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Somali referee banned by US to officiate European Super Cup, UEFA says
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Argentina fans denied US visas get free TVs to watch World Cup
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Massive Neymar mural unveiled on Brazil street
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Top five ‘must-watch’ matches of the group stage at World Cup 2026
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Azteca: The World Cup’s most storied stadium prepares for latest chapter
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World celebrates, but Gaza watches the World Cup from a distance
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Czechia look to upset Son Heung-min’s South Korea in tough World Cup opener
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World Cup guide: All to know about groups, match schedule and kickoff times
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Haiti forced to change World Cup 2026 kit over war imagery

An illustration of the Battle of Vertieres in 1803, with the Haitian flag, had been embedded on the kits.

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‘Not kings of the world’: Infantino defends FIFA, US amid visa criticism

FIFA chief says his organisation cannot rule on government policies after a Somali referee was denied entry into the US.

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Which World Cup players and officials have faced visa troubles in the US?

Top Somali referee Omar Artan latest victim of stringent US travel policies after Iranian squad’s visas were delayed.

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FIFA boss tells critics to ‘relax’ over Somali referee deportation

FIFA boss tells critics to ‘relax’ over Somali referee deportation

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‘Under control’: Mexico braces for celebrations, protests on World Cup eve

President Sheinbaum promises safe World Cup as host cities ramp up security after cartel violence scare and protests.

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Ronaldo misses big chances in Portugal’s World Cup warmup win over Nigeria

Portugal beat Nigeria 2-1 as Pedro Neto and Francisco Conceicao net, but Cristiano Ronaldo scuffs golden chances.

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Hero’s welcome for Omar Artan after Somali’s World Cup dreams dashed

Referee Omar Artan was denied from the US, where he was set to become the first Somali to officiate at a FIFA World Cup.

Portugal beat Nigeria 2-1 in final World Cup warmup game – updates

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A reminder of Portugal’s squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup
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Eight red cards shown to Brazil in fiery friendly against US women

Four Brazilian players and four members of their coaching staff were sent off during a dramatic encounter in Fortaleza.

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Pressure on cohosts Mexico as South Africa await in World Cup 2026 opener

As the tournament kicks off, cohosts Mexico face South Africa in a replay of the 2010 edition’s opening game.

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