Soccer fans in Calgary endure snow, cold for chance to see FIFA World Cup trophy | Globalnews.ca
[ad_1] Excited soccer fans gathered outside the Saddledome on Sunday as Calgary welcomed the FIFA World Cup trophy tour which is making its way across Canada ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Some were able to get their picture taken mere inches from the iconic trophy, which is only allowed to be touched by […]
Video: Mexico’s Police Focus on World Cup While Thousands Remain Missing
[ad_1] new video loaded: Mexico’s Police Focus on World Cup While Thousands Remain Missing transcript Back transcript Mexico’s Police Focus on World Cup While Thousands Remain Missing Mexico’s heavy security investment for the World Cup is drawing criticism from families of the disappeared, who argue the focus on safety for teams and fans ignores their […]
Ahead of World Cup, ICE says its agents don’t carry guns in Canada | Globalnews.ca
[ad_1] By Anja Karadeglija The Canadian Press Posted April 6, 2026 1:11 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement says its agents in Canada don’t carry firearms, following questions about a potential ICE presence at upcoming FIFA World Cup games. An ICE spokesperson says personnel […]
Many FIFA World Cup visitors are planning trips outside Toronto, report hints | Globalnews.ca
[ad_1] Thousands of soccer fans descending on Toronto for the FIFA World Cup are planning trips outside of the city, a new report suggests. Destination Ontario, in partnership with Context Research Group, released a report Thursday indicating that among potential visitors from the United States and European markets, some are either interested in, actively planning or […]
Canada awaits winner of Italy, Bosnia match to determine Toronto World Cup game | Globalnews.ca
[ad_1] If Italy is going to qualify for its first World Cup in 12 years, the Azzurri’s defenders are going to have to contain a striker they respect and know well. Bosnia and Herzegovina’s 40-year-old forward Edin Dzeko has been a club teammate of all three of Italy’s starting defenders. Dzeko played with Gianluca Mancini […]
Authorities in Canada warn of fraud as FIFA World Cup approaches | Globalnews.ca
[ad_1] By Staff The Canadian Press Posted March 30, 2026 1:32 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size Authorities are warning Canadians and visitors about fraud schemes tied to the upcoming FIFA World Cup as the tournament, hosted by Canada, the United States and Mexico, approaches. The warning is being […]
Italy, Bosnia to play for right to face Canada in Toronto World Cup match | Globalnews.ca
[ad_1] Italy finally won a match in the World Cup playoffs. Now the four-time champion needs to win one more to avoid failing to qualify for a third straight time. The Azzurri beat Northern Ireland 2-0 in the European semifinals on Thursday. Sandro Tonali broke the deadlock with a half-volley early in the second half […]
Iran forbids its sports teams from traveling to ‘hostile’ countries
[ad_1] TEHRAN, Iran — Iran has banned its sports teams from traveling to countries it considers “hostile,” Iranian state TV reported Thursday ahead of Tractor FC’s scheduled soccer game in Saudi Arabia. The ban announced by Iran’s Ministry of Sports in Tehran didn’t mention the World Cup which starts June 11 in the United States, […]
4 European nations begin quest to play Canada in Toronto World Cup match | Globalnews.ca
[ad_1] By Staff The Canadian Press Posted March 26, 2026 8:22 am 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size Four-time champion Italy hosts Northern Ireland in the standout semifinal of the World Cup playoffs in Europe on Thursday. The Azzurri are under pressure to avoid failing to qualify for soccer’s biggest […]
Cristiano Ronaldo breaks silence on injury with positive message to fans | Football News – The Times of India
[ad_1] Cristiano Ronaldo has provided an encouraging update on his fitness, telling fans he is “getting better every day” in a post shared on X. The message comes as the football icon continues his recovery from a recent injury setback. Ronaldo post The Al-Nassr captain picked up a hamstring injury during a Saudi Pro League […]