‘World Cup Czar’ Discusses NYC’s Plan for the Tournament

‘World Cup czar’ discusses NYC’s plan for the tournament

The World Cup is expected to bring an influx of more than one million visitors to the city.

FIFA Announces 2026 World Cup Games Will Be Played as Scheduled Despite Iran Pulling from Tournament

Nearly a week after Iran’s sport minister said the country will not participate in the 2026 World Cup following U.S. and Israeli airstrikes, FIFA announced Tuesday it is working with all participating teams to ensure the tournament goes as planned. “FIFA is in regular contact with all participating member associations, including (the Islamic Republic of) Iran, to discuss planning for the FIFA World Cup 2026. FIFA is looking forward to all partic…