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The Debate - Trump's World Cup: More matches, higher prices, fewer foreigners
Can blatant racism and shameless greed ruin the World Cup? Fans of the beautiful game and its history can take solace in the opening match at Mexico City's storied Azteca Stadium, the only venue to already…
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economictimes.indiatimes.com
From Trump to Messi, Iran to ICE, politics and sport collide at the biggest World Cup in history
The biggest World Cup ever, begins with 48 teams and 104 matches across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. This tournament faces soaring ticket prices and political issues.…
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independent.co.uk
Everything wrong with the 2026 World Cup
From unprecedented wars and rip-off ticket prices to Gianni Infantino selling football’s soul and Donald Trump’s determination to create a “Maga World Cup”, Miguel Delaney details…
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mirror.co.uk
'Unhinged Donald Trump risks turning the World Cup into a symbol of division'
After the US denied entry to Somali referee Omar Artan ahead of the World Cup, Liz Kendall said the tournament "works best when it is inclusive, and they include talent" from…
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foreignpolicy.com
The Geopolitics of the World Cup
How immigration, trade, and conflict are overshadowing soccer.
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businessday.co.za
JOHN DLUDLU | Don’t let off-field controversies cloud the football World Cup
Fans should ignore political drama and embrace the spirit of the game
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hindustantimes.com
FIFA World Cup 2026: Five controversies rocking the tournament ahead of kick-off
The ticket prices have also been increased for the upcoming 2026 World Cup, and FIFA has been criticised for it. | Football News
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iol.co.za
FIFA faces scrutiny as World Cup opens amid controversy
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…
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thehindu.com
Travel bans and ICE crackdowns cast shadow on FIFA’s ‘inclusive’ World Cup
Travel bans and ICE actions create a climate of fear, overshadowing FIFA's inclusive World Cup aspirations amid protests and advocacy efforts.
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theguardian.com
The Guardian view on the men’s World Cup: the build-up was unedifying, but now the football takes over | Editorial
Editorial: Rows over US visas and excessive ticket prices have overshadowed flawed tournament preparations. But fans will still hope for a gripping spectacle
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scmp.com
Editorial | As the World Cup kicks off, politics should be left behind
It is regrettable that politics has tarnished the build-up to the largest World Cup the planet has ever seen.
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cnn.com
The World Cup is in desperate need of a vibe shift. The matches have arrived just in time | CNN
It’s finally here. The first of 104 matches in this biggest-ever World Cup kicks off in Mexico City when South Africa meets up with Mexico in the Estadio Azteca.
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france24.com
Football and politics collide as World Cup kicks off in shadow of war, travel bans
The 2026 World Cup kicks off on Thursday with a record 48 teams vying for the most coveted prize in football and a slew of controversies over ticket prices, geopolitical tensions…
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hurriyetdailynews.com
World Cup set for kick off in Mexico after pre-tournament turbulence - World News
The World Cup kicks off on June 11 with FIFA betting that the enduring appeal of the greatest footballing show on earth can rise above mounting anger at ticket prices and a US…
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dawn.com
FIFA World Cup set for kickoff after high ticket prices, visa issues dog buildup
FIFA has faced stinging criticism over the eye-watering costs of tickets.
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Everything that has gone wrong with the World Cup - as more chaos looms
The 2026 World Cup is already proving to be one of the most controversial tournaments yet - from water bottle rules and hiked-up ticket prices to President Donald Trump being…
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wired.com
Trump’s Border Crackdown Is Wreaking Havoc on the World Cup
Travel bans and other visa issues are creating problems for World Cup participants even before the whistle blows.
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Donald Trump and FIFA must learn harsh lessons ahead of 2026 World Cup kick-off
The World Cup gets underway on Thursday evening but sport's greatest show could be overshadowed by the policital and social issues troubling organisers in the United States
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jamaica-gleaner.com
FOOTBALL FIESTA - World Cup kicks off amid political controversy, ticket price outrage
The 2026 FIFA World Cup begins with two fixtures in Mexico today against the backdrop of political firestorms, accusations of exorbitant ticket price-gouging, severe US travel…
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channel4.com
Fifa World Cup 2026: Everything going wrong so far
In our latest episode of the breakdown, Channel 4 News looks at everything that has gone wrong so far in the buildup to the 2026 World Cup, from sky-rocketing match ticket prices…
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middleeasteye.net
World Cup 2026 kicks off under the shadow of politics and restrictions
As this year's edition of the global competition gets underway, it is rife with barriers to entry and fears that fans will have to worry about more than team's performances