouging and undermining fan access.
#sepp-blatter
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#club-world-cup
Real Madrid
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

Sources: Madrid favor biennial Club World Cup

FIFA finds holding a revamped Club World Cup every two years unfeasible despite clubs advocating for it to increase revenue.
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Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

'The biggest event in sport' - Trump announces 2026 World Cup draw

The 2026 men's World Cup draw will be held at the Kennedy Center in Washington on 5 December, announced by US President Donald Trump.
#lassana-diarra
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fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

German Football Federation investigating racism at Cup games DW 08/18/2025

The supervisory committee is investigating the incidents and initiating investigations against the respective clubs, a spokesman for the DFB told Germany's DPA news agency on Monday.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Prospective football agents to take case over Fifa's faulty online exam to Cas

A group of more than 40 candidates have claimed that technical problems with Fifa's online football agent exam compromised the fairness and transparency of the testing process, which took place for the first time on June 18.
Soccer (FIFA)
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Legal case a 'seismic confrontation' between players and Fifa

A class action lawsuit against Fifa seeks compensation for players claiming unlawful regulations have cost them billions in income.
#fifpro
fromESPN.com
2 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

FIFPRO accuses FIFA of 'silencing' player concerns

FIFPRO accuses FIFA of undermining player rights and adopting an autocratic governance model.
fromESPN.com
2 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Sources: FIFA omitted FIFPRO from welfare talks

FIFA held a summit on player welfare without FIFPRO, who advocate for greater consultation on player rest periods.
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Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Would-be football agents complain Fifa's faulty online exam causes one-year delay

Technical issues with Fifa's online football agent exam have left candidates unable to finish the test, with many facing a 12-month wait for a retry.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Trump says Club World Cup trophy will remain in Oval Office after tournament's end

Trump claimed the Club World Cup trophy will remain in the Oval Office while FIFA made a new copy for Chelsea.
#player-welfare
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Players union not invited to Fifa player welfare meeting

Fifpro was excluded from a crucial meeting where Fifa established new player welfare guidelines.
fromESPN.com
2 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

FIFA, players agree to mandatory rest periods

Player unions secured mandatory rest periods of 72 hours between games and a three-week closed season break.
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#chelsea
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fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

The amateur English side who became first world champions

West Auckland Town, known as the first world champions by FIFA, earned their title in 1909 as part of a global football tournament organized by Sir Thomas Lipton.
Soccer (FIFA)
Soccer (FIFA)
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

FIFA Is Abusing Its Players to Keep Authoritarians Happy

FIFA prioritizes television profits and relationships with authoritarian regimes over player health and well-being.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

US set to be host to biggest sporting events with guests it doesn't want | Emma John

Soccer's growing popularity in the U.S., once seen as a sign of moral decay by commentators, indicates a shift towards embracing the sport.
Soccer (FIFA)
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Head of football in Republic of the Congo accused of embezzling $1.3m of Fifa funds

Jean-Guy Blaise Mayolas is accused of embezzling $1.3m of FIFA funds intended for football development in the Republic of the Congo.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Fifa opens office in Trump Tower, deepening ties with US president

Fifa has opened an office at Trump Tower in New York City, marking a tangible relationship with US president Donald Trump, especially ahead of upcoming tournaments.
US politics
Soccer (FIFA)
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

Court orders reinstatement of convictions of ex-Fox executive, marketing firm in FIFA bribery case

Federal appeals court reinstated convictions in FIFA bribery case against Hernan Lopez and Full Play Group.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

FIFA World Cup Fans Can Now Book Private Airbnb Experiences With Football Pros

Airbnb partners with FIFA to offer unique experiences for fans during World Cup events.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Fifa cuts ticket price to $13.40 for Club World Cup semi-final between Chelsea and Fluminense

Fifa reduced ticket prices for the Chelsea vs Fluminense semi-final from $473.90 to $13.40, showcasing dynamic pricing during the tournament.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

FIFA, Neto pay tribute to Jota before CWC QFs

FIFA honored Diogo Jota and André Silva before Club World Cup games following their tragic deaths in a car crash.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Football Daily | Infantino awaits his big bang' as Club World Cup refuses to slide away

A lucrative tournament by FIFA risks the integrity of global football due to overcrowded schedules and questionable ethical practices.
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