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FIFA to meet Iran on US World Cup participation

FIFA Secretary-General Mattias Grafström is scheduled to meet with officials from the Iranian Football Federation (FFIRI) in Istanbul on Saturday to provide "reassurance" regarding Iran's participation in the World Cup, according to a source familiar with the discussions.

16 May 2026-16:21
Son Heung-min named in South Korea World Cup squad

16 May 2026-12:34
Shakira and Burna Boy release official World Cup anthem Dai Dai

Colombian pop star Shakira and Nigerian artist Burna Boy have released “Dai Dai,” the official anthem of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be held across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The track marks Shakira’s return to World Cup music after her global success with “Waka Waka” in 2010.

15 May 2026-15:41
'Maximum David': Beckham pushes Lenovo's AI tech to the limit

David Beckham has teamed up with Lenovo for a new global marketing campaign focused on artificial intelligence ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

15 May 2026-15:02
US drops visa bond fees for some 2026 World Cup fans

The Trump administration has decided to suspend visa bond payments of up to $15,000 for some football fans travelling to the United States for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, easing concerns over high travel costs and strict entry requirements.

15 May 2026-14:18
Madonna, Shakira, BTS set for World Cup final halftime show

14 May 2026-09:18
World Cup 2026 faces heat concerns amid climate warnings

Experts have warned that players and fans at the 2026 FIFA World Cup could face dangerous levels of heat and humidity due to climate change, with some matches potentially taking place under conditions considered unsafe.

14 May 2026-08:28
Why is this World Cup especially important for Iran?

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian visited the country’s national football team ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup as preparations intensified for the tournament that will be hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico.

14 May 2026-06:44
Iran’s Pezeshkian visits national squad ahead of World Cup 2026

On Wednesday night, Tehran’s Enghelab Square became a hub of national pride and football enthusiasm as thousands of fans gathered to see off Iran’s national team ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

13 May 2026-23:53
2026 World Cup to feature star-studded opening ceremonies

The 2026 World Cup will feature three separate opening ceremonies, with each of the three host nations — Mexico, United States, and Canada — hosting its own star-studded celebration.

09 May 2026-10:51

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