Sepp Blatter warns fans to avoid the 2026 World Cup in the US, citing safety and immigration concerns, while FIFA works to ensure smooth travel and tournament organisation.


Ex-FIFA president warns fans against traveling to US for 2026 World Cup. Here's why

England fans also reacted strongly after receiving official price details from the Football Association. The cheapest tickets for England’s first group match against Croatia in Dallas will cost $265 (£195). 

World Cup 2026 ticket shocker: FIFA faces fan backlash over sky-rocketing prices

FIFA World Cup draw 2026: South Africa to take on Mexico in opening mach. Check all teams, groups, key games, schedule and dates. Full list here

Cabo Verde, Curacao, Jordan and Uzbekistan will also feature in their first-ever World Cup, adding fresh stories to the global stage.

How to watch FIFA World Cup 2026 draw live in India, full schedule and pots

Iran has decided not to participate in the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw on Dec 5 in Washington, after the United States refused to issue visas

FIFA World Cup 2026: Iran set to boycott tournament draw because of US visa restrictions, says federation

If Italy get through that match on March 26 next year, they will play the winner of Wales's semi-final against Bosnia-Herzegovina five days later. The Italians will be hoping to avoid the painful elimination they suffered in the playoffs for the 2022 finals in Qatar.

Italy to face Northern Ireland in 2026 World Cup playoffs

Under the new FIFA prioritized appointment scheduling system announced on Monday (Nov 17), the fans with tickets to the US-hosted game will get priority appointment for the visas at the embassies world wide.

US announces new visa system for FIFA World Cup 2026 ticket holders, insists 'no guarantees'

Germany took early control as they beat Slovakia 6-0 in Leipzig. The Netherlands took longer to pull away before overcoming Lithuania 4-0 in Amsterdam.

Germany, Netherland book FIFA World Cup 2026 spots with cruising wins

Norway would have had to lose by nine goals or more in order to be overtaken by Italy for the group's only automatic place for next summer's finals in North America, but Stale Solbakken's side ended their campaign in glorious fashion.

Haaland helps Norway sink Italy for first FIFA World Cup berth since 1998

Ronaldo has played in five editions of FIFA World Cup from 2006 to 2022. Overall, he has played 20 world cup matches and scored eight goals. His best individual performance came in 2018 FIFA World Cup when he scored four goals in four matches.

For Cristiano Ronaldo, winning a FIFA World Cup is 'not a dream'

World Cup winner Gennaro Gattuso replaces Luciano Spalletti as new Italy coach

With Uzbekistan and Jordan qualifying for their maiden FIFA World Cup 2026. Let us have a glance at the six teams that booked their World Cup berth in June 2025.

FIFA World Cup 2026 : From Australia to Brazil, 6 countries that punched their tickets during June qualifiers

Palestine’s dream of making it to their maiden FIFA World Cup came to a painful end on Tuesday (June 10) at the King Abdullah II Stadium in Amman as Oman scored late in the AFC Qualifiers.

Late Oman equaliser officially cut shorts Palestine's 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification dream

From Brazil to Germany, here are five nations to participate in most FIFA World Cups also featuring Italy, England and Argentina. 

From Brazil to Germany, meet 5 nations to participate in most FIFA World Cups (Men’s)

Sports, Football: Japan failed to sparkle on a chilly night in Saitama until Crystal Palace's Kamada pounced for the opener in the 66th minute.

Japan becomes first country to qualify for FIFA World Cup 2026

Japan move closer to FIFA World Cup 2026 qualification with crushing win over China

Harry Kane hopeful of extending England career beyond FIFA World Cup 2026

Thomas Tuchel targets 2026 FIFA World Cup glory as he takes over as England manager

FIFA World Cup: 12 groups of 4 teams each to feature in 2026 tournament; 104 matches to take place

EXPLAINED: Decision to switch 2026 FIFA WC format back to 4-team groups could be confirmed later this month

The controversial proposal has faced warnings that it would dilute the quality of play and overburn already exhausted players

Football: FIFA approves 48 teams for World Cup 2026

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