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Football and politics collide as World Cup kicks off in shadow of war, travel bans

The 2026 World Cup kicks off on Thursday with a record 48 teams vying for the most coveted prize in football and a slew of controversies over ticket prices, geopolitical tensions and visa restrictions imposed by the Trump administration casting a pall over the beautiful game’s quadrennial extravaganza.

France 24

How forgotten co-hosts Canada can silence their noisy neighbours at World Cup 2026

Led by American Jesse Marsch, Canada’s form is concerning, though a soft group and a lengthy run of home advantage could prove decisive

The Independent UK

Omar Artan scandal reveals Gianni Infantino for what he is: one of sport’s greatest cowards

The Fifa president has prostrated the organisation before Donald Trump and lost control of his own tournament as a result

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How To Watch The 2026 FIFA World Cup Opening Ceremonies For Free — Stream Katy Perry, Alanis Morissette, Michael Bublé Performances

Katy Perry, Alanis Morissette, Michael Bublé and more feature in North America's trilogy of opening ceremonies. Our guide explains how to watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup opening ceremonies online and for free from anywhere.

Cinemablend

Still thinking about World Cup tickets? Here's where prices, availability stand

The World Cup starts Thursday, and FIFA is charging record prices at the 11 stadiums in the United States, three in Mexico and two in Canada

AAP

Can you still get World Cup tickets? Here’s where prices and availability stand

The World Cup starts Thursday, and FIFA is charging record prices at the 11 stadiums in the United States, three in Mexico and two in Canada

The Independent UK

Infantino defends World Cup ticket prices, dismisses referee US entry dispute

FIFA President Gianni Infantino defended World Cup ticket prices on Wednesday, saying critics should blame the wider North American market if FIFA was overcharging. Speaking before the tournament opener, he said FIFA lacked authority to influence US visa decisions but highlighted efforts to secure entry for Iran's national team.

France 24

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Four Takeaways From Gianni Infantino’s Head-Turning World Cup Press Conference

The 56-year-old directly addressed many of the political controversies looming over the impending tournament.

Sports Illustrated

Gianni Infantino’s Trumpian ramble is shambolic start to World Cup

COMMENT: The Fifa president spoke to the media for the first time in three years but, as Miguel Delaney comments, fell short on three major issues that have defined this controversial 2026 World Cup’s build-up

The Independent UK

SPO:Infantino defends World Cup visa issues, ticket prices

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has defended soccer's governing body's handling of visa issues and ticket prices ahead of the World Cup.

AAP

Infantino defends World Cup visa issues, ticket prices

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has defended soccer's governing body's handling of visa issues and ticket prices ahead of the World Cup.

AAP

Infantino plays the hits as Fifa’s defender-in-chief on eve of World Cup

The Fifa president’s monologue before the 2022 World Cup attained legendary status for all the wrong reasons. He was in familiar form four years on

The Guardian - US

Infantino is losing control of World Cup of chaos as his American dream turns sour

The National (Scotland)

Gianni Infantino tells football fans to ‘chill’ in response to Fifa’s critics

The Fifa president has defended the organisation’s handling of the World Cup, saying: ‘Screaming and shouting does not find a solution’

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Infantino defends World Cup ticket prices, says fans 'should chill' about ref denied US entry

The 2026 men's World Cup has been expanded to 48 teams and is the biggest and most ambitious in the event's history, with matches taking place in Mexico, Canada and the United States.

The Independent UK

Gianni Infantino breaks silence over Somali Wold Cup referee denied entry into the US

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The Independent UK

Fifa’s Gianni Infantino says fans should ‘chill’ after World Cup referee denied entry to US

The Fifa president also defended ticket prices and commended his team for getting Iran to the competition

The Independent UK

The true meaning behind the ‘Trumpification’ of the 2026 World Cup

2026 WORLD CUP PREVIEW: The biggest World Cup of all time finally starts today. In so many ways, from Iran and visa issues to 48 teams and 16 venues, it is an unprecedented tournament. Miguel Delaney, on the ground in New York, delves into the details behind the immense scale…

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The Independent UK

World Cup 2026: Gianni Infantino calls for release of detained French journalist

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World Cup what to know: Mexico kicks off a supersized, 48-team tournament

After years of preparation, a supersized World Cup has finally arrived

The Guardian - UK

The Guardian view on the men’s World Cup: the build-up was unedifying, but now the football takes over

Editorial: Rows over US visas and excessive ticket prices have overshadowed flawed tournament preparations. But fans will still hope for a gripping spectacle

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026: Football body's chief Infantino faces questions on eve of tournament

FIFA President Gianni Infantino will address the media before the 2026 World Cup. Concerns linger over high ticket prices and United States immigration policies. Somali referee, Omar Artan was denied entry. Protests are also anticipated in Mexico City with the potential to disrupt the games. Meanwhile, Lionel Messi showed good…

The Times of India

IShowSpeed lands major FIFA World Cup 2026 role after surprise trailer with Gianni Infantino goes viral

IShowSpeed has officially partnered with FIFA for the upcoming World Cup 26 Tour. A new FIFA trailer shows the streamer meeting FIFA President Gianni Infantino at FIFA headquarters while announcing plans to travel across the United States, Canada, and Mexico during the tournament. The move follows the inclusion of Speed’s…

Fortune

FIFA says 'market rates' explain World Cup prices. Economists say the market was rigged by design

FIFA launched its own resale marketplace and collects 30% on every ticket resold. Economists say it was designed to extract revenue at every stage.

The Independent UK

Nearly 180,000 tickets are still available through World Cup resale portals: report

The opening match for the U.S. team against Paraguay is still not sold out

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