Haitians Rejoice Over Their First World Cup Berth in 50 Years

The national team’s success in landing a World Cup slot gave Haitians around the world a momentary reprieve from their country’s deep crises.

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In the Faroe Islands’ Soccer Team, the Players Also Have Day Jobs

The Faroe Islands, rugged green specks in the North Atlantic, are an underdog. Most of the guys on the team have day jobs.

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FIFA Will Award Its Own Peace Prize Next Month in Washington

Gianni Infantino, the president of FIFA, has built a close relationship with President Trump, who has groused about not winning the Nobel Peace Prize.

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How Saudi Arabia and Qatar Benefited From Rule Changes to Reach the World Cup

A soccer governing body that both countries have helped bankroll gave them extra rest and home-field advantage to set up World Cup qualification.

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Starmer Objects as Police Bar Israeli Team’s Fans From U.K. Soccer Game

Confrontation has shadowed Israeli teams’ games in Europe since the start of the Gaza war. Local authorities sought to bar visiting fans at a game in central England next month.

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Brash Investor in Global Soccer Clubs Is Charged With Fraud

Josh Wander, a Miami businessman, drew scrutiny after buying soccer teams on three continents through 777 Partners, which collapsed after facing spiraling accusations of wrongdoing.

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Why Was the President of FIFA at the Gaza Summit?

Gianni Infantino, the head of soccer’s global governing body, frequently appears alongside President Trump at events outside the realm of sports.

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World Cup Qualifiers Become a Venue for European Protests of Israel

Israeli soccer officials expected the demonstrations to persist even after a cease-fire took hold in Gaza.

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Mamdani Proposes a World Cup Czar to Boost Tourism

Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic front-runner for mayor of New York City, said a “czar” would make the soccer tournament better for fans and could maximize tourism benefits.

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Many Minor Hits Can Damage an Athlete’s Brain, Studies Find

New research in amateur football and soccer players has identified some potential early warning signs of C.T.E.

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