A spectacular mix of football, music and global purpose will unfold as some of the world's biggest entertainers share one stage during the biggest match in the sport.
Football’s enduring appeal lies in its ability to transcend borders, histories and political divides.
Air quality concerns have emerged ahead of Sunday's FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Argentina after smoke from wildfires in Canada spread across parts of the northeastern United States.
From Grapevine, Texas to the World Cup stage. Post Malone will close out football's biggest tournament with a performance built for millions of fans. Spain waits to learn its final opponent.
As controversy surrounding officiating at the FIFA World Cup 2026 continues to gather pace following Argentina's contentious Round of 16 win over Egypt, FIFA chief refereeing officer Pierluigi Collina has firmly rejected suggestions of outside influence, stating that "not even the FIFA president (Gianni Infantino)" can interfere with refereeing decisions.
The Indian football team's winless streak this year continues as they played a 1-1 draw against the lower-ranked Malaysia at Gachibowli Stadium in Hyderabad.
In their last match of 2024, the Indian senior men's national team will face Malaysia in a friendly match at the GMC Balayogi Gachibowli Stadium on Monday, November 18.
The football's past and future is symbolised by the cup's design, which was inspired by NASA's Voyager Golden Records. The 24-carat gold cup also features many graphics that illustrate the periodic table, astronomy, and the football's magnificence.
"In World Cup 2026, there will be nine or ten African countries (and regions) participating in the World Cup," said Infantino on Tuesday, noting that the increase is to be made in line with FIFA's expanded World Cup format.
The FIFA Coach Capacity Building Workshop, a vital component of FIFA Women’s League Development, which falls under the broader FIFA Women’s Development Programme, will be held at the AIFF National Centre of Excellence (NCE) in Kolkata from September 16 to 18.
