FIFA has unveiled an 11-member Technical Study Group for the 2026 World Cup to analyse matches and select individual award winners
Iran’s 2026 World Cup participation to be clarified in Zurich talks as FIFA invites FFIRI to resolve outstanding issues ahead of the tournament
CAF support Infantino FIFA re-election confirmed as African football leaders unanimously back Gianni Infantino for 2027–2031 FIFA presidency
FIFA World Cup tax exemption plan advances as officials negotiate relief for 2026 finalists, easing costs ahead of expanded tournament in the US
Kylian Mbappe leads Champions League top scorers with 15 goals, ahead of Harry Kane after semi-final first leg matches
FIFA U-17 World Cup draw 2026 confirmed for Zurich as officials prepare for Qatar men’s and Morocco women’s youth tournaments
FIFA 2026 World Cup prize increase sees higher preparation and participation fees approved for teams ahead of the tournament in North America
FIFA Iran Italy World Cup swap rejected as FIFA confirms Iran will compete at the tournament despite political proposals to replace them
FIFA Iran Italy World Cup 2026 proposal emerges as Trump envoy Paolo Zampolli urges replacement of Iran with Italy at the tournament
Analyst warns that high ticket and travel costs may stop many fans from attending the 2026 World Cup, reducing its emotional appeal
