World Cup, FIFA and Iran
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Expansion to 48 teams provides the best chance yet for smaller nations to reach the World Cup, including those who have never done so before.
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FIFA World Cup drama: What punishment does Iran risk if it withdraws from the 2026 tournament?
The tournament, set to be hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada, could face an unprecedented situation in modern soccer if Iran ultimately decides not to participate. With less than three months remaining before the start of the 2026 World Cup,
Tickets for this month’s World Cup Play-Off Tournament matches in Mexico which will determine two of the final six vacant spots in this summer’s historic 48-team tournament went on sale Tuesday.
Iran could face a ban from future FIFA competitions if they decide to withdraw from the 2026 FIFA World Cup amid the ongoing war against Israel and US.
McGarvey and other lawmakers told FIFA a "financially exclusionary" dynamic pricing model is putting World Cup matches out of reach for many fans.
Curacao, which will train in Boca Raton, is the smallest nation to ever qualify for the FIFA World Cup. Get to know the classic underdog Blue Wave.
WORLD CUP chiefs face big decisions after Iran announced they would withdraw from the tournament. Fifa need to act quickly, with play-offs to fill the remaining places in the event due to take
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Where is USMNT World Cup training camp? Site Mauricio Pochettino, USA squad will convene for 2026 FIFA tournament
The USMNT will be under a heavy spotlight at its home World Cup, even outside of matchdays.