FIFA World Cup 2026
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‘So many of us!’ Mexicans attempt world’s biggest human wave
Thousands pack Mexico City’s main avenue to attempt a Guinness World Record for the largest human wave ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
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‘It’s clear who won!’: Mexican zoo residents hedge World Cup bets
Mexican zoo animals predict World Cup match outcomes in quirky tribute to fortune-telling traditions, with elephants choosing Mexico over South Africa.
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Scotland aim to shatter 28-year World Cup curse in group C battle
Scotland bid to end 28-year World Cup drought and break group-stage hex as Steve Clarke’s side face Haiti, Morocco and Brazil in testing Group C draw.
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Anxiety, anticipation as World Cup one-month countdown begins
Anxiety clashes with anticipation as one-month countdown to 2026 World Cup begins amid soaring tickets, Trump tensions and Iran war.
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Iran vows World Cup participation but sets 10 conditions
Iran confirms 2026 World Cup participation but sets 10 conditions, including visa guarantees for players with IRGC military ties.
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Fans get second chance: Enter for FIFA World Cup competition until 17:00 on Sunday
South African football fans have been given another opportunity to enter the Mzansi to the World Cup Lucky Fan Competition.
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World Cup 2026 Draw: SA to face Mexico in opener as Trump steals the show
Bafana Bafana drawn alongside hosts Mexico, Korea Republic and European qualifier in Group A, while US President receives FIFA Peace Prize.
