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footballIran's World Cup Squad Awaits Crucial Visas Ahead of 2026 Opening Match
With the opening group game just days away, Iran's national football team is set to receive Mexican entry visas on Wednesday and U.S. visas on Friday, according to sources close to Team Melli.
footballMessi Takes Solo Session as Argentina Opens U.S. Camp Amid Hamstring Recovery
Lionel Messi participated in Argentina's first training session in the United States alone, signaling a cautious approach to his hamstring injury ahead of the World Cup.
footballArtist Sues FIFA for $25 Million Over Dallas Whale Mural Paint‑Over
A Dallas‑based muralist has filed a $25 million lawsuit against FIFA, alleging the governing body and its commercial partners illegally painted over his iconic whale mural in downtown Dallas during preparations for the World Cup.
footballMexican FA’s CAS Appeal on Anti‑Gay Chant Penalties Rejected
Just days before the World Cup kicks off in Mexico City, the Mexican Football Federation’s bid to overturn FIFA fines for anti‑gay chants was dismissed by the Court of Arbitration for Sport.
footballFIFA Introduces Real‑Time Offside Technology for the 2026 World Cup
FIFA will replace the delayed offside flag with an instant, semi‑automated system at the 2026 World Cup, aiming to cut errors and speed up decision‑making on the pitch.
footballSwiss striker Breel Embolo’s U.S. arrival delayed amid travel document review
Switzerland forward Breel Embolo missed his scheduled flight to the United States for the World Cup after immigration officials flagged his paperwork for additional scrutiny.
footballAll 48 FIFA World Cup Final Squads Ranked: A Comprehensive Analysis
ESPN FC has released the official 26‑player rosters for every nation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This article ranks all 48 squads, examines their strengths, and looks ahead to the group stage.
footballAlaba cleared for World Cup while Baumgartner misses tournament
Austria’s captain David Alaba has been given medical clearance to travel to Qatar for the FIFA World Cup, but midfielder Christoph Baumgartner will miss the competition after failing fitness tests.
footballAll 16 Host Cities Confirmed for the 2026 FIFA World Cup
The United States, Canada and Mexico have finalized the list of sixteen cities that will host matches in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, marking the first tournament co‑hosted by three nations.
footballHow to Track the Record-Breaking 2026 World Cup Across BBC Platforms
The 2026 FIFA World Cup, the largest edition yet, kicks off on June 11. BBC offers a suite of digital and broadcast options for fans to stay updated on matches, highlights and analysis.
footballFrance Defender William Saliba Listed as Doubtful for World Cup After Back Injury
Arsenal and France centre‑back William Saliba sustained a back problem weeks ago, leaving his participation in the upcoming FIFA World Cup in doubt, according to multiple sources cited by ESPN FC.
footballAll 2026 FIFA World Cup Squads Confirmed Ahead of Final Submission Deadline
With the June 1 deadline fast approaching, every nation competing in the 2026 FIFA World Cup has now submitted its 23‑player roster, completing the tournament’s full squad register.