New York City to host 2026 FIFA World Cup final, Mexico gets opener
10 months, 2 weeks ago

New York City to host 2026 FIFA World Cup final, Mexico gets opener

Live Mint  

The FIFA World Cup 202 will be held at MetLife Stadium in New York, the organizers announced on Saturday, adding that the bid held off a strong challenge from Dallas to secure the July 19 game. FIFA president Gianni Infantino said, “The most inclusive and impactful FIFA World Cup ever is no longer a dream but a reality that will take shape in the form of 104 matches in 16 state-of-the-art stadiums across Canada, Mexico, and the USA.” "From the opening match at the iconic Estadio Azteca to the spectacular final in New York New Jersey, players and fans have been at the core of our extensive planning for this game-changing tournament. All you need to know about FIFA World Cup 2026 After 1970 and 1986, the Azteca will be the first stadium to host matches for three different World Cup tournaments. The 16 host cities for the tournament are — Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Guadalajara, Houston, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Mexico City, Miami, Monterrey, New York-New Jersey, Philadelphia, San Francisco Bay Area, Seattle, Toronto, and Vancouver.

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FIFA Club World Cup 2025: Messi and Inter Miami to kick-off tournament against Egyptian club Al Ahly
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2 weeks, 4 days ago

FIFA Club World Cup 2025: Messi and Inter Miami to kick-off tournament against Egyptian club Al Ahly

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami will open the Club World Cup against Egyptian club Al Ahly, with Palmeiras and Porto also part of that group for the tournament that will take place in the U.S. next year. Inter Miami’s selection was widely panned by critics, the volume of that only rising after the team that won the Supporters Shield as …

Messi’s Miami to open expanded 2025 Club World Cup against Egypt’s Al Ahly
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Messi’s Miami to open expanded 2025 Club World Cup against Egypt’s Al Ahly

Al Jazeera  

The draw for the Club World Cup will see Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami open FIFA’s expanded Club World Cup in 2025. Lionel Messi and Inter Miami now know their path for next year’s Club World Cup. Premier League champions Manchester City were drawn, at the event in Miami on Thursday evening, with Juventus, Wydad AC and Al Ain in Group …

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 draws praises from 2034 WC stakeholders in Saudi Arabia
1 month ago

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 draws praises from 2034 WC stakeholders in Saudi Arabia

The Hindu  

The success of FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 remained one of the major talking points two years after the tournament, at the Misk Global Forum 2024, held between November 18 and 19, 2024, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Coinciding with the tournament’s two-year anniversary, Qatar 2022 CEO Nasser Al Khater took to the stage to reflect on the tournament’s success and …

FIFA Intercontinental Cup 2024: Qatar to host last three matches, final at Lusail Stadium on December 18
1 month, 1 week ago

FIFA Intercontinental Cup 2024: Qatar to host last three matches, final at Lusail Stadium on December 18

The Hindu  

Qatar is set to host the final three matches of the FIFA Intercontinental Cup 2024 in December, the tournament’s Local Organising Committee announced on Tuesday. Stadium 974 will host two matches before the much-anticipated final match at Lusail – marking the two-year anniversary of the historic FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 final. The tournament will witness clubs from across the …

Donald Trump’s US presidential election win creates fresh controversy for FIFA World Cup 2026 planning
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Donald Trump’s US presidential election win creates fresh controversy for FIFA World Cup 2026 planning

Hindustan Times  

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be held in three North American countries; USA, Canada and Mexico. It is the first time the tournament will be held by three nations, and the first North American World Cup since 1994. During his campaign, Trump revealed that the visa applications would get harder, which means the wait time will be more lengthy …

2025 Club World Cup final to be at MetLife Stadium, site of 2026 World Cup final
2 months, 3 weeks ago

2025 Club World Cup final to be at MetLife Stadium, site of 2026 World Cup final

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Next year’s championship of the expanded Club World Cup will be played on July 13 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, site of the 2026 World Cup final. Sites include six NFL stadiums; four Major League Soccer homes; the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California, site of the 1994 World Cup final; and Camping World Stadium …

