Is this the most controversial World Cup yet?
After more than 100 matches across Canada, Mexico and the United States, the FIFA World Cup 2026 is about to come to an end, cementing its legacy with highs, lows — and seemingly endless controversies.
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Players from across Canada gather in Winnipeg for 'most prestigious event' in table tennis
Victoria Lee trounces a competitor with a lightning fast forehand kill shot to take the set and match.
Spain, Argentina prepare for World Cup final, Trump hails success
EAST RUTHERFORD, New Jersey: Spain and Argentina prepared to do battle in Sunday's (Jul 19) World Cup final in New Jersey, as organisers said they were keeping a close eye on smoke from wildfires in Canada.
Chicago signs star centre Connor Bedard to 5-year, $75M US contract
Chicago NHL star Connor Bedard has agreed to a $75 million US, five-year contract, completing a major off-season goal for the team.
Blackhawks star Connor Bedard agrees to 5-year, $75M deal - ESPN
CHICAGO — Blackhawks star Connor Bedard has agreed to a $75 million, five-year contract, completing a major offseason goal for the team.
Spain seek to win second title after their maiden victory in 2010
EAST RUTHERFORD: Spain and Argentina prepared to do battle in Sunday’s World Cup final in New Jersey as organizers said they were keeping a close eye on smoke from wildfires in Canada.
Canadian men relegated from Volleyball Nations League after loss to Cuba
Canada's men fell 3-0 (25-22, 25-21, 29-27) against Cuba on Saturday in Osaka, falling into position for relegation from competing in the Volleyball Nations League next season.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks at UN, proclaims the World Cup a success
NEW YORK: FIFA President Gianni Infantino deemed the World Cup a success on Friday, saying the tournament achieved its mission of uniting people from all corners of the globe. Infantino spoke at the United Nations as part of a daylong session there about how the game can be a catalyst for youth mental health. He brought one of the official game balls that are to be used in Sunday’s World Cup final between Argentina and Spain to the stage, calling it “a magic object which has the power to unite the world.” “We hear it many times, don’t we, that we live in a divided world, that we live in an aggressive world, that there are so many things that divide us, that create us problems,” Infantino said.