Tag: FIFA World Cup 2026
FIFA Clears Balogun to Face Belgium Despite Red Card, Sparking Outrage
SEATTLE (FN) — FIFA’s decision to suspend U.S. striker Folarin Balogun’s red-card ban and allow him to face Belgium in the World Cup Round...
Heatwave Sweeps U.S., Canada Ahead of July 4 and World Cup
WASHINGTON (FN) — A powerful heatwave continues to blanket large parts of the United States and southern Canada, raising concerns about public safety ahead...
Cape Verde Face Argentina in Historic World Cup Showdown
MIAMI (FN) — A classic David versus Goliath encounter will take center stage at the World Cup on Friday as tiny Cape Verde face...
2026 World Cup Breaks Records With Messi, Ronaldo, Mbappe Leading
NEW YORK (FN) — The 2026 FIFA World Cup has already produced a string of historic milestones, with players and teams breaking records recognized...
Brazil, Germany Eye Last-16 Berths as Netherlands Face Morocco in High-Stakes...
Brazil, Germany and the Netherlands all reached the knockout stage after strong group-phase performances, but each followed a different path. Brazil combined attacking flair...
Knockout stage begins: Brazil faces Japan in Houston at 2026 World...
HOUSTON (FN) — The 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout stage is underway, with Brazil and Japan set to meet Monday in one of the...
World Cup 2026 Group Stage Nears Decisive End
NEW YORK (FN) — The 2026 FIFA World Cup is entering a critical phase as group-stage matches wrap up, with qualification scenarios dominating headlines...
Ecuador Declares Holiday After Stunning World Cup Win Over Germany
QUITO, Ecuador (FN) — Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa declared a national holiday Friday after the country’s football team stunned Germany with a 2-1 victory...
FIFA Probes VAR Official Over Pre‑Match Hand Gesture
DALLAS (AP) — World football governing body FIFA is seeking clarification from Australian video assistant referee Shaun Evans after a hand gesture he made...
Afrobeats Meets Latin Pop: Burna Boy and Shakira Thrill Fans at...
MEXICO CITY — Global music stars Shakira and Burna Boy electrified the opening ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Thursday night, delivering...
