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The World Cup: ‘angst’ in the USA
The largest, and perhaps ‘most politicised’ tournament of its kind has begun, but it has received mixed reactions
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aljazeera.com
One day to go: Five key talking points before World Cup kicks off
Political issues continue to dominate the build-up, with the US-Israel war on Iran overshadowing the World Cup.
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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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independent.co.uk
The true meaning behind the ‘Trumpification’ of the Fifa World Cup 2026
The biggest World Cup of all time finally starts on Thursday. In so many ways, from Iran and visa issues to 48 teams and 16 venues, it is an unprecedented tournament. Miguel…
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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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World Cup Day 1: The games, predictions, stories shaping the tournament
The biggest FIFA World Cup ever starts today in Mexico. Here are the schedule, predictions, key stories shaping day one.
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politico.eu
Not another political World Cup
Headaches abound for FIFA as the biggest sporting event in the world kicks off in North America.
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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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thenationalnews.com
Football fans in US excited for World Cup kick-off but call for ticket price drop to win over public | The National
Anticipation is growing after muted build-up to tournament
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dailymail.com
The World Cup starts TODAY! Here's everything you need to know
Forty-eight teams are set to take centre stage in the United States, Canada and Mexico - from the tiny Caribbean island of Curacao, with a population of 150,000, to five-time…
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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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Football fans in US excited for World Cup but call for cheaper tickets to win over public | The National
Anticipation grows after muted build-up to tournament
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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
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irishtimes.com
‘A distinct absence of joy’: USA marked by dread before team’s World Cup kick-off
With the tournament at risk of being overshadowed by politics and pricing, American players have tried to shift the focus to their football in advance of their game against…
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rfi.fr
World Cup struggles to ignite US excitement
Fans put off by prices, some denied visas, and locals more fired up about basketball: the 2026 World Cup is kicking off without much enthusiasm in the United States.
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timesofindia.indiatimes.com
When World Cup meets Americana
For many, the build-up to the 2026 Fifa World Cup in US, Mexico and Canada has been confusing, at times odd, and in some cases not very welcoming. With a majority of the matches…
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theweek.com
The World Cup: ‘angst’ in the USA
The largest, and perhaps ‘most politicised’ tournament of its kind has begun, but it has received mixed reactions