World cup soccer
Israel withdraws support for embattled FIFA President Gianni Infantino
In a letter sent by Israel Football Association Chairman Shino Moshe Zuares, the IFA informed FIFA that it was withdrawing its previous letter of support for Infantino.
Trump warns FIFA against replacing President Gianni Infantino after his subsidiary proposal
The flag on the jersey - opinion
FIFA World Cup 2026 final sets KAN network record as most watched since 1998
At the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Israeli security firms play defense against drone, cyber threats
CYBER AFFAIRS: One cybersecurity company, KELA Group, referred to the World Cup, which is ongoing in the US, Mexico, and Canada, as the “largest digital battlefield in history.”
Iran to lodge formal complaint over US World Cup visa conditions for players and coaches
US authorities require them to enter within 24 hours of a match and leave the same day, leading team coach Amir Ghalenoei to say Iran were the "most oppressed" team in the tournament.
Canada makes history, routs Qatar for first World Cup victory
"Obviously, we know that what we've done today is historical for the country, our first one in the World Cup, and to do it in that fashion is really amazing," leading goalscorer Jonathan David said.
Soccer fans flock to Mexico City cathedral to pray to 'Soccer baby Jesus' for World Cup victory
Fans from Argentina, Colombia, Spain, Mexico, and other countries posed in front of the figure for photos or to ask for victory for their national teams.
Israeli flag removed at World Cup match as Palestinian flags remain
An Israeli flag was reportedly removed from a fan at a World Cup match between Iran and New Zealand, while nearby Palestinian flags were left in place, Hebrew media reported.
FIFA plans to organize match between Israel, Palestine during September U-15 tournament - report
The match would be played during a symbolic tournament in the US, with players from all 211 of FIFA’s member associations present, including Russia.
Ebola risk for FIFA World Cup is 'extremely low', but US host cities are prepared, experts say
US hospitals and agencies have enhanced preparedness due to the Ebola outbreak in the DRC. Officials note that "Ebola isn't airborne and doesn't spread through casual contact."
Iranian soccer team arrives in US for FIFA World Cup as the two countries reach a peace deal
The US Iran peace deal is expected to be signed in Switzerland on Friday, with Pakistani and Swiss mediators present.
Iran's World Cup team gets warm send-off from fans in Tijuana, Mexico
Supporters in Mexico waved Iranian flags and chanted “Team Melli” as Iran’s players departed for their World Cup opener in Los Angeles.
World Cup bus set alight as chaotic celebrations erupt in Manhattan after Knicks win NBA
"They are expressing their happiness, a little bit violently, but it is what it is," said Youssef Sabbr, a 49-year-old Canadian of Moroccan descent.
