Cape Verde, New Zealand & the World Cup 2026 Underdogs Worth Watching
Cape Verde make their World Cup debut while New Zealand chase their first knockout round. A deep look at both nations — and what Spain’s fitness scare me…
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Iran at World Cup 2026: Football Under the Shadow of Geopolitics
Iran head to World Cup 2026 amid extraordinary geopolitical tension with the US and Israel. A deep-dive into Team Melli’s squad, tactics, and what to expect.
Iran at World Cup 2026: War, Water Bans and Preparation Under Pressure
Iran’s players open up on competing in the US amid conflict, while FIFA bans water bottles in summer heat. A look at the pressures shaping World Cup 2026.
World Cup 2026 VAR Rule Change: More Goals to Be Ruled Out
A new IFAB rule means fouls before kick-off will now face VAR review at World Cup 2026. What changes, what stays the same, and who might suffer most.
Iran Drop Azmoun and Six Rule Changes Shaping World Cup 2026
Iran omit Sardar Azmoun from their World Cup 2026 squad amid political tensions, as IFAB rule changes ban goalkeeper timeouts and reshape the tournament.
World Cup 2026: Has the Tournament Actually Arrived Yet?
Days from kick-off in Mexico City, the 2026 World Cup still feels oddly distant — especially in the US. We examine why, and what the groups tell us.
Iraq at the 2026 World Cup: 40 Years, Wars and a New Generation
Iraq return to the World Cup after 40 years. Al-Hamadi, Iqbal and a diaspora generation carry the hopes of a nation shaped by war and sanctions.
World Cup 2026 Fan Costs: Where Cities Are Getting It Right
Philadelphia, Kansas City and Atlanta are bucking the price-gouging trend at World Cup 2026. A data-driven look at what fans will actually pay this summer.
World Cup 2026: Logistics, Squads and the Politics Off the Pitch
Iran shift to Tijuana, Pochettino names his USMNT roster, Ancelotti gambles on Neymar. The off-pitch stories shaping World Cup 2026 before a ball is kicked.
Heat, Humidity and the 2026 World Cup: Who Survives?
How heat, humidity and high altitude at the 2026 World Cup will separate contenders from pretenders — tactics, fitness and squad depth examined.
