Iran’s World Cup squad lands in Mexico amid US visa row
Iranian delegation arrives at their World Cup base camp a day after several members were denied visas by the US.
!['Trionda' - translated from Spanish as "three waves" is the official match ball for the World Cup 2026 set to be hosted in the U.S., Canada and Mexico. The ball has a sensor chip inside it to track movement. [Daniel Cole/Reuters]](/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/2026-05-12T171750Z_1958047099_UP1EM5C1C1O5K_RTRMADP_3_SOCCER-WORLDCUP-LOS-ANGELES-1780378175.jpg?resize=770%2C513&quality=80)
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Cohosts Mexico look to break last 16 ‘curse’ at 2026 World Cup
El Tri lost in the last 16 in seven consecutive World Cups but have higher hopes for the 2026 tournament.
Shakira and Burna Boy opening World Cup in Mexico, Katy Perry headlines US
Katy Perry will front the opening US World Cup game, while Alanis Morissette and Michael Buble will open Canada’s games.
Ranking the World Cup 2026 groups: Which teams are favourites to progress?
The first stage of the 2026 World Cup 2026 features 12 groups. We’ve ranked them and picked the favourites to advance.
US visa rejections, war on Iran keep fans away from World Cup
High visa application fees, equally high rejection rates, an unwelcoming America, and the war combine to deter fans.
From NFL-style half-time show to best kits: The World Cup talking points
Al Jazeera breaks down the key talking points ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 which kicks off next week.
From: NewsFeed
Fireball seen after explosion at Mexico gas facility
Fireball seen after explosion at Mexico gas facility
Published On 5 Jun 2026
Last Dance: Ronaldo, Messi and others gear up for likely final World Cup
The World Cup is set to be the swansong for some big names, including Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, but who else?
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First US screwworm case in 60 years: Should America be worried?
The US Department of Agriculture says New World screwworm has been detected in a Texas calf.
From: Game Theory
Mehdi Taremi: Iran’s journey to the 2026 World Cup
Iranian footballer Mehdi Taremi talks to Al Jazeera ahead of one of the most politically charged World Cups in history.
Published On 4 Jun 2026
World Cup 2026: All the key dates from opening game to final
From must-watch games to the grand finale, here’s a list of all the important dates on the 2026 World Cup schedule.
