‘Pushing the limits’: Ageing stars make history at the 2026 World Cup
Experts say sport science is just part of a complex system of factors needed to extend longevity in football.
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From sensor-equipped balls to robot dogs: What’s new at the World Cup?
Technology, more specifically AI, will play a big role in the new additions at the upcoming World Cup.
!['Trionda' - translated from Spanish as "three waves" is the official match ball for the World Cup 2026 set to be hosted in the U.S., Canada and Mexico. The ball has a sensor chip inside it to track movement. [Daniel Cole/Reuters]](https://aljazeeranews-mggx1uo47w.edgeone.app/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/2026-05-12T171750Z_1958047099_UP1EM5C1C1O5K_RTRMADP_3_SOCCER-WORLDCUP-LOS-ANGELES-1780378175.jpg?resize=770%2C513&quality=80)
Iran footballers issued US visas for World Cup, says White House
Iran players get visas 10 days before their opening World Cup match against New Zealand in Los Angeles on June 15.
Man City chair Al Mubarak will ‘say everything’ after verdict on finances
English Premier League side Manchester City charged with 115 alleged breaches of financial rules.
Barcelona teenager Lamine Yamal wins La Liga Player of the Season award
Lamine Yamal will be an integral part of Spain’s World Cup 2026 challenge and was key in Barcelona’s La Liga defence.
FIFA cancels World Cup tickets for about 60 fans who got them for free
Mispriced tickets were sold through the official World Cup site ahead of next week’s showpiece event for FIFA.
Celtic fans oppose Keane as potential manager after Israel role
Ireland’s record goalscorer Robbie Keane played for Celtic but his link to manager’s job is facing criticism.
Iran footballers hand passports to US embassy for World Cup visa approval
Iran will fly to Mexico on Saturday to their home base at 2026 World Cup, while all their games are played in the US.
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Cohosts Mexico look to break last 16 ‘curse’ at 2026 World Cup
El Tri lost in the last 16 in seven consecutive World Cups but have higher hopes for the 2026 tournament.
Ranking the World Cup 2026 groups: Which teams are favourites to progress?
The first stage of the 2026 World Cup 2026 features 12 groups. We’ve ranked them and picked the favourites to advance.
US visa rejections, war on Iran keep fans away from World Cup
High visa application fees, equally high rejection rates, an unwelcoming America, and the war combine to deter fans.
