Dec 04 WATCH: Trump attends final 2026 World Cup draw, awarded FIFA Peace Prize By Noah Trister, Associated Press The president of the United States danced to the Village People, Wayne Gretzky struggled to pronounce the names of underdog soccer nations from Europe and the Caribbean — and the head of FIFA declared his governing body to be humanity's… Continue reading
Nov 17 WATCH: Trump's World Cup task force announces new visa interview system for ticketholders By Associated Press The Oval Office event was to announce a new initiative that would allow ticketholders to the World Cup to receive prioritized interviews for visas. Continue reading
Aug 12 FIFA tests new human rights strategy for World Cup games, and advocates are skeptical By Charlotte Kramon, Associated Press With the 2026 games less than a year away, FIFA’s commitment to upholding human rights is still under scrutiny. Continue reading
Jun 06 What the Trump travel ban means for the 2026 World Cup and 2028 Olympic Games By Graham Dunbar, Associated Press There is significant uncertainty regarding visa policies for foreign visitors planning trips to the U.S. for the two biggest events in sports. Continue reading
Jun 13 U.S., Canada and Mexico win joint bid to host 2026 World Cup By Rob Harris, Graham Dunbar, Associated Press North America will host the 2026 World Cup after FIFA voters overwhelmingly opted for the financial and logistical certainty of a United States-led bid over a risky Moroccan proposal for the first 48-team tournament. Continue reading