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Stadium or spaceship? The mega-arenas redefining World Cup 2026

The tournament will be played across 16 venues in the US, Mexico and Canada, with many NFL stadiums adapted for FIFA rules and designed around giant screens, retractable roofs, luxury suites and all-day entertainment

Amnon Direktor | 06.12.26

Iran says FIFA denied World Cup tickets to fans, accusing US of political move

Iran’s soccer federation says its fan ticket allocation for three World Cup matches in the United States was revoked, while Washington says the national team will be allowed to enter the country one day before each game

ynet | 06.10.26

Israel’s only representative at the World Cup is a 12-year-old girl

Ayala Ohana, who has Gaucher disease, was chosen by Kia to bring the ball onto the field before France faces Senegal at MetLife Stadium; in a ynet interview with her father, she spoke about her excitement, illness, bullying and social media support

Sharon Kidon | 06.06.26

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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