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World Cup blackout? Millions in India and China may miss 2026 games

Millions of football fans in India and China could face uncertainty over watching the upcoming World Cup, as broadcast rights negotiations remain unresolved in both markets.

04 May 2026-17:35
Iran football chief refuses to speak to Canadian PM after “insulting” treatment

The head of Iran’s football federation, Mehdi Taj, refused a request from Canadian officials to speak with Prime Minister Mark Carney after Iranian delegates were allegedly subjected to “insulting” treatment by border officers, according to the federation’s spokesman.

04 May 2026-10:32
FIFA President confirms Iran’s World Cup participation despite diplomatic tensions

During the FIFA Congress in North America, President Gianni Infantino addressed the sensitive absence of the Iranian delegation, confirming that Iran will participate in the 2026 World Cup and play its matches in the United States as scheduled.

01 May 2026-13:58
Canada blocks entry of Iranian soccer delegates ahead of World Cup

Canada recently denied entry to Iranian soccer officials for a FIFA conference just weeks before the World Cup. However, a senior government official suggested the refusal may have been unintentional, according to media reports on Thursday.

30 Apr 2026-22:45
FIFA expands financial distribution for 2026 World Cup

The FIFA Council has approved a 15 percent increase in financial distribution for all 48 participating teams at the 2026 World Cup, bringing the total to 871 million U.S. dollars, FIFA announced on Wednesday.

29 Apr 2026-13:52
FIFA considers scrapping yellow card rule ahead of 2026 World Cup

FIFA is preparing a potential rule change ahead of the 2026 World Cup that could see the removal of the yellow card accumulation limit during the tournament.

29 Apr 2026-10:28
FIFA approves historic rule change allowing exiled Afghan women to play official matches

Fifa has approved a rule change allowing Afghan ⁠women footballers to play official international matches in its competitions, giving players exiled since the Taliban's return to power a route back.

29 Apr 2026-10:15
FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets surge — Here’s why

FIFA’s decision to release the latest tranche of World Cup tickets, coinciding with the 50-day countdown mark for the tournament, has left fans more frustrated than excited in advance of the biggest sporting event in the world.

24 Apr 2026-15:26
US envoy suggests Italy replace Iran at World Cup 2026

A special envoy for U.S. President Donald Trump has suggested that Italy could replace Iran at the upcoming FIFA World Cup, according to comments reported by international media.

23 Apr 2026-16:50
Iran considers 2026 World Cup withdrawal amid security and political concerns

The Iranian government has placed the national football team's participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup under review, citing significant security risks and geopolitical tensions.

21 Apr 2026-16:45