Vancouver counts cost of hosting 2026 World Cup
November 28 – With the countdown to June 13, 2026, now under 200 days, Vancouver is racing to reshape parts of its city to satisfy FIFA’s stringent demands for security and “brand protection”.
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Sportsworld appoints Official England Travel Partner for 2026 FIFA World Cup
November 27 – Sportsworld has been appointed the Official England Travel Partner for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, extending a relationship with the tournament that now spans nearly half a century.
World Cup 2026 seedings set to benefit the current top four ranked nations
November 27 – FIFA has revealed the seeding and pot formulation for the 48-team World Cup set to be held next summer in the United States, Mexico and Canada ahead of the draw which will be held on December 5.
Ronaldo to play in World Cup despite being sent off for violent conduct in Ireland qualifier
November 26 – Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo has been cleared to play for his country in their opening game of the 2026 World Cup despite his red card against the Republic of Ireland.
FIFA freebies: Dallas runs tryouts for 2026 volunteers
November 26 – The North Texas FWC Organising Committee and the City of Dallas opened the new FIFA World Cup 2026 Volunteer Center inside the Food and Fiber Pavilion at Fair Park this week. The 25,000-square-foot space will act as the main base for training, support, and operations for the thousands of volunteers the tournament will rely on.
Scottish 2026 qualification shakes the nation
November 23 – For the first time since 1998, Scotland is going to the World Cup finals, and the joy of the fans has literally rattled the country. The Tartan Army’s spiritual home, Hampden Park, is known for the ‘Hampden Roar’ and on Wednesday night in their dramatic 4-2 win over Denmark, they celebrated with such force that the British Geological Survey picked it up like a tiny earthquake.
FIFA completes World Cup play-off draws with big names fighting for 2026 berth
November 20 – FIFA has completed the play-off draws for the 2026 World Cup following the end of the initial qualification phase.
Curaçao dump Jamaica to earn spot at 2026 finals, Haiti and Panama through
November 19 – It was an unexpected and tumultuous end to Concacaf 2026 qualifying with joy for Curaçao, Haiti and Panama and despair for pre-match favourites Jamaica, Costa Rica, Honduras and Suriname.
107th minute penalty win over UAE sends Iraq into 2026 FIFA Intercontinental Play-offs
November 19 – Iraq have kept their 2026 World Cup hopes alive with a dramatic late finish, edging the UAE 3–2 on aggregate thanks to a penalty deep into the 107th minute in Basra.
DoorDash picks up 2026 and 2027 World Cup sponsorships
November 18 – FIFA has added delivery technology company, DoorDash, as an Official Tournament Supporter for the FIFA World Cup 2026 and the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027.
Trump administration announces prioritised visas for World Cup ticket holders
November 18 – Flanked by FIFA boss Gianni Infantino, U.S. President Donald Trump and his administration said that World Cup ticket holders will be prioritised for visa interviews.
DR Congo secure 2026 play-off slot on a journey to the US their fans can’t take
November 17 – The DR Congo will participate in the intercontinental playoffs for the 2026 World Cup after defeating African heavyweights Nigeria in a penalty shootout on Sunday.
Tuchel’s England complete 2026 qualifying with maximum points and no goals against
November16 – England didn’t just qualify for the World Cup in 2026, they waltzed through qualification winning every match and not conceding a single goal.
Goal machine Haaland drive Norway to first World Cup finals since 1998
November 14 – With a 4-1 victory against Estonia, including a double from Erling Haaland, Norway have closed in on their first World Cup finals since 1998. Only an improbable hammering against Italy can keep Haaland and co out of the 2026 tournament.
Cameroon out of 2026 as Nigeria leave it late to claim play-off place
November 14 – Cameroon’s World Cup dream came crashing down on Thursday after the DR Congo’s Chancel Mbemba’s late strike dumped the Indomitable Lions out of the African playoffs.