Kansas City, the Smallest World Cup Host, Has the World at Its Feet
The Dutch, donning orange and hopping with happy feet, turned the streets of Kansas City into an undulating…
The World Cup Stood as a Break From U.S. Politics. Then Trump Got Involved.
For nearly a month, President Trump had stayed away from the World Cup, not attending games and instead…
Team Medic Recounts Iran’s ‘Stressful’ World Cup Debut in L.A.
Paulo Alexandre Araujo, a sports performance and recovery specialist, has worked with the world’s top soccer players. But…
Why Team Iran Is in a Tough Spot at the World Cup
As the ball slipped into the net, Sahand Vafadary leaped from his seat and twirled his Iran flag…
Iran’s Soccer Federation Says Its World Cup Tickets Have Been Revoked
Iran’s soccer federation said it lost its ability to issue tickets for the 2026 World Cup just days…
Somali Referee Says His World Cup Dream Is Dashed After U.S. Denies Entry
A referee from Somalia said on Tuesday that the biggest dream of his professional life had been shattered…
Amid War, Iran’s Soccer Leader Works to Get His Team to the World Cup
Iran’s preparations for the upcoming World Cup in North America have unfolded against the backdrop of war, bellicose…
Iran’s Team Trains in Limbo for World Cup Overshadowed by War
Guests staying at a sprawling luxury resort on Turkey’s southwestern coast did not seem to notice the famous…
White House Tells Congo’s Soccer Team to Isolate, Citing Ebola Outbreak
The White House has told the Democratic Republic of Congo’s national soccer team to isolate for three weeks…
How Trump Entrusted His World Cup to Another Giuliani
Andrew Giuliani was haggling in a Florida hospital room, defending his presence to his recently comatose father —…
Shakira, Madonna and BTS Are First World Cup Final Halftime Show
Shakira, Madonna and BTS will headline the first halftime show at a World Cup final, FIFA announced early…
World Cup Dynamic Ticket Pricing Drives Argentine Soccer Fans To Extremes
Matias Celestino rattles off in order all 18 qualification games the Argentina men’s national soccer team played en…