Phone deal for visiting fans at 2026 World Cup part of Verizon sponsor pact with FIFA
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Phone deal for visiting fans at 2026 World Cup part of Verizon sponsor pact with FIFA

Associated Press  

GENEVA — Soccer fans arriving in North America for the 2026 World Cup have been promised help with their cell phone coverage from Verizon as part of a sponsor deal with FIFA announced on Tuesday. “We are going to see that all the fans have the best experiences in the stadiums.” FIFA described Verizon in a statement as “the go-to …

World Cup bidders give FIFA their detailed plans in Paris to host the tournaments in 2030 and 2034
4 months, 3 weeks ago

World Cup bidders give FIFA their detailed plans in Paris to host the tournaments in 2030 and 2034

Associated Press  

PARIS — On the sidelines of the Paris Olympics, FIFA has been doing business with its future hosts of the men’s World Cup including Saudi Arabia. FIFA said on Monday it received in Paris the formal bid books from leaders of the seven member federations which are the exclusive bidders for the World Cups of 2030 and 2034. The 2030 …

FIFA awards 2026 World Cup contract for high-end hospitality to NFL specialist On Location
5 months ago

FIFA awards 2026 World Cup contract for high-end hospitality to NFL specialist On Location

Associated Press  

GENEVA — FIFA picked hospitality provider On Location to run its high-end billion-dollar program for the 2026 World Cup that will see 104 men’s games in the United States, Canada and Mexico. FIFA’s financial report for 2022 said it earned “$243 million through the sale of hospitality rights” for the World Cup in Qatar, which had just 64 games. Soccer’s …

Copa America 2024 venue guide: All you need to know about the stadiums
6 months ago

Copa America 2024 venue guide: All you need to know about the stadiums

The Hindu  

This edition of the Copa America will commence on June 21, with the defending champion Argentina taking on Canada in a Group A clash at the Mercedez Benz Stadium in Atlanta. Matches: Argentina vs Canada - June 20 United States vs Panama - June 27 Hard Rock Stadium - Miami Gardens, Florida Located on the East Coast, it will host …

The NFL will host its first regular-season game in Spain in 2025 at Real Madrid’s stadium
10 months, 2 weeks ago

The NFL will host its first regular-season game in Spain in 2025 at Real Madrid’s stadium

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — The NFL is headed to Spain in 2025 for the first regular-season game ever in that country. The league announced Friday at the Super Bowl that its international slate of games for the 2025 season will feature a game at Real Madrid’s iconic Santiago Bernabeu Stadium. “We could not be more excited to bring the best of …

World Cup 2026 schedule, fixture dates and stadium venues
10 months, 2 weeks ago

World Cup 2026 schedule, fixture dates and stadium venues

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The schedule for the men’s 2026 World Cup …

How New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium won a bitter battle to host the 2026 World Cup final
10 months, 2 weeks ago

How New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium won a bitter battle to host the 2026 World Cup final

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Venues made impassioned pitches to Fifa for the right to stage the …

FIFA World Cup 2026 schedule: New Jersey awarded final of 48-team tournament; Mexico to play opener at Azteca on June 11
10 months, 2 weeks ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 schedule: New Jersey awarded final of 48-team tournament; Mexico to play opener at Azteca on June 11

Hindustan Times  

New Jersey's MetLife Stadium will host the biggest clash in world football - the World Cup final - as organisers FIFA announced the match schedule for the 2026 edition of the showpiece event on Monday. With 104 games and 48 teams set to battle for the iconic trophy, the FIFA World Cup 2026 promises to be the biggest-ever edition of …

FIFA World Cup 2026 schedule: From dates to venues, all you need to know about football's biggest tournament
10 months, 2 weeks ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 schedule: From dates to venues, all you need to know about football's biggest tournament

