18d ago

FIFA says it has received more than 500 million ticket requests for the World Cup

FIFA said it will notify people about their ticket applications no earlier than Feb. 5 and will allocate tickets randomly for matches for which demand exceeds availability.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Official Draw - VIP Welcome Reception
FIFA World Cup 2026 Official Draw - VIP Welcome Reception
18d ago

'Absolutely insane': Fans hoping to attend World Cup already feel priced out

In the latest ticketing phase, some face value Group Stage seats cost as much as $700. Most Final tickets were listed for thousands of dollars.
A aerial view of MetLife Stadium
A aerial view of MetLife Stadium
19d ago

Trump travel ban leaves Senegal and Ivory Coast fans in limbo for World Cup

The two countries were added in December to the list of countries with partial restrictions on entry to the United States.
Senegal fans at the Africa Cup Of Nations match
Senegal fans at the Africa Cup Of Nations match
32d ago

Milan Cortina 2026

Milan Cortina 2026

Welcome, 2026! Here are the landmark events that will happen in the new year.

From the slopes to outer space, several major events will draw audiences from around the country and the world.
Photo grid of images with background text that reads: 2026
Photo grid of images with background text that reads: 2026
47d ago

FIFA slashes price of some World Cup tickets to $60 after global fan backlash

The number of $60 tickets for each game is likely to be in the hundreds, rather than the thousands, in what FIFA is calling a “Supporter Entry Tier” price category.
Gianni Infantino
Gianni Infantino
53d ago

With schedule now nearly set, more World Cup tickets are going on sale

Group stage matches are being played in 16 venues across North America, with American, Canadian and Mexican games appearing to be the most expensive.
The FIFA World Cup Trophy.
The FIFA World Cup Trophy.
54d ago

Egypt and Iran complain about planned World Cup 'Pride' match in Seattle

Egypt's soccer federation sent a letter to FIFA “categorically rejecting any activities related to supporting homosexuality during the match.”
Egypt Guinea Bissau WCup Soccer
Egypt Guinea Bissau WCup Soccer
55d ago

World Cup to include 3-minute hydration breaks in each half of all games

Referees will stop games 22 minutes into each half for players to take drinks, regardless of the temperature or whether the games are played outdoors or in domes.
Gustavo Gomez drinks from a Powerade bottle near his teammates
Gustavo Gomez drinks from a Powerade bottle near his teammates
57d ago

World Cup final will be an afternoon match at MetLife Stadium

The World Cup final will kick off at 3 p.m. at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on July 19, 2026.
Supporters attend the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 semifinal.
Supporters attend the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 semifinal.
68d ago

Cristiano Ronaldo set to avoid ban at World Cup

FIFA published a disciplinary verdict Tuesday that imposed a three-game ban but with two of those games deferred for a one-year probation period.
Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal against Dara O'Shea of Republic of Ireland
Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal against Dara O'Shea of Republic of Ireland
75d ago

Celebrations from tiny Curaçao to Haiti as minnows end long World Cup waits

Curaçao, Haiti, Panama and Scotland qualified for next year’s men's FIFA World Cup, while the USMNT thrashed Uruguay 5-1 to boost its standing.
Image: TOPSHOT-FBL-WC-2026-CONCACAF-JAM-NED
Image: TOPSHOT-FBL-WC-2026-CONCACAF-JAM-NED