The 2026 World Cup is expected to be shaped not only by tactics and individual talent but also by a set of invisible factors that influence performance at the highest level. Medical and sports specialists warn that preparation will extend far beyond the pitch, as teams confront physical and environmental pressures that can alter the outcome......

The organizing committee for the 2026 World Cup in the New York New Jersey region has announced the allocation of 770 free tickets to residents of New Jersey. The tickets will grant access to matches scheduled at MetLife Stadium, which will temporarily operate under the name New York New Jersey Stadium during the tournament. The 770 tickets......

Casablanca will host a large public fan zone called “inwi Village” during the 2026 football World Cup, set to run from 11 June to 19 July 2026. The space will be installed at the Nevada area and designed as an open gathering point for supporters of the national team. The initiative aims to bring fans together throughout the competition......

Real Madrid have confirmed the departure of head coach Álvaro Arbeloa following a mutual agreement to terminate his contract with the first team. The decision marks the end of his tenure after a season that ended without any major silverware for the Spanish club. The club issued a statement acknowledging Arbeloa’s long-standing......

Morocco now knows its schedule for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after FIFA confirmed the fixtures for Group C, where the Atlas Lions will compete against Brazil, Scotland and Haiti. The group presents a significant challenge, with Morocco opening its campaign against one of the tournament's leading contenders before two matches that could prove......

A new strategic partnership has been launched in Morocco aimed at strengthening sports tourism through the development of the Casablanca Marathon as a major international event. The Regional Tourism Council of Casablanca-Settat and the Association of the Grand Casablanca Runners have signed an agreement to enhance cooperation in promoting......

The French Minister of Sports has reportedly given the national football team, France national football team, symbolic “lucky stones” ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, in a gesture meant to boost morale and bring good fortune. During a visit to the national training centre in Clairefontaine, the minister expressed her support......

Iran’s football federation has accused the United States of preventing Iranian supporters from attending group-stage matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The federation said its allocated ticket share was withdrawn shortly before the start of the tournament, limiting access for fans who had already prepared to travel. The federation......

A large public fan zone will be created in Central Park for the World Cup 2026 final, offering free access to tens of thousands of spectators in New York. The event is scheduled for 19 July and will allow fans without match tickets to watch the final on giant screens in one of the city’s most visited green spaces. The viewing area will......

Morocco’s preparations for the World Cup 2026 have been disrupted after key players Abde Ezzalzouli and Noussair Mazraoui picked up injuries during a friendly match against Norway that ended 1–1. The Moroccan national team suffered a setback as both players were forced to leave the pitch during the final preparation match ahead......

Serena Williams is preparing to return to professional tennis after four years away from competition. Her comeback is scheduled at the Queen’s Club Championships in London, where she will compete in doubles alongside Victoria Mboko. The appearance marks a rare competitive outing for the 23-time Grand Slam champion at age 44. The return......

The Iranian national football team has officially begun its preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after arriving in Mexico, where it has established its training base ahead of the tournament. The squad held its first training session behind closed doors in the city of Tijuana, a border city located near the United States. The initial workout......

The Iranian national football team has arrived in Mexico to begin the final stage of its preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but uncertainty surrounding travel permissions for members of its delegation continues to attract international attention. The team, widely known as Team Melli, landed in the border city of Tijuana, which will......