India TV News  

FIFA World Cup 2026 schedule: FIFA has revealed the schedule and locations for the upcoming World Cup 2026. "The most inclusive and impactful FIFA World Cup ever is no longer a dream but a reality that will take shape in the form of 104 matches in 16 state-of-the-art stadiums across Canada, Mexico and the USA," FIFA president Gianni Infantino said. …

Inside the World Cup 2026 final host city selection: Why New Jersey was picked over Dallas
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Inside the World Cup 2026 final host city selection: Why New Jersey was picked over Dallas

New York Times  

Over the course of several days this fall, Gianni Infantino met with some of the most powerful leaders in sports, politics and global affairs. We learned the FIFA president’s favorite Mexican food is tacos and then finally what we really needed to know: where the 104 matches of the 2026 World Cup will be played and, crucially, that the final …

New Jersey to host 2026 World Cup final and Mexico City to stage opening game
10 months, 2 weeks ago

New Jersey to host 2026 World Cup final and Mexico City to stage opening game

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy MetLife Stadium in New Jersey will host the …

World Cup 2026 to begin at Mexico City’s Azteca Stadium with final in New Jersey
10 months, 2 weeks ago

World Cup 2026 to begin at Mexico City’s Azteca Stadium with final in New Jersey

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The 2026 World Cup will kick off Mexico …

FIFA World Cup 2026: Mexico to stage opener at Azteca, New York to host final
10 months, 2 weeks ago

FIFA World Cup 2026: Mexico to stage opener at Azteca, New York to host final

The Hindu  

The FIFA World Cup 2026 will be played from June 11 to July 19, with Mexico playing opening fixture at the Azteca Stadium in Mexico City, the governing body of football announced on Sunday. AS IT HAPPENED: FIFA World Cup Schedule announcement highlights The United States will kick off its group stage campaign at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on …

2026 World Cup final will be played at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey
10 months, 2 weeks ago

2026 World Cup final will be played at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey

Associated Press  

The 2026 World Cup final will be played at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, beating out Texas and California for soccer’s showcase game. “The bigger picture is what leads up to it and what we leave behind for the decades to come.” FIFA made the announcement Sunday at a Miami television studio, allocating the opener of the 39-day tournament to …

U.S. to open 2026 World Cup play at SoFi Stadium
10 months, 2 weeks ago

U.S. to open 2026 World Cup play at SoFi Stadium

LA Times  

SoFi Stadium, home to the Rams and Chargers and in 2026, World Cup games. The stadium is set to host eight World Cup games in 2026, including the U.S. group opener. When the tournament returns to this country in 2026, it will start there, with Inglewood’s SoFi Stadium announced Sunday as the site of the U.S. team’s opening game. “We …

Why SoFi might be odd stadium out for 2026 World Cup final
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Why SoFi might be odd stadium out for 2026 World Cup final

LA Times  

A 21-member FIFA delegation visits SoFi Stadium in November 2021. SoFi Stadium in Inglewood could host up to eight World Cup games in 2026. That gives Arlington a huge advantage over SoFi and MetLife, said Alan Rothenberg, a former U.S. Soccer president who was the driving force behind the 1994 World Cup, still the most successful ever. It’s clear that …

Atlanta to host opening game, Miami gets the final for 2024 Copa América
1 year, 1 month ago

Atlanta to host opening game, Miami gets the final for 2024 Copa América

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta was awarded the 2024 Copa América opener and South Florida’s Hard Rock Stadium will host the final of the tournament, held outside of its home continent for only the second time A joint announcement was made Monday by soccer’s governing bodies of South America and of North and Central America and the Caribbean. The …

2030 World Cup will be hosted by six countries across three continents, Fifa announces
1 year, 2 months ago

2030 World Cup will be hosted by six countries across three continents, Fifa announces

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Spain, Portugal and Morocco will co-host the 2030 …

