FIFA raises top ticket price for World Cup final to $10,990

FIFA raised its top ticket price for the World Cup final to $10,990 during the glitch-hampered reopening of sales Wednesday after the 48-team field for this year’s tournament was finalized. The price had been $8,680 when FIFA sold tickets after the tournament draw in December. FIFA’s category 2 tickets for the July 19 game at … Read more

Jonathan David scores two as Canada salvages draw against Iceland after disappointing first half

TORONTO — Jonathan David scored twice from the penalty spot in the second half before Tajon Buchanan was shown a straight red card as Canada battled back from a 2-0 deficit to salvage a 2-2 draw with Iceland in an international men’s soccer friendly Saturday. Orri Steinn Oskarsson had both goals for the visitors in … Read more

Sandro Tonali, Moise Kean score as Italy takes one step closer to FIFA World Cup

Italy are through to the Path A UEFA World Cup playoff final after a 2-0 defeat of Northern Ireland in Bergamo. Northern Ireland battled well against a home side under immense pressure to deliver qualification after two consecutive failures to reach a tournament they have won four times, but were undone by second-half goals from … Read more

Iran Says Soccer Team Can ‘Under No Circumstances’ Participate’ In 2026 World Cup — So Why No Payouts for Polymarket Bettors Yet?

Cryptocurrency prediction markets are wagering on Iran’s participation in the upcoming FIFA World Cup co-hosted by the U.S., even as the country’s sports minister said it is not possible given the current situation. Polymarket odds that Iran is officially confirmed not to participate in the World Cup by the end of March rose to 37% from just … Read more

Iran’s sports minister says the country can’t take part in the World Cup

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Iran’s sports and youth minister said it’s “not possible” for the country to take part in the World Cup after the United States killed its supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in its ongoing war. Iran was expected to take part in the World Cup that will be held across … Read more

Heimir Hallgrímsson has included FOUR League of Ireland players in his provisional squad for the World Cup play-off

Three Shamrock Rovers players have been recognised by the Ireland manager. 19:45, 08 Mar 2026Updated 22:15, 08 Mar 2026 John O’Shea and Heimir Hallgrímsson at the derby between Bohemians and Shamrock Rovers (Image: INPHO/Ryan Byrne) Heimir Hallgrímsson has included FOUR League of Ireland players in his provisional squad for the World Cup play-offs later this … Read more

US bombing of Iran disrupts sports with doubt over Messi, Ronaldo games and F1 races

Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and Lewis Hamilton are among the sports stars whose schedules are in doubt because of the spreading war in the Middle East. Cancellations and travel shutdowns are already affecting events since the United States and Israel launched a wave of strikes on Iran on Saturday. Organisers of Formula 1 and major … Read more

Motion to oppose U.S. ICE deployment in Vancouver ruled out of order – BC

Descrease article font size Increase article font size Vancouver City Council is no longer considering a motion aimed at opposing any deployment of U.S. ICE agents to Vancouver during the FIFA World Cup. The motion was ruled out of order during a council meeting on Wednesday morning by the meeting chair, Mike Klassen. Klassen said … Read more

Thomas Tuchel extends England stay to EURO 2028

The agreements will ensure clarity and full focus on the pitch for the England squad at this summer’s World Cup. They will also provide continuity into the top-tier UEFA Nations League fixtures that follow almost immediately in September – the draw for which will take place today [Thursday 12 February] in Brussels. Then, just over a year … Read more