As the World Cup kicks off in North America, FIFA’s Gianni Infantino faces backlash over $30,000 tickets, visa refusals and protests in Mexico City.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup gets underway this week, but controversy is already competing with football for attention. From the exclusion of a leading African referee and concerns…

FIFA President Gianni Infantino is set to face the media on the eve of the World Cup on Wednesday, as off-field distractions dogged...