2030 World Cup set to be hosted by Spain-Portugal-Morocco with 3 South American countries added
1 year, 2 months ago

2030 World Cup set to be hosted by Spain-Portugal-Morocco with 3 South American countries added

Associated Press  

GENEVA — The 2030 men’s soccer World Cup is set to feature games in six countries on three continents in a unique format that will allow the tournament to celebrate its 100th anniversary in Uruguay. “In 2030, we will have a unique global footprint, three continents — Africa, Europe and South America — six countries — Argentina, Morocco, Paraguay, Portugal, …

2030 World Cup set to be hosted by Spain-Portugal-Morocco with 3 South American countries added
1 year, 2 months ago

2030 World Cup set to be hosted by Spain-Portugal-Morocco with 3 South American countries added

The Independent  

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South America’s 2030 Football World Cup bid seeks to rise above political tensions in the region
1 year, 3 months ago

South America’s 2030 Football World Cup bid seeks to rise above political tensions in the region

The Hindu  

The bid by four South American countries to host football’s 2030 World Cup will stay intact until next year regardless of political tensions in the region, a top team bid official says. The South American proposal will be unveiled to FIFA in October in a process that was delayed so football’s governing body could better access data from its latest …

Kroenkes in dispute with FIFA over SoFi Stadium deal for 2026 World Cup
1 year, 3 months ago

Kroenkes in dispute with FIFA over SoFi Stadium deal for 2026 World Cup

New York Times  

FIFA is at the centre of escalating tensions with the Kroenke family, the owners of Los Angeles’ SoFi Stadium, over the terms of the agreement to be a host venue at the 2026 men’s World Cup. The importance of Los Angeles to the 2026 World Cup was underlined earlier this year when FIFA held its launch event for the branding …

Club World Cup 2025: United States picked to host 32-team event
1 year, 6 months ago

Club World Cup 2025: United States picked to host 32-team event

The Hindu  

The United States will host the Club World Cup in 2025, the first time the FIFA tournament will have 32 teams. Real Madrid, Manchester City and Chelsea already earned places as recent Champions League winners for the expanded tournament line-up that is set to test stadiums and operations one year before the 2026 World Cup. The United States will host …

FIFA tries to remind a sports-spoiled L.A. that World Cup is on the horizon
1 year, 7 months ago

FIFA tries to remind a sports-spoiled L.A. that World Cup is on the horizon

LA Times  

The proposed logo for the FIFA World Cup in 2026 to be held in Los Angeles. “We are a little bit — I don’t know if jaded is the right word — because of everything that goes on in this market,” said Larry Freedman, co-president of the Los Angeles World Cup host committee. Several iconic Southern California landmarks, including Dodger …

FIFA announces that 2026 World Cup will have 104 games with 48 teams taking part
1 year, 9 months ago

FIFA announces that 2026 World Cup will have 104 games with 48 teams taking part

India Today  

FIFA on Tuesday announced that the 2026 World Cup will have a total of 104 games instead of the traditional one of 64 due to the format being expanded to have 48 teams participating in the competition. FIFA announced the decision on Tuesday in a statement where they said based on a thorough review which considered many factors, the FIFA …

FIFA confirms expanded 2026 World Cup with record 104 matches
1 year, 9 months ago

FIFA confirms expanded 2026 World Cup with record 104 matches

Al Jazeera  

The format for the event co-hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico will stick to four teams in a group after plan for 16 groups of three shot down. The 2026 World Cup will have 104 matches instead of the typical 64 games due to its expanded format, football’s world governing body, FIFA, says ahead of its congress in …

FIFA confirms US, Mexico, Canada automatically in 2026 World Cup
1 year, 10 months ago

FIFA confirms US, Mexico, Canada automatically in 2026 World Cup

Live Mint  

The U.S. men's national team, along with Mexico and Canada, will automatically qualify for the 2026 World Cup. FIFA historically has given host nations the right to play in the World Cup without going through the usual qualification tournaments, though this is the first time FIFA had to set aside three host bids. FIFA released a statement Tuesday saying, "In …

