World Cup 2026: Tournament News & Betting Insights

President Trump is considering relocating some World Cup matches away from cities he has deemed “too dangerous,” despite not having the authority to do so. Now, fans will have to wait for FIFA to respond before booking their tickets.

UEFA’s executive committee is expected to approve a ban on Israel’s national soccer team over the country’s actions in Gaza. If approved, the ban would be voted on by FIFA, which has the power to remove the country from the World Cup field.

Mexican lawmakers are considering a significant tax hike on sportsbooks ahead of the 2026 World Cup. The goal is to generate more tax revenue from the tourism spike this summer, but there is a risk that the market will shrink before then.

The Azzurri is currently tied with Israel for second place in its World Cup qualifying group. While the door to qualification remains open, the team will need to deliver wins to avoid missing its third consecutive World Cup.

With the World Cup less than ten months away, we are sharing the three national teams we will be avoiding when betting on this year’s expanded tournament. We’ll share insights into each, giving you an edge before games kick off in June 2026.

With a record number of fans expected to attend the 2026 World Cup, we’ve created a guide to help visitors know local sports betting rules before they arrive. We also touch base on sports betting laws in Canada and Mexico.

Sports prediction markets have exploded in popularity in the US, but will they be able to survive mounting legal challenges ahead of the 2026 World Cup? We’ll provide the latest update on the legal battle, and share advice for visiting bettors.

FIFA has announced it will be looking for volunteers to help cover the recently expanded tournament taking place in North America next summer. All applicants must be at least 18, legally allowed in the host countries, and fluent in English.

President Trump is considering placing a ban on Brazilian visas amid escalating tensions between the two countries. The ban would prevent the country’s residents from attending World Cup games in the US, which kicks off next summer.

FIFA has announced that it will begin accepting 2026 World Cup ticket applications on September 10. Winners will be randomly drawn, with tickets being awarded in phases. The governing body has not confirmed if its new dynamic pricing model will be used.