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This is Giovanni De Anda, one of many fans who desperately wanted to come to this U.S. World Cup opener, but balked at FIFA’s initial ticket prices. So he waited, and waited. And the prices fell, and fell. Finally, last Saturday, he found a Category 1 ticket for $1,026 on StubHub, and went for it. "I would do it again in a heartbeat." 📼 Henry Bushnell United States vs Paraguay — World Cup live blog ⬇️
The Athletic | Football425,699 views • 13 days ago
Chicago appeared to be a perfect host city for the 2026 World Cup. But when Rahm Emanuel, the city’s 55th mayor, scrutinized FIFA’s hosting agreement, he turned away. Emanuel believed the proposal left 'Chicago taxpayers as the dumb money at the table'. It also included the right to request a dome being built over Soldier Field, which proved the final straw. Eight years on, he hasn't changed his mind. 📝 Adam Crafton 🔗
The Athletic | Football503,830 views • 17 days ago
Brian Cox has moved his 80th birthday party to accommodate Arsenal's #UCL final against PSG. The Succession star sat down with Adam Crafton to discuss his admiration for Mikel Arteta, Arsenal & his love of the beautiful game. Watch the full interview next week on The Athletic.
The Athletic | Football568,852 views • 27 days ago
⚽️ Fewest panels ever on a World Cup ball ⚽️ Three hundred lab tests, over three years to develop ⚽️ Why smoothness = wobbliness (and should be avoided) ⚽️ 'Intentional deep seams' to ensure drag is evenly distributed ⚽️ Tested at sea level and at altitude One of the stars of the 2026 World Cup has been the Adidas Trionda. Liam Tharme spoke to a Professor of Sports Technology to learn more ⬇️
The Athletic | Football99,322 views • 5 days ago
Iran’s World Cup squad touched down at Tijuana International Airport, Mexico, shortly after 5am PST on Sunday to finally begin preparations for this summer’s finals. Amir Ghalenoei’s side, who start their tournament against New Zealand on June 15, arrived almost four hours late due to a flight delay — a minor inconvenience compared to the uncertainty that has followed them in the build-up to this tournament. 🎥 Dean Jones 🔗
The Athletic | Football282,093 views • 18 days ago
𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗰𝗲𝗿 🇸🇦 Ya akhder, Allah ma’ek — Oh Green, Allah is with you “Our passion, organisation and football culture surprised many people," says fan Yasser Halawani of Saudi Arabia's impact on the 2022 World Cup, when the Green Falcons stunned eventual champions Argentina. “In the Gulf region, Saudi Arabia is No 1 for fan culture and football passion." Club loyalty and tribalism in the country can often be stronger than support for the national team, but that iconic moment provided emotional fuel for supporters of a nation that will host the 2034 World Cup. Free to read | #Sponsored 🔗
The Athletic | Football76,014 views • 10 days ago
Iran have departed from their training camp in Turkey and are heading to Mexico for the World Cup. For months, it was unclear whether they would get to this point. Thirteen members of their delegation still do not have visas. Adam Leventhal spent four days in Antalya following them, speaking to players and officials as they prepared to leave for North America. 🔗
The Athletic | Football131,723 views • 19 days ago
If you’ve been watching the World Cup closely — really closely — you’ll have spotted the cow’s tail. Ismael Saibari’s 180-degree sweep turn, performed against Brazil on Saturday, is called ‘la cola de vaca’ in Spanish, which translates as ‘the cow’s tail’, and is a move that was popularised by the Brazil and Barcelona legend Romario in the 1990s. It also happens to be one of the 10 skills that features in the first part of our How To Series. Today we break down some of the best dribbling moves and turns used by the world’s greatest players with the help of video tutorials. Watch and learn, and you could be sprinkling magic at your local five-a-side pitch next week with Ronaldinho’s ‘hocus pocus’ move. Our crew of tricksters: ▪️ Former Tottenham midfielder Tom Huddlestone ▪️ Former Everton midfielder Tom Davies ▪️ Former Swansea City forward Lee Trundle ▪️ Chile international Lawrence Vigouroux ▪️ Football YouTuber Eman SV2 ▪️ Liverpool Under-14 midfielder Rafferty Bolshaw Let’s start with the Elastico…
The Athletic | Football66,795 views • 9 days ago
![Portugal head coach Roberto Martinez speaks exclusively to James Horncastle OSI: “Cristiano Ronaldo is a unique footballer that has changed the game. His commitment to the game is still now an example for many young players. “His attitude is as fresh as an 18-year-old that’s playing for the national team for the first time.” ---------- “Diogo [Jota] is our light. "He wanted to win the World Cup so it becomes a bit of a responsibility, an example because Diogo was the pure example of believing in whatever could be possible, always with that tenacity, always finding the answer in the right moment in the difficult moment in the game.” ---------- “In the three years that I’ve been here in the national team, his [Bruno Fernandes] consistency levels have been incredible. “Obviously breaking that record over one season to get 21 assists, knocking (off) names like Kevin De Bruyne and Thierry Henry, that’s something that’s creating a historic memory.” Free to read:](https://image.24vids.com/tw-2064603847419457880/amplify_video_thumb/2064594694584111104/img/PHn7V2LRYI7vfOH7.jpg)
Portugal head coach Roberto Martinez speaks exclusively to James Horncastle OSI: “Cristiano Ronaldo is a unique footballer that has changed the game. His commitment to the game is still now an example for many young players. “His attitude is as fresh as an 18-year-old that’s playing for the national team for the first time.” ---------- “Diogo [Jota] is our light. "He wanted to win the World Cup so it becomes a bit of a responsibility, an example because Diogo was the pure example of believing in whatever could be possible, always with that tenacity, always finding the answer in the right moment in the difficult moment in the game.” ---------- “In the three years that I’ve been here in the national team, his [Bruno Fernandes] consistency levels have been incredible. “Obviously breaking that record over one season to get 21 assists, knocking (off) names like Kevin De Bruyne and Thierry Henry, that’s something that’s creating a historic memory.” Free to read:
The Athletic | Football100,399 views • 16 days ago
Is Pep Guardiola about to set a new tactical trend... again?! JJ Bull takes a look 🧠
The Athletic | Football2,306,916 views • 1 year ago
𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗰𝗲𝗿 🏴 No Scotland, No Party The phrase serves as a cultural rallying cry, uniting Scottish fans to celebrate together. It is rooted in the Tartan Army's long-standing reputation across Europe for travelling in large numbers, occupying city squares and endearing themselves to locals through their humour, singing and appreciation for local beverages. Being on the road with the Scotland national team goes beyond football. 📝 Jordan Campbell Free to read | #Sponsored 🔗
The Athletic | Football70,607 views • 12 days ago
