FIFA World Cup

Saudi Arabia quietly shelving NEOM Stadium, one of 2034 World Cup venues

The NEOM Stadium was billed as an elevated arena in a glitzy ​100-mile (160-km) steel-and-glass structure known as The Line, part of the broader development known as NEOM.

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A model of the proposed NEOM Stadium is seen inside the Saudi Arabia World Cup bid exhibition.
Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri.

Morocco's king appoints first female prime minister following election

The incoming government will oversee the final stages of a $20-billion push to prepare for the 2030 World Cup, which Morocco will co-host with Portugal and Spain.

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Another Gloomy Evening for Israeli Basketball. Kravitz.

Israel knocked out of World Cup qualification after defeat to Latvia

The national team fell in second half as Latvia pulled away for an 85-70 win, capping a dismal evening for Ariel Beit-Halahmy and players.

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Soccer Football - FIFA Under-20 Women's World Cup - Group A - Poland v Argentina - Arena Katowice, Katowice, Poland - September 5, 2026 FIFA President Gianni Infantino inside the stadium before the match

FIFA President Gianni Infantino says he will seek re-election in March despite calls to resign

FIFA President Gianni Infantino, seeking a fourth term in March next year, has faced calls to resign after his plan to sell a 20% stake in the World Cup was scrapped amid widespread backlash in July.

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Why during the World Cup do more heart attacks occur? Cardiologist explains and warns

An Israeli cardiologist shares that he treated several fans who suffered a myocardial infarction during matches, and explains how emotional stress affects the cardiovascular system.

JUNE 18, 2026ByDORON KUPERSTEIN
In the 24 hours following the match and during the two days after it, an increase of about 25 percent was recorded in the number of hospitalizations due to myocardial infarction

Soccer fans flock to Mexico City cathedral to pray to 'Soccer baby Jesus' for World Cup victory

Fans from Argentina, Colombia, Spain, Mexico, and other countries posed in front of the figure for photos or to ask for victory for their national teams.

JUNE 18, 2026ByREUTERS
A woman cleans a glass cabinet with a baby Jesus statue dressed in a version of the national soccer team jersey at a church in Mexico City June 12, 2014. Catholic soccer fans pray before the statue, which believers say has granted miracles in the past.

IDF soldier killed in Hezbollah IED explosion, Iran-US deal tensions continue

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JUNE 18, 2026ByJERUSALEM POST PODCASTS
(ILLUSTRATIVE) AN IDF soldier aiming out of a window in southern Lebanon.

Hind Rajab Foundation demands US arrests dual citizen IDF veteran at World Cup match

The Hind Rajab Foundation, whose director is affiliated with Hezbollah, filed a criminal complaint against a veteran while he was in Sri Lanka on vacation.

JUNE 17, 2026ByYOAV ETIEL
A general view of FIFA World Cup 2026 signage at Kansas City Stadium on June 08, 2026 in Kansas City, Missouri.

Israeli flag removed at World Cup match as Palestinian flags remain

An Israeli flag was reportedly removed from a fan at a World Cup match between Iran and New Zealand, while nearby Palestinian flags were left in place, Hebrew media reported.

JUNE 17, 2026ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Supporters with flags from Palestine, Israel and Iran in the stands during the World Cup match between Iran v New Zealand at the Los Angeles Stadium on June 15, 2026.

Iranian football player's US visa expired after one World Cup game, Iran Football Federation says

The Iran Football Federation assured it was taking action to obtain a new visa for the team's winger, Mehdi Torabi, after his visa expired following a match against New Zealand in Los Angeles.

JUNE 17, 2026ByREUTERS
Inglewood, California, USA; New Zealand forward Elijah Just (11) and Iran forward Mohammad Mohebi (8) battle for the ball in the first half during a Group G match in the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Los Angeles Stadium, June 15, 2026.

How not to reach 2,000 calories during an evening of watching the World Cup

Many days of football are ahead of us, and that means many hours of late–night television – and yes, also a lot of snacking. We have prepared a list for you that will help you not to overdo it.

JUNE 16, 2026ByDR. MAYA ROSMAN
When we eat while watching, especially during a tense match, our attention is not on the food

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.

JUNE 16, 2026ByREUTERS
FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group G - Iran v New Zealand - Los Angeles Stadium, Inglewood, California, U.S. - June 15, 2026 Iran's Mohammad Mohebbi scores their second goal past New Zealand's Max Crocombe.

Iranian Americans plan protests as soccer team prepares for their World Cup opener

Iran's participation in the tournament has been beset by controversy against the backdrop of the war, which began in February when the US and Israel launched strikes on Iran.

JUNE 15, 2026ByREUTERS
Protesters against the Iranian regime demonstrate outside Carson Sports Park in Carson, California, US, June 14, 2026.

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.

JUNE 15, 2026ByTOBIAS HOLCMAN
FIFA President Gianni Infantino Press Conference - Estadio Azteca, Mexico City, Mexico - June 10, 2026 FIFA President Gianni Infantino with the FIFA World Cup trophy during the press conference.