My 1990 World Cup sticker collection — and a look at football’s simpler times
Memories of 1990: A Soccer Obsession Back in 1990, I was in my junior high school days, a time when The Ultimate Warrior had just claimed victory over Hulk Hogan at WrestleMania VI. Bon Jovi was everywhere on the radio, though thankfully, bubblegum still held its flavor. The competition to fit in was intense. The […]
World Cup excitement fades as hotel reservations fall short of expectations
As the world anticipates soccer’s grand event, hotel occupancy in North America isn’t quite matching the excitement. With just weeks to go until the 2026 FIFA World Cup, initial booking figures suggest that the hospitality sector may have misjudged fan enthusiasm for attending the matches in person. Even though this World Cup will feature an […]
FIFA president explains the high prices of World Cup tickets — they can charge that much.
Infantino Addresses Ticket Pricing Concerns for 2026 FIFA World Cup FIFA President Gianni Infantino has recently addressed worries regarding the high ticket prices for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup. He argues that ticket prices should be somewhat elevated, perhaps not overly so, but certainly above a bare minimum. During a talk at the Milken […]
World Cup final halftime performance causes anger: ‘We don’t want it’
It seems not everyone is thrilled about Shakira’s upcoming concerts. On Thursday, FIFA revealed plans for its first halftime show during the World Cup final, set for July 19 at MetLife Stadium, marking a significant shift from tradition. This Super Bowl-style performance will include Shakira, Madonna, and the K-pop group BTS, with Chris Martin from […]
Madonna, Shakira, and BTS will be the main performers for the inaugural halftime show at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
2026 FIFA World Cup Halftime Show Lineup Announced Madonna, Shakira, and BTS have been revealed as the headline performers for the inaugural halftime show of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The announcement came on Wednesday through FIFA’s official World Cup Instagram account, confirming that these three music icons will grace the stage during the final […]
Ex-FBI agent advises Trump to alert Iran about World Cup sleeper cells
Concerns Raised Over Iran Threat Ahead of World Cup A former FBI agent is urging President Trump to issue a firm warning to Iran before the upcoming World Cup, suggesting that the country’s sleeper cells could be a potential threat to international sporting events. With the FIFA World Cup set to kick off in June, […]
Shakira, Madonna, and BTS perform together in the inaugural halftime show of the World Cup Final.
2026 FIFA World Cup Countdown: New York and New Jersey Prepare As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches, excitement builds in New York and New Jersey. Alex Lasry, CEO of the NYNJ Host Committee, recently shared updates on the event. He outlined plans for a complimentary fan experience across the five boroughs and New Jersey, […]
Visa bonds for World Cup ticket holders are waived by the Trump administration.
2026 FIFA World Cup Countdown: New York and New Jersey Prepare Alex Lasry, the CEO of the NYNJ Host Committee, recently shared insights about the anticipation surrounding the 2026 FIFA World Cup in New York and New Jersey. He discussed plans for a free fan experience spanning the five boroughs and New Jersey, as well […]
Captain Jim Furyk shares a serious evaluation of the US Ryder Cup and his strategy for improvement.
Jim Furyk Discusses Ryder Cup Future NEWTOWN SQUARE, Pa. — On Wednesday, Jim Furyk shared his thoughts on the Ryder Cup while seated comfortably in the media interview tent at Aronimink. His excitement about the upcoming 2027 event was evident. At 56, Furyk has deep ties to the area, having been born at Chester County […]
Governor Mikie Sherrill reduces NJ Transit World Cup train ticket prices to $98
New Jersey Reduces Train Ticket Prices for World Cup Following some criticism, New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill recently announced additional price cuts for train tickets ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Just last week, NJ Transit had already lowered the price of a round-trip ticket from New York Penn Station to MetLife Stadium in […]