US defends Iran FIFA World Cup travel restrictions, says discussions ongoingUS officials are maintaining Iran's World Cup travel plan despite the team's complaints about restrictions. While Iran's coach called them ...
21 Jun, 2026, 08.42 AM IST
Age against the machine: Messi & Vozinha, unlike Ronaldo so far, have shown that they can make a mountain out of ‘over-the-hill’Age is just a number for football legends as Lionel Messi, at 38, delivered a stunning World Cup hat-trick, proving his enduring magic. Mea...
20 Jun, 2026, 11.36 PM IST
US official says Iran knew team would have to leave the country shortly after World Cup matchThe United States has defended its handling of Iran’s World Cup travel arrangements after the team complained it was forced to leave immedi...
17 Jun, 2026, 10.37 AM IST
FIFA 2026: Hotel boom fails to kick off as overseas demand hit by migration rules, ticket prices, airfaresIndian-origin hoteliers in the US report subdued international interest for the football World Cup, citing stricter immigration policies, h...
17 Jun, 2026, 10.29 AM IST
World Cup 2026: Visa expired after just one game for Iran Footballer Mehdi Torabi who is linked to Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-IRGC, attended pro-government rallies in Tehran after US-Israel strikesIran national team are commuting from their tournament base in the Mexican border city of Tijuana for their three World Cup group-stage m...
17 Jun, 2026, 03.53 AM IST
FIFA World Cup 2026: Belgium plays 1-1 draw against Egypt as Lukaku forces own goal error from HanyEgypt's bid for a first World Cup win was thwarted by Belgium. Emam Ashour scored early for Egypt. Romelu Lukaku came on and immediately fo...
16 Jun, 2026, 07.33 AM IST
World Cup referee Omar Artan will receive full fee from FIFA despite being denied entry to the USSomali referee Omar Artan will receive his full World Cup fee despite being denied entry to the United States. Artan, a top official, was d...
14 Jun, 2026, 09.21 PM IST
Australia embraces immigrants on World Cup squad with message that soccer is for everyoneAustralia's Socceroos are highlighting their immigrant players before the World Cup. This message of inclusion comes as anti-immigrant feel...
14 Jun, 2026, 12.07 AM IST
Kids' nonprofit in Seattle returns 20 free FIFA World Cup tickets over barring of Somali refereeA Seattle youth soccer group returned World Cup tickets after a Somali referee was denied entry to the U.S. Ali Abdulla, leader of the Afri...
14 Jun, 2026, 12.01 AM IST
With war now football by others means, be prepared for new World Cup champsThe World Cup faces political challenges. Visiting teams, especially Iran, encounter travel restrictions and potential discrimination. The ...
13 Jun, 2026, 11.42 PM IST
World Cup kicks off after high ticket prices, visa issues dog buildupThe 2026 World Cup, the largest in history, has commenced in Mexico City with co-hosts Mexico facing South Africa. Projected to generate a ...
12 Jun, 2026, 11.02 AM IST
Football: 'Chill, relax': Gianni Infantino defends FIFA over World Cup visa issuesFIFA President Gianni Infantino addressed concerns regarding visa issues for the upcoming World Cup. He stated that FIFA cannot dictate imm...
12 Jun, 2026, 12.53 AM IST
World Cup 2026: This country's supporters banned from this year's event, claim fans' associationIvory Coast play two of their three group matches in Philadelphia, against Ecuador on June 15 and Curacao on June 25 either side of a trip ...
11 Jun, 2026, 05.12 PM IST
Samosa, pani puri in Tokyo: Patna's 'Jaggu Dhaba' brings Bihari desi flavours to Japan. Watch videoA taste of home is now available in Tokyo! 'Jaggu Dhaba', a restaurant founded by a man from Patna, is delighting patrons with authentic No...
11 Jun, 2026, 11.39 AM IST
Who is Omar Abdulkadir Artan and why was he denied entry to US For FIFA World Cup 2026?Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan, set to be the first from his nation at a FIFA World Cup, was denied entry to the US due to suspected ...
11 Jun, 2026, 11.03 AM IST
A World Cup of miracles, migrations and a lesson for Indian footballThe 2026 World Cup celebrates new teams and inspiring journeys. Nations like Iraq and debutants Curacao and Cape Verde showcase grit and ro...
11 Jun, 2026, 01.05 AM IST
FIFA World Cup 2026: Football body's chief Infantino faces questions on eve of tournamentFIFA President Gianni Infantino will address the media before the 2026 World Cup. Concerns linger over high ticket prices and United States...
10 Jun, 2026, 03.30 PM IST