FIFA World Cup

Iran team to enter US two days before matches in FIFA World Cup 2026, ahead of critical Egypt game

Iran announced over the weekend they would be making a complaint with FIFA about the requirements, with manager Amir Ghalenoei saying Iran are "the most oppressed team in the whole World Cup."

Inglewood, California, USA; New Zealand forward Elijah Just (11) and Iran forward Mohammad Mohebi (8) battle for the ball in the first half during a Group G match in the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Los Angeles Stadium, June 15, 2026.
Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates scoring their second goal in Argentina v Austria - Dallas Stadium, Arlington, Texas, US - June 22, 2026

Lionel Messi sets new World Cup goal record as Argentina wins against Austria

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces the timeline for his resignation, following Andy Burnham's decisive victory last week in the Makerfield by-election, outside 10 Downing Street, in London, Britain, June 22, 2026.

Starmer resignation, Colombia controversy, World Cup row ignite political tensions

 Museum of Jewish Heritage is closed during the coronavirus pandemic on April 30, 2020 in New York City.

Museum of Jewish Heritage spotlights Holocaust survivor's pro-soccer career during World Cup


The businesses that will make a killing in the World Cup, and those that will take a hit

The late broadcasting hours of the current tournament are going to keep you at home, punish the bars, and inflate the pockets of one specific industry.

The World Cup has far-reaching effects on the national mood

Inside the 2026 FIFA World Cup, from a roaring USMNT to regime-defying Iranians

A father-son trip to the FIFA World Cup in Los Angeles becomes an unforgettable night, as the USMNT wins big and Iranian protesters outside the stadium draw attention with competing flags.

USA V. PARAGUAY face-off: Group D match in the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Los Angeles SoFi Stadium, June 12.

Health Ministry investigates suspected Ebola case after traveler develops symptoms

Israel’s Health Ministry is investigating a suspected Ebola case after a traveler returning from the Democratic Republic of Congo developed fever and headache.

 DRCONGO-HEALTH-EBOLA EDITORS NOTE: Graphic content / Medical staff walk towards the doffing and decontamination station at the Evangelical Medical Center of Nyankunde (CME) after providing care to patients suffering from or suspected of having Ebola virus disease in Bunia, Ituri Province, Democrati

At the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Israeli security firms play defense against drone, cyber threats

CYBER AFFAIRS: One cybersecurity company, KELA Group, referred to the World Cup, which is ongoing in the US, Mexico, and Canada, as the “largest digital battlefield in history.”

A FIFA WORLD CUP 2026 security member at pitch side in Toronto Stadium in June.

Why during the World Cup do more heart attacks occur? Cardiologist explains and warns

An Israeli cardiologist shares that he treated several fans who suffered a myocardial infarction during matches, and explains how emotional stress affects the cardiovascular system.

In the 24 hours following the match and during the two days after it, an increase of about 25 percent was recorded in the number of hospitalizations due to myocardial infarction

Soccer fans flock to Mexico City cathedral to pray to 'Soccer baby Jesus' for World Cup victory

Fans from Argentina, Colombia, Spain, Mexico, and other countries posed in front of the figure for photos or to ask for victory for their national teams.

A woman cleans a glass cabinet with a baby Jesus statue dressed in a version of the national soccer team jersey at a church in Mexico City June 12, 2014. Catholic soccer fans pray before the statue, which believers say has granted miracles in the past.

IDF soldier killed in Hezbollah IED explosion, Iran-US deal tensions continue

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(ILLUSTRATIVE) AN IDF soldier aiming out of a window in southern Lebanon.

Hind Rajab Foundation demands US arrests dual citizen IDF veteran at World Cup match

The Hind Rajab Foundation, whose director is affiliated with Hezbollah, filed a criminal complaint against a veteran while he was in Sri Lanka on vacation.

A general view of FIFA World Cup 2026 signage at Kansas City Stadium on June 08, 2026 in Kansas City, Missouri.

Israeli flag removed at World Cup match as Palestinian flags remain

An Israeli flag was reportedly removed from a fan at a World Cup match between Iran and New Zealand, while nearby Palestinian flags were left in place, Hebrew media reported.

Supporters with flags from Palestine, Israel and Iran in the stands during the World Cup match between Iran v New Zealand at the Los Angeles Stadium on June 15, 2026.

Iranian football player's US visa expired after one World Cup game, Iran Football Federation says

The Iran Football Federation assured it was taking action to obtain a new visa for the team's winger, Mehdi Torabi, after his visa expired following a match against New Zealand in Los Angeles.

Inglewood, California, USA; New Zealand forward Elijah Just (11) and Iran forward Mohammad Mohebi (8) battle for the ball in the first half during a Group G match in the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Los Angeles Stadium, June 15, 2026.