FIFA targets 2030 World Cup host vote in September next year
1 year, 10 months ago

FIFA targets 2030 World Cup host vote in September next year

Associated Press  

GENEVA — The 2030 World Cup hosts are expected to be picked in September next year, FIFA said Tuesday. The three 2026 hosts of the men’s World Cup — the United States, Canada and Mexico — all had their expected automatic entries in the 48-team finals tournament confirmed Tuesday. FIFA also picked Saudi Arabia — a potential candidate in the …

Where Canada, the U.S. and Mexico stand four years out from hosting World Cup
2 years ago

Where Canada, the U.S. and Mexico stand four years out from hosting World Cup

New York Times  

With the USMNT’s 3-1 loss to the Netherlands in the round of 16, all three of the 2026 World Cup host nations have now been eliminated from the current tournament in Qatar. With the world’s best on display in Toronto and Vancouver, and with the possibility of the men’s team getting out of the group stage, co-hosting the World Cup …

Biggest FIFA World Cup crowd in 28 years sees Messi play
2 years ago

Biggest FIFA World Cup crowd in 28 years sees Messi play

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi played in front of 88,966 spectators on Sunday when Argentina beat Mexico 2-0, the largest attendance at a FIFA World Cup match in 28 years. The Lusail Stadium north of Doha, which will stage the final on December 18, hosted the most people at the World Cup since 1994 final in the United States, according to FIFA. Saturday's …

The US guide to World Cup 2022 in Qatar
2 years, 1 month ago

The US guide to World Cup 2022 in Qatar

Al Jazeera  

Al Jazeera answers some key questions as the US men’s team makes its first World Cup appearance since 2014. Washington, DC – The world’s top football event has officially kicked off and World Cup fever is spreading across the globe, including in the United States, whose men’s national team is participating in the tournament for the first time since 2014. …

Where is the 2026 World Cup? The 16 host cities for men’s tournament in North America
2 years, 1 month ago

Where is the 2026 World Cup? The 16 host cities for men’s tournament in North America

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A unique pan-North American World Cup will take …

All You Need to Know about FIFA World Cup 2022
2 years, 1 month ago

All You Need to Know about FIFA World Cup 2022

News 18  

The long wait is finally over. The November-December window is not ideally famous for hosting the FIFA World Cup but the organisers were forced to make the change, considering the extreme summer heat in Qatar. As football fans and followers eagerly wait for the world cup to start, it is time to explore all the key details of 2022 FIFA …

FIFA World Cup 2023: An insight into the venues for biggest celebration of soccer
2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup 2023: An insight into the venues for biggest celebration of soccer

India TV News  

Image Source : GETTY IMAGES 1/9 FIFA World Cup 2023: An insight into the venues for biggest celebration of soccer Image Source : GETTY IMAGES 2/9 Lusail Stadium: Established in 2022, the venue has a seating capacity of 80,000 seats. Image Source : GETTY IMAGES 2023 3/9 Al Janoub Stadium: Established in 2019, the venue has a seating capacity of …

Guides to FIFA World Cup 2022 Qatar stadiums in Doha
2 years, 1 month ago

Guides to FIFA World Cup 2022 Qatar stadiums in Doha

The Hindu  

Eight stadiums in Doha will host 64 matches at the World Cup and the unique nature of the tournament, which is being held in one location, allows fans to attend more than one game a day, with the venues a maximum of one hour's drive from each other. Matches: Nov. 22: Argentina vs Saudi Arabia Nov. 24: Brazil vs Serbia …

World Cup 2022: Fixtures, dates, venues and times
2 years, 2 months ago

World Cup 2022: Fixtures, dates, venues and times

Al Jazeera  

Here is a complete fixtures list for the tournament with the stadiums and kick-off times. The FIFA World Cup 2022 will kick off on November 20. Hosts Qatar will take on Ecuador in the opening game at Al Bayt Stadium in Al Khor. The 32 teams have been broken down into eight groups with the top two from each group …

