World-Cup-2026
Egypt to play at World Cup without AFCON stars
The stars, traditionally displayed above the national crest, symbolize Egypt's record seven AFCON titles and have become an iconic feature of the Pharaohs' jersey.
Mexico
World-Cup-2026
EPL referee Oliver to miss Ivory Coast opening game
Fifa has said that the 41-year-old, who was due to officiate the Group E meeting between Ivory Coast and Ecuador in Philadelphia on Sunday (00:00 BST, Monday), has been replaced by Frenchman Francois Letexier because of injury, but is expected to be available for selection "in the coming days".
World-Cup-2026
Germany funds fans as African nations face US restrictions
The four-time world champions' main concern has been the high transportation costs associated with the tournament. Train tickets, which normally cost $12.90 (£9.50) from central New York to MetLife Stadium in New Jersey—where Germany will face Ecuador in their final Group E match on June 25—were increased to $150 for the tournament before later being reduced to $98.
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World Cup 2026: What you need to know
The world’s soccer organization is promising the 2026 World Cup to be “the biggest and most exciting edition of the tournament to date” with 104 matches across 16 different cities in the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
Football
North America rolls out coordinated health screening plan for World Cup travellers
Matches will be played across major cities in the three countries, with millions of international visitors expected to travel across North America during the month-long event.
Global Affairs
25 National Guard members kiilled as Mexico battles post-arrest unrest
El Mencho headed the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, considered one of the most dangerous criminal organisations in Mexico. Before his death, he was the country’s most wanted criminal, responsible for widespread drug trafficking and violence.
Global Affairs
13 dead, 98 injured as Interoceanic train derails in Oaxaca, Mexico
President Sheinbaum stated on X that five of the injured are in critical condition and confirmed that senior officials had been sent to support the families of those killed.
Sports
How travel will shape 2026 World Cup group stage
With six months to go and the draw settled, teams are no longer only plotting formations and set pieces; they are plotting routes, sleep schedules, and the invisible margins that travel can steal or gift.
Sports
32 teams, 32 storylines: What to know about each World Cup contender
Across continents, the tournament will be defined less by a single favorite and more by match‑by‑match storylines.
Sports
2026 World Cup field: 64 teams still dreaming
With qualification finishing and the tournament draw looming, these 64 teams represent the final, electrifying pool from which the 2026 champion will emerge.
Global Affairs
Peru-Mexico relations worsen as Sheinbaum is declared persona non grata
Mexico has defended its decision, arguing the asylum is consistent with international law and rejecting Peru’s claim that it constitutes an “unfriendly act.”
Global Affairs
Mexico president vows legal action over assault caught on video
Despite her strong campaign promises to address gender-based violence, activists say progress under Sheinbaum’s leadership has been slow. Femicide remains one of Mexico’s most serious challenges, with about 98% of such crimes going unpunished.