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Why is the FIFA World Cup 2026 being held in three countries?

The 2026 World Cup is the first to be held in three different host nations – but why? Al Jazeera explains.

Is Trump attending any World Cup games? Infantino said gave him this role

President Donald Trump has often made appearances at sporting events, but will he go to the World Cup? Infantino said Trump ...

World Cup Commerce Will Play Out In An Era Of Protectionism

The 2026 World Cup arrives in a trade environment no one anticipated when the bid was filed. What that means for brands, ...

Inside the Bid to Host the 2026 World Cup in North America

The following article is from Athlon Sports’ commemorative 2026 World Cup Preview magazine. Order your issue online today, or ...

Somali referee denied U.S. entry receives hero’s welcome after historic World Cup bid ends

The Somali official, named Africa’s Best Male Referee in 2025, returned home to a hero’s welcome after the decision.

Brazil vs Morocco – World Cup 2026: Date and time as Ancelotti’s side begin bid for global glory against Afcon winners

GROUP C begins with Brazil facing Morocco at World Cup 2026, as Carlo Ancelotti’s side begin their bid for a record extending ...
WPXI

World Cup sites for North American bid in 2026 trimmed to 32

Organizers leading a North American bid to host the 2026 World Cup trimmed its list of potential host cities to 32 on Wednesday, and 254 cities in the United States remain in the running as venues for ...

The story of how South Florida lost its first World Cup bid decades ago

South Florida seemed destined to help host World Cup matches this year, given the soccer fandom. That stands in contrast to ...

Why there are no World Cup soccer games in the Twin Cities

When the World Cup starts on June 11, the nearest games to Minnesota will be played in Kansas City, a six-hour drive from ...