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The Federation Internationale de Football Association (Fifa) is the governing body of association football. Fifa is responsible for the organisation of football's major international tournaments, notably the World Cup which commenced in 1930 and the Women's World Cup which commenced in 1991. Fifa was founded in 1904. Headquartered in Zurich, its membership now comprises 209 national associations. Member countries must each also be members of one of the six regional confederations into which the world is divided: Africa, Asia, Europe, North & Central America and the Caribbean, Oceania and South America.
Workers water the newly installed pitch at MetLife Stadium ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Photo: Getty Images
Fifa World Cup 2026

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.

Fifa World Cup 2026

Scotland’s Tartan Army to bring ‘the party’ on return to World Cup after 28 years

Fifa World Cup 2026

My Take | World Cup ticket prices are showing the ugly side of the beautiful game

Fifa World Cup 2026

New Zealand World Cup player finds social media stardom, another cancels wedding

Tim Payne becomes superstar after being identified as ‘least known’ World Cup-bound player, while Michael Woud will now play ‘bridesmaid’.

New Zealand defender Tim Payne (left), seen here after a match against New Caledonia last year, has become the country’s most followed footballer with the help of an influencer. Photo: AFP
Fifa Women's World Cup

Hong Kong picked for Fifa Museum as it is ‘amazing starting point’ to Asia

Fifa Museum boss Marco Fazzone, who is here for the site’s grand opening, says the city is ‘full of energy’ and ‘you have everything here’.

Fifa World Cup 2026

Notorious Chinese ref shows ‘playful’ side as RedNote signs World Cup TV deal

Best known for his strict handling of unruly players, Ma Ning’s new social media account has drawn plenty of attention from football fans.

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Fifa World Cup 2026

Fifa to be investigated over ticketing for 2026 World Cup by top US legal chiefs

Attorneys generals of New York and New Jersey say football body must answer allegations of ‘inflated prices’ and ‘misleading fans’.

US legal officials have demanded answers regarding ticket prices for games at MetLife Stadium. Photo: AFP
Fifa World Cup 2026

Mexico’s president sees ‘no issue’ with her country hosting Iran World Cup team

Claudia Sheinbaum said she was told by Fifa the US was reluctant to have the Iranian team spend time outside the matches on US territory.

Fifa World Cup 2026

Son says he is still in form as clouds hang over South Korea’s World Cup hopes

Defiant talisman facing questions about his faltering performances and international future, while coach Hong Myung-bo is unpopular with fans.

AFC Champions League

Coach of North Korean club thanks Kim Jong-un’s ‘warm love’ after Asian win

AFC Women’s Champions League winners Naegohyang will now represent Asia at the Fifa Champions Cup next year.

Naegohyang captain Kim Kyong-yong shoots past Tokyo Verdy defender Tomoko Muramatsu for the winning goal in the the AFC Women’s Champions League final. Photo: Reuters
Chinese Football Association (CFA)

China youth team finish runners-up in U17 Asian Cup after narrow defeat to Japan

Head coach Bin Ukishima said his players ‘will gain a lot from the trials of this tournament, which will help them improve’ in the future.

Zhao Songyuan scored China’s second goal from the penalty spot but it was not enough to beat Japan in the AFC U17 Asian Cup final. Photo: Xinhua
Fifa World Cup 2026

Palmer, Foden left out of England World Cup squad, with Toney the surprise pick

Exclusion of Trent Alexander-Arnold and Harry Maguire among coach Thomas Tuchel’s other surprises but most of his regular stars are selected.

Fifa World Cup 2026

Iran players apply for US, Canada visas in signal they will play at World Cup

Iran squad pause training to attend appointments for Canadian visas, with some seeking US ones; however, travel, ⁠security concerns persist.

World Cup winner Marco Materazzi to attend grand opening of Fifa Museum in Hong Kong

The Italian is among a group of as-yet unnamed current or retired football legends and players at the Soccer Sevens appearing at ceremony.

