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FIFA's decision to expand the World Cup to 48 teams drew heavy criticism as a cash grab, but the case for fans actually benefiting is harder to dismiss than critics suggest.
Brands skipping FIFA's sponsorship fees are outperforming official partners during World Cup cycles. Australian companies are being urged to take notice of this shift.
An Australian football sensation has issued a warning about Mo Salah, but questions remain over whether the Egypt star will actually face the Socceroos.
A lighter refereeing touch at the World Cup is producing a faster, more physical tournament, with fewer stoppages allowing the game to flow at a higher tempo.
FIFA has appointed match officials for World Cup matches 77, 78, and 79 as crypto sponsorship deals continue to reshape how the tournament operates financially.
England's 2-0 World Cup win over Panama puts the spotlight back on crypto's expanding presence in FIFA, as blockchain sponsors and digital asset deals multiply across the tournament.
Congo DR and Uzbekistan are scheduled to face off on June 28, 2026, in what shapes up as a compelling World Cup group-stage encounter between two contrasting football nations.
Extra time in World Cup knockout matches gives teams two additional 15-minute periods to settle a tie. Here is exactly how the rules work.
Organizers behind the upcoming World Cup are facing sharp criticism after a confusing administrative blunder left fans, officials and observers calling the situation a mess.
The 2026 World Cup group stage is taking shape. Here is a breakdown of the groups, standings, and what they mean for competing nations.
The Athletic has published a bracket projection for the 2026 World Cup, mapping out potential paths for teams across the expanded 48-team tournament.
World Cup organizers are facing sharp criticism after a baffling blunder in planning drew widespread confusion, with observers calling the situation 'a mess'.