Qatar World Cup 2022 explained in maps and charts
2 years, 6 months ago

Qatar World Cup 2022 explained in maps and charts

Al Jazeera  

Qualified teams, groups, schedule and snapshot of stadiums that will host World Cup matches. The World Cup 2022 will take place in Qatar from November 20 to December 18. A total of 32 teams, including hosts Qatar, have qualified for the tournament, which will be the first time football’s biggest event takes place in the Middle East. The opening match …

FIFA Vows 'Invasion' as 2026 World Cup Venues Revealed
2 years, 6 months ago

FIFA Vows 'Invasion' as 2026 World Cup Venues Revealed

News 18  

FIFA President Gianni Infantino warned Canada, Mexico and the United States to prepare for a football “invasion” on Thursday as the host cities for the 2026 World Cup were revealed. Mexico City’s iconic Azteca Stadium — host of the 1970 and 1986 World Cup finals — was included among three Mexican venues along with the cities of Monterrey and Guadalajara. …

2026 FIFA World Cup: The USA, Mexico and Canada to Co-host; Here's the List of 16 Venues
2 years, 6 months ago

2026 FIFA World Cup: The USA, Mexico and Canada to Co-host; Here's the List of 16 Venues

News 18  

FIFA on Thursday confirmed that the United States of America, Mexico and Canada will together host the 2026 World Cup. “We congratulate the 16 FIFA World Cup Host Cities on their outstanding commitment and passion,” FIFA President Gianni Infantino said in a news release. Let’s have a look at the list of venues for FIFA 2026 World Cup co-hosted by …

The U.S. cities hosting the 2026 World Cup are announced
2 years, 6 months ago

The U.S. cities hosting the 2026 World Cup are announced

NPR  

The U.S. cities hosting the 2026 World Cup are announced Enlarge this image toggle caption Simon Bruty/Sports Illustrated/Getty Images Simon Bruty/Sports Illustrated/Getty Images Four summers from now, 48 countries will vie for the 2026 World Cup as the tournament is staged in cities across the United States, Canada and Mexico. FIFA, soccer's international governing body, announced these will be the …

Miami, Toronto, Mexico City named among 2026 World Cup co-hosts
2 years, 6 months ago

Miami, Toronto, Mexico City named among 2026 World Cup co-hosts

Al Jazeera  

FIFA unveils list of 16 cities in United States, Canada, and Mexico that will host matches in 2026 World Cup. FIFA has unveiled the 16 cities across the United States, Canada, and Mexico that will host matches during the 2026 World Cup — the first time in history that three nations will co-host the international football championship. “And I know …

Legacy and pride on the line as FIFA prepares to name 2026 World Cup host cities
2 years, 6 months ago

Legacy and pride on the line as FIFA prepares to name 2026 World Cup host cities

The Hindu  

The countdown to World Cup 2026 kicks off in earnest on Thursday, as football fans across Canada, Mexico and the United States learn whether their cities made the coveted cut to host the 48-team tournament. Four years after FIFA selected the tri-country North American bid, world football’s governing body will announce the host cities after a lengthy process shrouded in …

Pictured: The amazing Qatar World Cup 2022 stadium built from hundreds of reused SHIPPING CONTAINERS
2 years, 11 months ago

Pictured: The amazing Qatar World Cup 2022 stadium built from hundreds of reused SHIPPING CONTAINERS

Daily Mail  

The Fifa World Cup takes place in Qatar later this year and one of the contest’s eight stadiums is unlike any venue that’s ever hosted a World Cup game before. It is another example of the powerful legacy our World Cup will leave.’ Conceived by Spanish architecture firm Fenwick Iribarren, Stadium 974's design was initially inspired by Lego bricks The …

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