New York and New Jersey subpoena FIFA over World Cup ticketing

US regulators have launched a formal investigation into FIFA’s World Cup ticketing practices amid mounting criticism over soaring prices, dynamic pricing models and concerns...

Iran to base World Cup camp in Mexico as US refuses...

Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum said her government had no objection after FIFA asked whether Iran's squad could be based in Mexico and cross the...

Donald Trump bill could ‘hurt’ UFC, says Dana White

White warned the proposed tax change could push bettors towards unregulated markets and damage the UFC’s growing ties to legal sportsbooks.UFC President and CEO...

Kansas City bets on affordability to make its World Cup mark

As FIFA World Cup 2026 approaches, Kansas City's organising committee is positioning transit access and civic identity as central pillars of its tournament strategyWith...

US hotels sound alarm over World Cup 2026 demand gap

A new report from America's largest hotel association, AHLA, finds international travel barriers and FIFA room block cancellations are undermining World Cup economicsClose to...

FIFA proposes overseas match rules impacting MLS and USL

FIFA’s overseas match rules draft could test the balance of power in US football, with MLS and USL caught in the middle.FIFA has circulated...

World Cup transport row deepens as Philadelphia breaks ranks

A free post-match travel deal in Philadelphia contrasts sharply with rising fan transport costs in New Jersey, adding to scrutiny over how World Cup...

Who pays for World Cup transport? FIFA rejects New Jersey claims

Mikie Sherrill says NJ Transit should not shoulder World Cup fan transport costs while FIFA is projected to generate $11bn from the 2026 tournament.New...

Paying to watch the NFL? DOJ takes notice

The NFL is the US’ most valuable and watched sports leagues, but a Department of Justice investigation and government criticism has questioned whether its...

Formula 2 heads to North America after early-season reshuffle

Championship replaces Bahrain and Saudi Arabia rounds with debut races in the US and Canada as organisers move to maintain momentum early in the...