Tags

FIFA

Donald Trump
High prices, empty hotels: US fears World Cup sticker shock will deter fans
Hospitality industry expected record occupancy, raised prices and banked on billions in tourism, but soaring ticket prices, less attractive teams and Trump-era politics have left rooms empty as fans seek cheaper motels and Airbnbs outside cities
Tzippy Shmilovitz, New York | 05.26.26
קונגו
Ebola crisis in Congo raises fears ahead of 2026 World Cup
Less than a month before the 2026 World Cup, Congo’s Ebola outbreak is raising global concern; The team canceled its Kinshasa camp, the US imposed entry restrictions and FIFA is monitoring fears that the crisis could disrupt the summer tournament
ynet | 05.23.26
אצטדיון מטלייף
World's biggest sporting event: The 2026 World Cup has become a $41 billion growth engine
The international soccer tournament opening next month in the US, Canada and Mexico will be the largest sporting event in history; With 48 teams representing 62% of global GDP, it is expected to spark a digital revolution and break internet consumption records
Gad Lior | 05.18.26
Mural by Hooman Khalili featuring children murdered by the Iranian regime and Hezbollah. the mural was unveiled in Texas, May 14, 2026
Texas mural honors Druze and Iranian children killed by Iran and its proxies
Iranian-American artist Hooman Khalili unveiled the soccer-themed mural near Houston, linking Druze children killed by Hezbollah in Majdal Shams with Iranian children killed in regime crackdowns
The Media Line | 05.15.26
Iran will play World Cup matches in the US, FIFA boss says
Iranian Football Federation officials, including Mehdi Taj, turned back at Toronto airport after Canada denied entry to a delegation member over links to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, officials said
Reuters | 04.30.26
אוהדי נבחרת איראן מונדיאל קטאר
Iran will be at World Cup and play in US, FIFA says
President Gianni Infantino stresses that Iran's 'matches will be played where they are supposed to be, according to the draw
AFP | 03.31.26
ואלוורדה
FIFA unveils $75 million plan for Gaza: New soccer fields, academy and national stadium
The international soccer federation will invest $75 million under a plan aimed at helping rebuild the area after extensive destruction, though it remains unclear when work will be able to begin
ynet | 02.20.26
US President Donald Trump and FIFA President Gianni Infantino
Iran to play at least one FIFA World Cup game on US soil
Iran will open the World Cup campaign against New Zealand in Seattle or Inglewood, California, as visa disputes, recent US airstrikes and long-standing political tensions add diplomatic strain ahead of the 2026 tournament
Associated Press | 12.06.25
אוהדי נבחרת איראן
Iran holds briefing with national soccer team on war with Israel during World Cup 2026
Iranian soccer officials, coaches and players are set to receive security briefings on how to act should a war with Israel break out during the 2026 FIFA World Cup; Iran's believes Israel would avoid launching attack while US is hosting tournament
ynet | 12.02.25
נשיא ארה"ב דונלד טראמפ עם שחקני צ'לסי
Between Ronaldo and FIFA: Trump’s risky romance with global sport
From Gianni Infantino’s strategic embrace to Cristiano Ronaldo’s White House visit, President Trump is tightening his grip on sports to project power, visibility and a new political narrative; even a trail runner’s cheating case ended in a pardon
Zeev Avrahami | 11.24.25
שחקני נבחרת ישראל
Despite ceasefire, Israel faces renewed threat of expulsion from FIFA and UEFA competitions
Several European associations - including Ireland, Turkey, Slovenia and Norway - are promoting an initiative to suspend Israeli teams; The reason: Israeli clubs playing across the Green Line, and the failure to implement an anti-racism policy; Israeli chairman Shino Zuaretz is conducting urgent talks with the UEFA president to prevent vote; 'If it goes to a vote—the outcome is obvious'
Nadav Zenziper | 11.09.25
צ'פרין וזוארץ
UEFA president tells Israel European soccer league remains neutral on expulsion
 Head of UEFA made it clear to the chairman of the Israeli association that, despite the various reports, the issue of expelling Israel's national team is not on the agenda at all; FIFA president also sent reassuring message
Nadav Zenziper | 10.03.25
נבחרת ישראל
Turkish soccer chief calls on FIFA, UEFA to ban Israel
Appeal comes as European soccer’s governing body, UEFA, prepares for an emergency vote next week on whether to suspend Israel from its tournaments; national federations have faced mounting political pressure after calls for action
Reuters | 09.26.25
שחקני נבחרת ישראל מאוכזבים
UEFA to weigh expelling Israel from competitions as US vows to block move
Report says most European nations back suspension over Gaza campaign, citing Russia precedent; Israel scrambles diplomacy as Washington presses FIFA, with World Cup 2026 on horizon
Ynet | 09.25.25
הפגנה ישראל
New York billboard campaign urges UEFA, FIFA to ban Israel from international soccer
The #GameOverIsrael campaign, backed by rights groups, pro-Palestinian activists, and former stars Gary Lineker and Eric Cantona, calls on UEFA and FIFA to suspend Israel from global soccer, citing Gaza war and sports infrastructure destruction 
Daniel Edelson, New York | 09.17.25
More Articles
Hot Tags
Today
This Week
This Month
Ahmad TibiAliyahAll CapsAndi MurezAnimalsanti-IsraeliAntisemitismApple TV+ArgentinaBalad
Hot Tags
Today
This Week
This Month
Ahmad TibiAliyahAll CapsAndi MurezAnimalsanti-IsraeliAntisemitismApple TV+ArgentinaBalad
Related Tags
GazaIranUnited StatesHezbollahDonald TrumpSoccerChildrenDruzeSportsEconomy
""