24 m. ago Conor Hourihane: ‘I’m a big believer that there’s no wrong way to play’

The Barnsley boss tells Miguel Delaney about the changing nature of managing and the emotional toll of watching the Republic of Ireland push for World Cup 2026 qualification

Politics

12 h. ago England fans slam 'laughable' World Cup ticket prices as a 'slap in the face'

FIFA have been urged to halt sales amid what Football Supporters Europe labelled a ‘monumental betrayal’

Sport

12 h. ago England fans slam ‘outrageous’ World Cup ticketing as ‘ruining football’ with Three Lions supporters to pay thousands

ENGLAND fans got a kick in the ballots yesterday as Fifa launched a rip-off ticket lottery with sky high prices of at least £135-a-seat. The main ticket ballot for next summer's World Cup in the US, Canada and Mexico gave fans a chance to stake their claim on a seat. But only a tiny proportion...

Sport

13 h. ago England ticket prices for World Cup in full as FIFA accused of 'monumental betrayal'

England fans heading to the 2026 World Cup in North America have learned how much it will cost them to watch Thomas Tuchel's side in the group stages and later rounds

Politics

14 h. ago Three Spanish football fans hospitalised after attack by ‘masked Polish hooligans’ on motorway

Police confirmed that three fans were taken to hospital after being attacked on the motorway

Sport

14 h. ago Football and concert prices to 'soar' thanks to proposed hikes in policing costs

Industry chiefs are warning that football and music fans will be the ones who end up losing out if plans to make organisers pay more go ahead

Economics

15 h. ago Fifa urged to halt World Cup ticket sales after ‘monumental betrayal’ of fans

Prices five times more than 2022 Qatar World CupFA to confirm cost for England matches on ThursdayFifa has been urged to halt World Cup ticket sales after it emerged countries’ most loyal fans faced paying “extortionate” prices for tickets, with the cheapest for the final coming in at more than £3,000.The Croatian federation published details of prices in its participant member association (PMA) allocation early on Thursday, designed to be made available to fans who attend the most matches, with tickets at fixed rather than dynamic prices. It listed the cheapest tickets for the final on 19 July as costing $4,185 (£3,120, €3,563). The Football Association subsequently confirmed those prices in emails to members of the England Supporters Travel Club. Continue reading...

Sport

15 h. ago How much England fans will have pay for each game at the 2026 World Cup in USA, Canada and Mexico

England have qualified for the World Cup and fans now know how much tickets are going to set them back

Sport

15 h. ago ‘Censorship pure and simple’: critics hit out at Trump plan to vet visitors’ social media

Some warn proposal will decimate US tourism industry as free speech advocates say it will lead to people self-censoringFree speech advocates have accused Donald Trump of “shredding civil liberties” and “censorship pure and simple” after the White House said it planned to require visa applicants from dozens of countries to provide social media, phone and email histories for vetting before being allowed into the US.In a move that some commentators compared to China and others warned would decimate tourism to the US, including the 2026 Fifa World Cup, the Department for Homeland Security said it was planning to apply the rules to visitors from 42 countries, including the UK, Ireland, Australia, France, Germany and Japan, if they want to enter the US on the commonly used Esta visa waiver. Continue reading...

Politics

19 h. ago Football fans fear Trump tourism rule will lead to one major problem at World Cup 2026

The United States is co-hosting the FIFA 2026 World alongside neighbours, Canada and Mexico, but a proposal by the Trump administration may scupper many fans' plans to attend

Politics

19 h. ago ‘Somalis are the scapegoat’: fear rises as Trump targets Minneapolis community

Residents have had to adjust how they’re living – staying home, carrying passports – since Trump launched his attackOn Tuesday morning, just a few stalls were open among the dozens that normally sell food, rugs, clothing and jewelry at Karmel mall, a Somali community hub in Minneapolis. Longtime Minnesotans said they had never seen the mall as quiet as it has been in recent days, almost jarringly still.The bustle was replaced by unease and fear over the Trump administration’s menace toward Somalis and increased immigration agents in the city, tasked with targeting Somalis for deportation. Continue reading...

Politics

20 h. ago How to apply for Scotland 2026 World Cup tickets today as Fifa ballot opens

Everything you need to know about Scotland World Cup tickets

Politics

21 h. ago Esta rules, hidden surcharges and World Cup advice: Everything you need to know about US travel in 2026

These are the key factors to consider before a trip to America

Politics

27 h. ago It's good to see loyal Tartan Army fans get rewarded after special access codes

A Scottish Football Association deal with FIFA will allow Scotland fans with the most loyalty points to get “first dibs” on the cheapest tickets.

Events

38 h. ago FIFA receive official letter of complaint as World Cup controversy surfaces already

Planning for the 2026 World Cup is already well underway but FIFA have received a complaint from one of the nations who have already booked their spot at the tournament

Politics

39 h. ago Violent thug tried to murder football fan outside pub after Celtic match by stamping on his head in sickening attack

A THUG stamped on a football fan's head outside a pub after a Celtic game in a brutal murder bid attack. Billy Reid, 22, punched and stamped on Mark Forrester, 27, before booting him on the head as he lay stricken on the road. A police appeal was launched with social media finally helping trace...

Events

40 h. ago The World Cup’s magic is at risk and Fifa must consider this quick fix

The final round of group fixtures in Qatar produced immense drama, but with third-place qualifiers, USA, Canada and Mexico risks an underwhelming finale, but Miguel Delaney considers a simple solution

Events

41 h. ago Scotland World Cup 2026: TV broadcast details confirmed for games with Haiti, Morocco and Brazil

Full TV details as Scotland’s World Cup broadcast schedule is confirmed.

Politics

42 h. ago Revealed: Which World Cup games the BBC and ITV will show next summer as broadcasters CONFIRM match split

The BBC and ITV have unveiled their live match split for the 2026 World Cup. Both broadcasters will show the final at the MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19.

Culture

42 h. ago Falcons' Drake London injury news on playing this week is stressful for fantasy football playoffs

Falcons' Drake London injury news on playing this week is stressful for fantasy football playoffs  sportingnews.com

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