Why was Somali FIFA World Cup referee Artan barred from entering USA
Omar Artan, the only Somali referee selected for the FIFA World Cup and Africa’s best referee in 2025, has been denied entry into the United States due to unspecified vetting concerns.
Will Neymar play in Brazil’s World Cup opener? Latest injury update
Neymar is recovering well from a calf injury and remains in contention for Brazil’s World Cup opener against Morocco, according to the Brazilian federation.
FIFA World Cup warm-ups: Why did Scotland cancel its match against Norway?
Norway manager Stale Solbakken accused Scotland of acting “unprofessionally” after a planned behind-closed-doors training match was cancelled at short notice. Here’s why the fixture was called off and how Scotland defended the decision.
FIFA World Cup warm-ups: Michael Olise hat-trick leads France to 3-1 win over Northern Ireland
Michael Olise continued his fine form with a hat-trick as France beat Northern Ireland 3-1 in a World Cup warm-up match in Lille.
FIFA World Cup warm-ups: Last-gasp Gakpo penalty gives Netherlands narrow win over Uzbekistan
The Netherlands can now look ahead to the World Cup, with its opening group-stage fixture against Wataru Endo’s Japan taking place in Arlington this weekend.
FIFA president Infantino targeted in fresh criminal complaint by his former boss Platini
In his complaint, Michel Platini alleges a conspiracy of false accusation and influence peddling to prevent him from becoming FIFA president a decade ago.
Jurrien Timber to miss FIFA World Cup 2026 due to injury
Timber, who returned after a two-month lay-off to feature in the Champions League final defeat to PSG on May 30, will miss the World Cup.
FIFA World Cup: How a monument to freedom inspired France’s 2026 away kit
For the 2026 away kit, Nike has moved away from France’s traditional white-dominated designs.
Netherlands FIFA World Cup 2026 Preview: Dutch look to re-establish their status
Netherlands will enter the latest edition as the best team never to have lifted the trophy, having reached the finals thrice (1974, 1978, and 2010).
FIFA World Cup 2026: Full list of mascots from every edition since 1966
Here is the full list of mascots from all editions of the FIFA World Cup.