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Infantino fires back over 'shameful' World Cup ticket prices

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has once again stepped in to defend the astronomical pricing of tickets for the 2026 World Cup. Facing an onslaught of criticism from supporters who have labelled the costs as "shameful," the head of world football's governing body claims the move is a financial necessity.

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World Cup 2026: Full list of qualified teams

GOAL breaks down all the confirmed qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup, plus the teams who could soon be on their way.

World Cup 2026 draw: Everything you need to know

The latest information on the World Cup 2026 draw, including the date, what to expect in terms of teams and pots, and how to watch.

SC Freiburg v FC Utrecht - UEFA Europa League 2025/26 League Phase MD3

Ex-Man Utd youngster Iqbal banished ahead of Betis showdown

Former Manchester United player Zidane Iqbal has been banished from the Utrecht squad and will be absent for the game against Real Betis in the Europa League on Thursday. Utrecht coach Ron Jans has publicly criticised the midfielder following his return from international duty with Iraq, saying that he needs "a reset" before he will be brought back into the team.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup Countdown Clock Is Unveiled In Mexico City

FIFA Play-Off Tournament: Everything you need to know

FIFA Play-Off Tournament — how it works, who qualifies, seeding, format, schedule and other key points you should know.

How to buy Iraq vs UAE World Cup Qualifier tickets

Check out all the ticket options for the forthcoming epic Middle East encounter

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
1	Nashville SC	21	15	4	2	43	17	26	49	W W W D L
2	Inter Miami CF	21	11	6	4	49	40	9	39	L D L D W
3	Chicago Fire FC	20	11	3	6	37	26	11	36	D W W W L
4	New England Revolution	21	10	4	7	33	26	7	34	D W L L D
5	Charlotte FC	21	9	5	7	38	32	6	32	W D W L W

Pos

Team

+/-

PTS

Form

Nashville SC

W
W
W
D
L

Inter Miami CF

L
D
L
D
W

Chicago Fire FC

D
W
W
W
L

New England Revolution

D
W
L
L
D

Charlotte FC

W
D
W
L
W

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
1	Vancouver Whitecaps	20	12	4	4	45	18	27	40	W L W D D
2	Houston Dynamo FC	21	12	2	7	30	26	4	38	L W W W W
3	Los Angeles FC	22	10	5	7	36	22	14	35	D L L D W
4	San Jose Earthquakes	21	10	3	8	39	33	6	33	L L L L D
5	FC Dallas	21	9	6	6	38	34	4	33	L W W D L

Pos

Team

+/-

PTS

Form