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Fifa World Cup 2026
Excitement, chaos: Mexico set, but not so ready, for first World Cup in 40 years
Organisational issues abound and ‘nowhere looks special’ but the capital is in carnival mode and the football, as usual, will make it all OK.
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Fifa World Cup 2026
Fifa boss Infantino defends World Cup ticket prices, visa issues
11 Jun 2026 - 11:07AM
Fifa World Cup 2026
Shakira, the circle of life and early starts: 5 things to know ahead of World Cup
11 Jun 2026 - 8:00AM
Fifa
US says World Cup referee was banned over links to ‘terror organisations’
Trump official says questioning of Omar Artan uncovered ‘derogatory information’ regarding the Somalian, who vows to be at next World Cup.
10 Jun 2026 - 7:05PM
Somali referee Omar Artan (middle), who was denied entry to the US, arrives at the Aden Abdulle Osman International Airport in Mogadishu, Somalia on Tuesday. Photo: Reuters
Fifa World Cup 2026
Messi scores on injury return as Argentina beat Iceland in World Cup warm-up
Lionel Messi comes off bench for 20-minute cameo as part of managed return to fitness following injury scare.
10 Jun 2026 - 11:30AM
Hong Kong Jockey Club
Hong Kong Jockey Club and Lenovo vow to ‘rock the city’ during Fifa World Cup
Organisations form strategic alliance to launch ‘home of football’ campaign, kicked off with world-famous player at Happy Valley on Wednesday.
9 Jun 2026 - 8:30PM
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Fifa
Iran says US has revoked Fifa World Cup ticket allocation for supporters
Move comes after Iran officials were banned from entering the US. The two countries remain at war after US and Israel bombed Tehran in February.
9 Jun 2026 - 5:08PM
Iranian supporters staying at the same hotel as Iran’s national football team cheer for their team in Tijuana, Mexico, on Monday ahead of the World Cup. Photo: AFP
Fifa World Cup 2026
US rolls up welcome mat, referee banned from World Cup despite Fifa promises
Omar Abdulkadir Artan turned away by immigration officials. Fifa president Gianni Infantino previously said ‘everyone will be welcome’.
9 Jun 2026 - 10:33AM
Lan Kwai Fong Group
Lan Kwai Fong chairman Allan Zeman expects fans to ‘go crazy’ for World Cup
The tournament will be shown across the nightlife hub as part of a ‘Fifa World Cup Summer Frenzy Carnival’, organised with broadcaster Now TV.
8 Jun 2026 - 10:57PM
Uefa
Christian Eriksen ‘conscious’ after another on-field collapse in Denmark match
The midfielder, 34, clutched his chest during a friendly against Ukraine in Odense, in a scene that echoed his cardiac arrest at Euro 2020.
8 Jun 2026 - 7:24AM
Fifa World Cup 2026
Iran head to Mexico under shadow of new World Cup visa row with United States
Squad must enter and leave US soil on the same day as their matches, while member of Iraqi team denied entry in Chicago after screening.
8 Jun 2026 - 1:00AM
Members of Iran’s football team before departing from Antalya Airport in Turkey for Tijuana, Mexico, to compete in the Fifa World Cup. Photo: EPA
English Premier League
Manchester City striker Erling Haaland delights Chinese fans with Weibo account
The Norwegian, who will play in the World Cup, answered questions in a 45-second video while ‘officially debunking some rumours’.
7 Jun 2026 - 4:30PM
Fifa World Cup 2026
Portugal and Chile brawl in not so friendly World Cup warm-up, 2 sent off
First half punch-up sparked by clash between Portugal’s Rafael Leao and Ivan Roman. Ronaldo substituted at half-time.
7 Jun 2026 - 10:32AM
The Football Association of Hong Kong, China
Hong Kong captaincy fires Beijing Guoan star Yue Tze-nam’s European belief
Right-back acknowledges shock over being handed armband for Roberto Losada’s first game as permanent boss against Mongolia.
7 Jun 2026 - 8:00AM
Fifa World Cup 2026
Iran slams US ‘discriminatory treatment’ over World Cup visa refusals
12 officials, including team manager and press officer, have reportedly been denied entry for the tournament.
6 Jun 2026 - 7:00PM
A dozen officials with the Iran World Cup delegation have been refused visas to enter the United States. Photo: AFP
Fifa World Cup 2026
Fifa World Cup: 5 teens who could enjoy their coming-of-age moments this summer
The young guns tipped to shine in Canada, Mexico and the United States will be following a well-worn path to fame and fortune.
5 Jun 2026 - 9:00PM
The Football Association of Hong Kong, China
‘Proud’ Losada off to winning start as Hong Kong stick rather than twist
Former Eastern boss Roberto Losada starts his full-time role as Hong Kong coach with 2-0 win over Mongolia.
5 Jun 2026 - 11:24PM
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Chinese Football Association (CFA)
Young Chinese footballer makes history signing for Barcelona’s famed academy
The 14-year-old Li Haoyan will join the club’s under-15 side next season after attracting interest from other teams like Espanyol, Villarreal.
4 Jun 2026 - 3:48PM
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Young footballer Li Haoyan played for CF Damm in the top-tier regional youth league in Spain. Photo: Weibo
Fifa
Fifa hits fans in pocket again, bans reusable water bottles at World Cup
Football bosses claim safety concerns behind last-minute move despite warnings over searing temperatures in Canada, Mexico and the US.
4 Jun 2026 - 10:43AM
Fifa World Cup 2026
World Cup winner Materazzi on how shortsighted Italy are slipping behind Morocco
Former defender believes four-time world champions paying for lack of forward planning, recalls high drama of 2006 World Cup final.
4 Jun 2026 - 8:00AM
Fifa
Scotland’s Tartan Army to bring ‘the party’ on return to World Cup after 28 years
Thousands of fans will defy exorbitant prices to visit Boston and Miami, hoping to see their team get past group stage for first time.
4 Jun 2026 - 12:51AM
The Football Association of Hong Kong, China
Matt Orr hopes to use ‘ruthless’ Shanghai gig to help Hong Kong’s ‘new project’
Striker says stint with Chinese giants Shanghai Port has taken his game to ‘the next level’; hopes to play ‘older-head role’ for city team.
3 Jun 2026 - 8:00AM
Matt Orr scoring Hong Kong's goal in their decisive 2-1 Asian Cup loss to Singapore at Kai Tak Stadium last November. Photo: Sam Tsang
Artificial intelligence
AI using ‘simple phone videos’ to unearth football talent beyond scouts’ radar
Tech companies are launching apps that allow young players to upload videos recorded on their phone of them showcasing their ball skills.
2 Jun 2026 - 8:00PM
The Football Association of Hong Kong, China
‘Passion’ of US helped change mindset of Hong Kong footballer who refused to quit
Marco Wong rewarded for patience and hard work at FA Cup winners Tai Po after period in cold led to fears over career.
2 Jun 2026 - 11:11AM
The Football Association of Hong Kong, China
Losada unfazed by Hong Kong job waiting game, promises ‘more dynamic’ team
Football association says there are no snags in head coach recruitment process, as city team prepare for Mongolia and Cambodia encounters.
1 Jun 2026 - 7:14PM
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