World cup soccer

FIFA head announces no changes to Iran's World Cup schedule as protestors demand team ban

Protesters gathered outside the FIFA Congress in Vancouver, calling for the Iranian team to be banned from the upcoming World Cup for representing the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.

Protesters react as they hold demonstration placards outside the Vancouver Convention Centre during the 76th FIFA Congress on April 30, 2026.
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My Word: When pride meets prejudice - opinion

The New York/New Jersey's FIFA World Cup 2026 logo is revealed during the kickoff event in Times Square in New York City, US, May 18, 2023.

US not against Iran's participation in World Cup, but ties to IRGC not allowed, Rubio says

TAI BARIBO finds the net for D.C. United, emblematic of a new wave of Israeli soccer stars thriving on American soil.

Star-Spangled exodus: How MLS became a Mecca for Israeli soccer stars


Messi's menacing on-field bodyguard is always by his side

A former soldier in the US Army's special unit and an MMA fighter protects Lionel Messi on and off the field.


Spanish soccer chief's mother goes on hunger strike after son kissed player

Angeles Bejar said her strike would last "until a solution is found to the inhumane and bloody hunt they are carrying out against my son with something he does not deserve."

  FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 - Group E - Japan v Spain - Khalifa International Stadium, Doha, Qatar - December 1, 2022 President of the Royal Spanish Football Federation Luis Rubiales in the stands before the match.

Saudi Arabia seeks Iran’s support for World Cup bid - Iranian politician

The Iranian politician added that Saudi Arabia invited Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi to visit the kingdom.

Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian and Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud hold a press conference in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, August 17, 2023.

Qatar's tourism industry thrives post-World Cup: 347% increase in arrivals expected

Doha is increasingly competitive with more traditional tourist centers such as Dubai and Manama.

  Fans arriving in Qatar - Hamad International Airport, Doha, Qatar - November 19, 2022

A Jewish guide to the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup

Here’s a Jewish guide to the Women’s World Cup, which started Thursday and concludes Aug. 20.

Soccer ball (illustrative)

Grapevine July 19, 2023: Au revoir, Monsieur Ambassadeur

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

 OUTGOING FRENCH AMBASSADOR Eric Danon and his wife, Marie.

The world needs to achieve gender equality in sports - opinion

The growth of women’s sports demonstrates to young girls that they have the same opportunities as boys. It allows them to see and display leadership.

 Soccer: 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup Send Off-Wales at USA

Historic 1989 Israel-Colombia soccer match showcased in new documentary

Ambassador Gali Dagan

Editor's Notes: Israel’s World Cup Cinderella story

“There is only one big, united family. If only we would learn to live in such brotherhood and peace in our country.”

 ISRAELI PLAYERS celebrate after defeating South Korea to take third place in the FIFA Under-20 World Cup tournament, last Sunday in La Plata, Argentina.

Israel comes third place in FIFA U-20 World cup after victory over South Korea

Israel played against South Korea for the third-place title after losing to Uruguay in the semifinal round, who then went on to win the entire tournament after defeating Italy.

 Israel's Ilay Feingold in action with South Korea's Bae Jun-Ho - FIFA Under-20 World Cup - Third-Place Playoff - Israel v South Korea - Estadio Unico Diego Armando Maradona, La Plata, Argentina - June 11, 2023.