FIFA World Cup
Lego sales rise as World Cup products draw new customers, despite Iran war raising cost of plastics
Lego's revenue was 41.9 billion Danish crowns ($6.54 billion), operating profit rose 22% to 10.9 billion Danish crowns, while net profit rose 32% to 8.6 billion Danish crowns.
Israel withdraws support for embattled FIFA President Gianni Infantino
Jared Kushner's brother Joshua, former Disney CEO Bob Iger, buying NBA's Los Angeles Lakers team
Trump warns FIFA against replacing President Gianni Infantino after his subsidiary proposal
Israeli flag removed at World Cup match as Palestinian flags remain
An Israeli flag was reportedly removed from a fan at a World Cup match between Iran and New Zealand, while nearby Palestinian flags were left in place, Hebrew media reported.
Iranian football player's US visa expired after one World Cup game, Iran Football Federation says
The Iran Football Federation assured it was taking action to obtain a new visa for the team's winger, Mehdi Torabi, after his visa expired following a match against New Zealand in Los Angeles.
How not to reach 2,000 calories during an evening of watching the World Cup
Many days of football are ahead of us, and that means many hours of late–night television – and yes, also a lot of snacking. We have prepared a list for you that will help you not to overdo it.
Iran secures a 2-2 draw against New Zealand amid protests at an intense World Cup encounter
A goal was celebrated by some fans critical of the Iranian government, many of whom carried Iran's pre-revolutionary Lion and Sun flag. Some also booed Iran's national anthem before kickoff.
Iranian Americans plan protests as soccer team prepares for their World Cup opener
Iran's participation in the tournament has been beset by controversy against the backdrop of the war, which began in February when the US and Israel launched strikes on Iran.
FIFA plans to organize match between Israel, Palestine during September U-15 tournament - report
The match would be played during a symbolic tournament in the US, with players from all 211 of FIFA’s member associations present, including Russia.
What happens to our body during World Cup matches in the middle of the night?
For many, it begins with an evening of "just one game" and continues into weeks of irregular sleep, accumulated fatigue, and real difficulty functioning the following day. So what do you do?
Ebola risk for FIFA World Cup is 'extremely low', but US host cities are prepared, experts say
US hospitals and agencies have enhanced preparedness due to the Ebola outbreak in the DRC. Officials note that "Ebola isn't airborne and doesn't spread through casual contact."
Iranian soccer team arrives in US for FIFA World Cup as the two countries reach a peace deal
The US Iran peace deal is expected to be signed in Switzerland on Friday, with Pakistani and Swiss mediators present.
World Cup bus set alight as chaotic celebrations erupt in Manhattan after Knicks win NBA
"They are expressing their happiness, a little bit violently, but it is what it is," said Youssef Sabbr, a 49-year-old Canadian of Moroccan descent.
