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World Cup 2026: FIFA chief Infantino defends pricing and tickets in US
FIFA President Gianni Infantino cites the 'very special' U.S. market as he defends high ticket pricing for the 2026 World Cup.
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FIFA President Gianni Infantino cites the 'very special' U.S. market as he defends high ticket pricing for the 2026 World Cup.
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A special train service for the 2026 World Cup will cost fans over 11 times the normal fare for the 58-km roundtrip to the Meadowlands.
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Saudi Arabia sacks French manager Hervé Renard just two months before the World Cup, plunging its national team into crisis.
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Indian-flagged oil tankers resume transit through the Strait of Hormuz, a vital artery for the nation's energy security.
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FIFA and local officials trade blame as fans face train fares exceeding $150 for World Cup stadium access, a tenfold increase on regular prices.
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Tokyo IT executive denies charges after arrest in connection with a body found abandoned in the city.
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New Jersey transit authority sets a $150 flat fare for World Cup match-day travel from New York, sparking debate over accessibility and event pricing.
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