Soccer
US seizes nearly 400 websites that were illegally streaming World Cup, DOJ says
Servers and domains linked to the unauthorized streaming of the tournament's matches were targeted in Peru and Bulgaria, with additional disruptions in Croatia, Romania, Poland, and Colombia.
During the 2026 FIFA World Cup, remember: Jewish players need serious rabbinical advice - opinion
Cape Verde, the FIFA World Cup 2026 underdog with unexpected Moroccan Jewish roots
Vehicle hits crowd in Mexico's Cabo San Lucas at World Cup gathering, city hall says
Iran secures a 2-2 draw against New Zealand amid protests at an intense World Cup encounter
A goal was celebrated by some fans critical of the Iranian government, many of whom carried Iran's pre-revolutionary Lion and Sun flag. Some also booed Iran's national anthem before kickoff.
FIFA plans to organize match between Israel, Palestine during September U-15 tournament - report
The match would be played during a symbolic tournament in the US, with players from all 211 of FIFA’s member associations present, including Russia.
How Jewish soccer legends forced to flee the Holocaust built modern football
Béla Guttmann changed the shape of modern Brazilian soccer - and changed the sport forever - when he imported the revolutionary 4-2-4 system from Hungary to São Paulo in 1957.
Ebola risk for FIFA World Cup is 'extremely low', but US host cities are prepared, experts say
US hospitals and agencies have enhanced preparedness due to the Ebola outbreak in the DRC. Officials note that "Ebola isn't airborne and doesn't spread through casual contact."
Iranian soccer team arrives in US for FIFA World Cup as the two countries reach a peace deal
The US Iran peace deal is expected to be signed in Switzerland on Friday, with Pakistani and Swiss mediators present.
Iran's World Cup team gets warm send-off from fans in Tijuana, Mexico
Supporters in Mexico waved Iranian flags and chanted “Team Melli” as Iran’s players departed for their World Cup opener in Los Angeles.
World Cup bus set alight as chaotic celebrations erupt in Manhattan after Knicks win NBA
"They are expressing their happiness, a little bit violently, but it is what it is," said Youssef Sabbr, a 49-year-old Canadian of Moroccan descent.
Active senior league soccer player arrested by Lahav 433 on suspicion of gambling, match-fixing
The player's father was also summoned to provide testimony. At this stage, however, he is not considered a suspect.
First AI World Cup in history: What technology innovations are used during sports' biggest stage?
Almost every action on the pitch will generate digital data, from player positions, ball movement, contact points, refereeing decisions, crowd movement, and even broadcast output for viewers.
Israeli-Arab singer from Nazareth, Elyanna, takes the stage at 2026 World Cup opening ceremony
The Israeli-Arab singer delivered a high-energy set featuring a powerful vocal performance. She is reportedly the only artist of Middle Eastern descent on FIFA's official soundtrack.
