Fifa World Cup News - Latest Updates & Headlines
Global game changer: The reality of the tourism boom driven by sporting events
London, April 15: Sporting events keep the audience entertained, and these events practically empower and assist tourism in the host country: Football, cricket, the Olympics - those types of major international events breathe new life into tourism in host countries and their surrounding regions.
Darren Cann to officiate final professional match of record-breaking career
New Delhi, April 9: The Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL) have announced that assistant referee Darren Cann will officiate his final professional match when Manchester City take on Crystal Palace in a Premier League match this saturday.
India to play Thailand, Mongolia, Timor Leste, Iraq in AFC Women's Asian Cup qualifiers
Kuala Lumpur, March 27: The India senior women's team were drawn alongside Thailand, Mongolia, Timor Leste and Iraq in Group B of the AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026 Qualifiers, following the draw conducted at the AFC House in Kuala Lumpur on Thursday.
'I am unhappy with the situation': Hansi Flick criticises scheduling of Barcelona's fixtures
Barcelona, March 26: FC Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick has criticised the scheduling of fixtures as his side will be playing against Osasuna on Friday (IST), just one day after the South American FIFA World Cup Qualifiers took place, rendering important players unavailable for the clash.
Argentina seal FIFA WC 2026 spot after Bolivia's draw with Uruguay
Buenos Aires, March 26: Reigning Champions Champions Argentina have qualified for the FIFA World Cup 2026 without kicking a ball after Bolivia's goalless draw at home to Uruguay in the qualifiers.
FIFA WC qualifiers: England, Poland and Albania ease to victory
London, March 25: A glorious free-kick from Reece James set England en route to a comfortable 3-0 victory over Latvia in the UEFA qualifying for the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Pochettino confident of US regaining form before 2026 FIFA World Cup
Inglewood (USA), March 24: Head coach Mauricio Pochettino urged patience following the United States' 2-1 defeat to Canada, stressing there is still time to improve ahead of next year's FIFA World Cup.
FIFA WC Qualifiers: Anthony Gordon withdraws from England squad due to injury
London, March 23: Anthony Gordon has withdrawn from the England national camp due to an injury, that he sustained during a win over Albania in the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers. England face Latvia on Monday evening in their second World Cup qualifier.
Our goal is to make impact in 2026 FIFA World Cup: Japan captain Endo
Saitama, March 22: Wataru Endo said Japan can win the FIFA World Cup 2026 after becoming the first team to qualify and the Liverpool ace urged fans to buy into the ambitious target.
FIFA WC Qualifiers: Vini's late winner bags victory for Brazil as Peru snatch lifeline
Brasilia, March 21: Vinicius Junior's last-gasp goal helped Brazil snatch a victory over Colombia and jumped to second place in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, with 21 points.
Japan become first team to qualify for 2026 FIFA WC after win over Bahrain
Saitama (Japan), March 20: Japan have made history by becoming the first nation to secure qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating Bahrain 2-0 on Thursday.
'It is a dream come true to play for Canada': Jebbison reflects on nationality switch
New Delhi, March 19: Daniel Jebbison, the AFC Bournemouth forward, has become one of Canada's most notable dual national recruits as the country prepares for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
'Upcoming FIFA WC qualifiers are going to be Brazil's toughest test yet': Wolves midfielder Andre
Brazilia, March 19: The Brazilian national team will resume their World Cup qualification campaign. They are preparing for what Wolverhampton midfielder Andre believes will be their most challenging window of the campaign.
Messi rested for FIFA WC qualifiers against Brazil, Uruguay due to discomfort
New Delhi, March 17: Lionel Messi has been rested by Argentina ahead of their two FIFA World Cup qualifiers games which was confirmed after head coach Lionel Scaloni announced the 26-man squad on Monday. Alongside Messi, Paulo Dybala also misses out on his third consecutive national team duty through injury.
FIFA announces first-ever half-time show for 2026 World Cup final
Dallas (USA), March 5: FIFA President Gianni Infantino has announced that the FIFA World Cup 2026 will see the first-ever halftime show take place at the Metlife Stadium during the final of the tournament.