Marco Materazzi won the World Cup in 2006 and scored one of his two international goals in the final. Photo: Getty Images
Fifa World Cup 2026

Iran confirms squad heading to Turkey for Fifa World Cup preparation

Iran and the US cut diplomatic ties in 1980, and the players are expected to use their time to complete the procedures for obtaining visas.

Members of Iran’s national football team attend a farewell ceremony in Tehran ahead of their departure for the World Cup. Photo: AFP
Artificial intelligence

AI’s World Cup debut: real-time data poised to reshape strategy, level the field

From pressing patterns to offside calls, football’s grandest stage will showcase how instant analysis transforms decisions in heat of play.

Fifa World Cup 2026

Injured winger Mitoma fails to make Japan’s World Cup squad as Tomiyasu returns

Liverpool’s Endo and Crystal Palace’s Kamada also make cut as coach Hajime Moriyasu picks best 26 ‘for Japan to win on the world stage’.

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Fifa World Cup 2026

CCTV, Fifa agree World Cup TV deal covering 4 tournaments until 2031

State broadcaster says agreement with governing body was reached on Friday and will cover men’s and women’s events.

The 2026 Fifa World Cup will be televised in China after all. Photo: AP
Fifa World Cup 2026

Scientists warn Fifa that World Cup games at risk of searing heat

One in four games could take place in very hot conditions; meanwhile, Madonna, Shakira, BTS to headline first-ever half-time show in final.

Chinese Football Association (CFA)

China youth teams make World Cups amid Fifa hopes of seeing nation back at the top

Both under-17 men’s and women’s teams reach final stages of Asian Cup to book World Cup spots as Mattias Grafstrom praises Chinese system.

Chinese Football Association (CFA)

China’s emerging football generation rising to the occasion gives fans hope

Young players, who reached AFC U23 Asian Cup final, are playing pivotal roles in their club teams’ strong positions in the domestic standings.

Forward Wang Yudong (left), who plays for Zhejiang FC, is the 19-year-old poster boy of a talented and likeable emerging generation. Photo: Imaginechina
Fifa World Cup 2026

Don’t mention the war: Tucson prepares to welcome Iran football team for World Cup

Even though Democrats and Republicans in the multicultural city are happy to host the players, some Persians refuse to support them.

Tucson, an oasis of civilisation in the Arizona desert, is set to be the base camp for Iran when the World Cup starts in the US, Mexico and Canada next month. Photo: AFP
Fifa World Cup 2026

Lionel Messi tipped for Hong Kong return, Argentine gearing up for World Cup

Sports marketing entrepreneur Michael Rocha-Keys hopes former Barcelona star comes back to city in ‘more organised manner’ in the near future.

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Fifa World Cup 2026

Fifa officials head to China to discuss bargain broadcasting deal for World Cup

Football’s global governing body is reportedly offering to slash the price and talks will also cover a package for 2026 and 2030 editions.

Fifa World Cup 2026

World Cup ticket prices dropping on resale market as Fifa triples ‘best’ price for final

News comes ⁠not long after its president, Gianni Infantino, defends the high costs ⁠and attributes them to the demand in the US market.

Of the 11 American stadiums hosting games, Houston’s NRG Stadium has had the greatest 14-day decline in resale ticket prices. Photo: AFP
The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Hong Kong football poised for Asean Cup windfall, China and India set to compete

City team could bank US$300,000 from winning second tier of inaugural tournament, Fifa invites China and India to play in first division.

Hong Kong trio (from left) Juninho, Everton Camargo and Jay Haddow celebrate a goal against FC Seoul back in February. Photo: Karma Lo
Fifa World Cup 2026

Iran FA chief wants Fifa guarantee country’s special forces will not be insulted

Mehdi Taj, who turned back from Canadian border over ‘disrespectful treatment’, says the assurance is needed for the team to take part.

The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Hong Kong set for Fifa Asean Cup Cambodia and Brunei battles

City team will reportedly vie for promotion as hosts in first edition of new competition, six sides to fight for Division 1 berth.

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