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FIFA has initiated disciplinary action against Argentina's football association following a banner display claiming the Falkland Islands during the 2026 World Cup semi-final. Multiple players and officials face potential charges.
FIFA is projected to earn $9 billion from the 2026 World Cup despite multiple controversies, cementing Gianni Infantino's grip on the sport ahead of his 2027 re-election bid.
Widespread last-minute cancellations on StubHub have left World Cup fans without tickets despite assurances of replacements, exposing systemic issues with speculative ticketing practices on third-party resale platforms.
The 2026 World Cup has become the most-attended tournament in history, exceeding the 1994 record of 3.6 million fans. With nearly half the matches remaining, total attendance could nearly double the previous benchmark.
Malaysian police have arrested 1,156 people and raided 868 locations during a major crackdown on unlicensed gambling operations capitalizing on FIFA World Cup 2026 fever across Kuala Lumpur.
Sami Khedira, Germany's 2014 World Cup champion, says brothers playing for different nations at the 2026 tournament reflects the multicultural reality of modern football rather than any identity crisis.
Thailand's government has dismantled nearly 14,000 illegal gambling websites using AI technology in an 18-day enforcement campaign. Officials warn businesses face prison time and hefty fines for unauthorised World Cup broadcasts.
Colombia prepare to face DR Congo on Tuesday looking to secure passage to the Round of 32, though coach Nestor Lorenzo has cautioned against complacency after the African nation drew with Portugal in their opener.
Over 300 predominantly young worshippers gathered before dawn at a Kuala Lumpur mosque for Qiyamullail prayers, followed by a 2026 World Cup screening. The initiative integrates sports enthusiasm with spiritual practices.
Brian Brobbey's two-goal performance against Sweden has strengthened his claim to become the Netherlands' primary striker, potentially succeeding veteran Memphis Depay as the team's lead attacker.
Malaysia's government-backed free World Cup broadcasts through RTM and Unifi TV are alleviating costs for food business operators and the public, Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said after meeting traders in Butterworth.
Malaysian police have arrested 58 individuals, including four women, in a coordinated enforcement operation targeting illegal sports betting syndicates capitalising on World Cup betting markets ahead of the 2026 tournament.
Austria coach Ralf Rangnick praised the calibre of World Cup debutants after his team's 3-1 victory over Jordan, noting that smaller nations have significantly closed the gap in international football.