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Egypt says police officer pushed player, team director at World Cup

"The situation was resolved on scene, and DPD met with representatives of the team to address their concerns," the Dallas Police Department said in a statement.

Dallas police cars seen in Downtown Dallas on June 15, 2026 in Dallas, United States.
GIOVANI DOS SANTOS (L) of Club America fights for the ball with Luis Reyes (R) of Atlas during the 7th round match between in Guadalajara, Mexico, in 2021.

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Dr. Norma Espinoza and Dr. Homero Salcido watch the World Cup during the birth of their first child.

The littlest trophy: Mexican doctors welcome first son while watching World Cup at Hillel Yaffe

Israeli psychic Uri Geller and England's Harry Kane.

Israeli Uri Geller goes toe-to-toe with Ghanian witch doctor over World Cup curses - interview


Iran World Cup players granted visas to enter the US, says White House official

Secretary of State Rubio said the US would bar IRGC-linked individuals from Iran’s World Cup delegation, raising potential visa concerns for some team members.

Members of Iran's national soccer team attend a farewell ceremony ahead of their departure to the 2026 World Cup in Tehran, Iran, May 13, 2026.

Bank of America, Vet Tix donate 4,547 World Cup tickets to US military and first responders

Bank of America and Vet Tix donate 4,547 World Cup tickets to US veterans, active military, first responders, and their families, including games featuring the US team.

The New York/New Jersey's FIFA World Cup 2026 logo is revealed during the kickoff event in Times Square in New York City, US, May 18, 2023.

Iran to play its final World Cup warm-up match behind closed doors, head to Mexico on Saturday

The soccer team, staff, and Iranian citizens can enter the US for the event, but officials with ties to the regime will be barred from attending.

Members of Iran's national soccer team attend a farewell ceremony ahead of their departure to the 2026 World Cup in Tehran, Iran, May 13, 2026.

Milei clashes with Argentina's soccer boss over corruption scandals weeks before World Cup

The latest scandal came to light on Tuesday, when an Argentine lawmaker filed a complaint against AFA's Director Claudio Tapia for allegedly selling complimentary World Cup tickets.

Argentina's President Javier Milei sings the national anthem alongside members of cabinet outside the Buenos Aires Cabildo on the day of the traditional Te Deum to commemorate the 216th anniversary of the May Revolution, in Buenos Aires, Argentina, May 25, 2026.

Iranian intel. ministry-linked group behind LA public transport cyberattack, Israeli firm finds

March's cyberattack on the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority was carried out by a group called "Abadil of Minab," Israeli information security firm Gambit found.

A Metro bus with FIFA Log Angeles World Cup 2026 Host Committee advertising in downtown Los Angeles, California, May 27, 2026; illustrative.

US bars drone flights over sites of World Cup matches

The US Federal Aviation Administration said that drone operators who enter restricted airspace without approval can face fines of up to $100,000.

A DJI Matrice 350 RTK, operated by NJ Transit, flies over an Emergency Response Drill and training exercise at the NJ Transit Meadowlands Rail Line at MetLife Stadium, ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026, in East Rutherford, New Jersey, US, April 18, 2026.

Israel’s Eurovision future at risk over KAN funding bill, EBU warns

EBU Director-General Noel Curran warned that a bill changing KAN’s funding could harm Israel’s global standing and threaten its future participation in the Eurovision Song Contest.

 View of the offices of Israel's public broadcaster KAN in Jerusalem. January 31, 2023.

Iran moves World Cup training camp from Arizona to Mexico amid visa, security concerns

Iran has faced uncertainty for months over travel and security arrangements for the World Cup, which will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

A member of Iran's coaching staff instructs players during a training session at their base camp in Antalya on May 19, 2026. Iran's national football team arrived in Turkey on May 19, 2026 for a training camp and to complete visa applications ahead of the 2026 World Cup, AFP correspondents said.

FIFA to meet Iran officials in Istanbul over World Cup participation in the US

FIFA will meet Iranian officials in Istanbul to reassure Iran’s national team over World Cup participation, ensuring safe entry amid US and Canada restrictions.

FIFA World Cup - Inter-Confederation Playoffs - Semi Final - New Caledonia v Jamaica - Estadio Guadalajara, Guadalajara, Mexico, A fan holds up the flag of Iran in the stands before the match. - March 26, 2026.

White House denies reports of visa issues for Iraq’s World Cup team

The White House has refuted rumors that Iraq's national team players were denied US visas, confirming they are on track for the World Cup with all players cleared to travel.

 FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Preview, Doha, Qatar - November 18, 2022 The FIFA World Cup logo is pictured on the Corniche Promenade ahead of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022.