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Trump says Iran can play World Cup in the United States
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Trump says Iran can play World Cup in the United States

United States President Donald Trump said "I'm OK" with Iran playing the World Cup, which will be held in the US, Canada and Mexico in June and July. Iran will play their three group stage matches in the US amid a conflict between both countries.

Apr 30
3 min
Donald Trump calls Gianni Infantino 'a piece of work' after FIFA boss confirms Iran's World Cup fate
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Donald Trump calls Gianni Infantino 'a piece of work' after FIFA boss confirms Iran's World Cup fate

U.S. President Donald Trump has offered his take after hearing that FIFA President Gianni Infantino had confirmed Iran's participation in the upcoming World Cup on Thursday

Apr 30
2 min
Mexico goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa eyes an emotional farewell after the World Cup
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Mexico goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa eyes an emotional farewell after the World Cup

Mexico goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa said Thursday he will retire from the national team after the World Cup and that the tournament could also mark the end of his playing career. Ochoa, who will turn 41 during the World Cup, has appeared in the previous five editions and is expected to be called for

Apr 30
3 min
Is the Handball Rule Broken? Tyler Adams Talks World Cup Pressure & Is Mourinho Right for Real Madrid?
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Is the Handball Rule Broken? Tyler Adams Talks World Cup Pressure & Is Mourinho Right for Real Madrid?

On this episode of The Cooligans, the boys tackle one of football’s most frustrating debates: is the UEFA Champions League handball rule fundamentally broken? They unpack the inconsistency that leaves fans and players confused week after week. Then, USMNT and Bournemouth star Tyler Adams joins the s

Apr 30
3 min
'Let them play': President Trump open to Iran participating in 2026 World Cup
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'Let them play': President Trump open to Iran participating in 2026 World Cup

U.S. President Donald Trump has said he is open to Iran playing at the 2026 World Cup, following in the footsteps of FIFA president Gianni Infantino.

Apr 30
3 min
FIFA leader Infantino starts race for re-election in 2027 vote hosted by African ally Morocco
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FIFA leader Infantino starts race for re-election in 2027 vote hosted by African ally Morocco

The FIFA presidential vote in 2027 that is set to give Gianni Infantino a final four-year term in office will be hosted by Morocco — the soccer body’s second straight election meeting in Africa where he has built strong political ties. Infantino on Thursday announced the 2030 World Cup co-host will

Apr 30
3 min
FIFA president Gianni Infantino defends 2026 World Cup ticket prices
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FIFA president Gianni Infantino defends 2026 World Cup ticket prices

Gianni Infantino has defended ticket prices at the 2026 World Cup, acknowledging that some seats are expensive but saying others are affordable.

Apr 30
2 min
Local filmmakers call on residents to help capture Philadelphia's World Cup spirit
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Local filmmakers call on residents to help capture Philadelphia's World Cup spirit

With less than 45 days until the start of the FIFA World Cup, two local filmmakers are turning Philadelphia into what they describe as a living hype reel - and they want residents to be the stars.

Apr 30
2 min
FIFA president says Iran will play in World Cup as Trump backs their participation: 'Let them play'
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FIFA president says Iran will play in World Cup as Trump backs their participation: 'Let them play'

Iran is scheduled to begin play on June 15 in Los Angeles against New Zealand.

Apr 30
3 min
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