2026 World Cup: Ticket Prices, Travel & Trump's Impact
With six months until the 2026 World Cup final in New Jersey, we examine the major issues: soaring ticket costs, complex travel logistics, and the political shadow over the tournament.
With six months until the 2026 World Cup final in New Jersey, we examine the major issues: soaring ticket costs, complex travel logistics, and the political shadow over the tournament.
Senior Fifa figures express deep unease over awarding its peace prize to Donald Trump, as geopolitical tensions rise. The controversy casts a shadow over the 2026 World Cup preparations.
As the 2026 World Cup approaches, the tournament is overshadowed by geopolitical tensions, human rights concerns, and ethical debates. Explore how football's governing bodies navigate a polarised global landscape.
Qatar is in discussions with FIFA to stage the inaugural Women's Club World Cup in January 2028, a move that would disrupt domestic seasons globally. Read the full story.
Analysis: The 2026 FIFA World Cup, hosted by the US, Canada, and Mexico, is set to join 1934 and 1978 editions as a tool for authoritarian aims following recent US actions in Venezuela. Read the full story.
From 'Wuthering Heights' to 'Dune: Part Three', discover the gripping books you need to read in 2026 before they become major movie blockbusters. Start your reading list now!
FIFA announces lifelike AI avatars for every player to enhance VAR offside decisions at the 2026 World Cup. Discover how this tech will change the game.
Experts warn the 2026 FIFA World Cup is a prime target for anti-Western hacktivists, with DDoS attacks threatening broadcasts and fan services. Learn about the cybersecurity risks.
Get ready for a massive year in entertainment. Our definitive guide covers everything from Oasis reunion rumours and Madonna's comeback to AI cinema, K-pop returns, and Zendaya's box office dominance.
Joseph Tirrell, the DoJ's senior ethics official, was abruptly dismissed after challenging Attorney General Pam Bondi over gifts and FIFA World Cup tickets. His firing raises concerns over political interference in the civil service.
From the politicised 2026 World Cup to the Premier League's financial revolution and the controversial Enhanced Games, we examine the top three legal battles set to define sport next year. Discover the key disputes.
Your complete guide to 2026's biggest television, from the return of 'Rivals' and 'Baby Reindeer' follow-up to a new 'Buffy' and major drama series. Dates and details inside.
Your complete guide to 2026's packed sporting calendar, from the Australian Open and a historic Women's Test at Lord's to the FIFA World Cup and Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
Discover the tarot card that will define 2026 for your zodiac sign. Get a sneak peek into career, love, and purpose themes for the coming year. Read your 2026 horoscope now.
Discover the must-see London theatre opening in January 2026, from star-led West End premieres to avant-garde Shakespeare and hit Edinburgh transfers. Book your tickets now.
Your essential guide to London's 2026 theatre scene. Discover the hottest musicals, major West End transfers, and groundbreaking plays to book now.
Sky News's Trump 100 team previews a potentially defining 2026 in US politics. Martha Kelner, James Matthews & Mark Stone analyse the year ahead. Listen to the New Year's special now.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino cites 'crazy' demand to justify soaring 2026 World Cup ticket costs, with the cheapest final seat over £3,000. Read the full story.
Discover the biggest blockbusters of 2026, from Christopher Nolan's $250m 'The Odyssey' to long-awaited sequels like 'The Devil Wears Prada 2'. Plan your cinema year now.
Discover the 29 most hotly awaited TV shows coming to UK screens in 2026, including The Night Manager's return, new Game of Thrones tales, and binge-worthy thrillers. Plan your watchlist now.
A look ahead at the biggest fiction releases for 2026, featuring major new works from Maggie O'Farrell, Julian Barnes, George Saunders, and many more. Discover the essential books to pre-order now.
Discover the most anticipated books of 2026. Get ready for new novels from George Saunders, Ali Smith, and Douglas Stuart, plus major memoirs and stunning debuts.
Psychic musician Sabrina Kennedy reveals her explosive 2026 predictions for celebrities, from major exposés and Katie Price's transformation to Timothée Chalamet's split. Get the full forecast.
As 2025, a '9' year of enlightenment, ends, tarot reveals what each star sign should release and what energy to carry into 2026, a '1' year of magic and new beginnings. Discover your sign's guidance.
Discover the most anticipated debut novels of 2026, featuring a Pulitzer finalist's first novel, a surreal prison tale, and a tradwife influencer sent to 1805. Pre-order these exciting new voices now.
A look ahead at the biggest nonfiction books of 2026, featuring memoirs from Liza Minnelli, Sylvester Stallone, and survivors' stories, plus diaries from Alan Bennett. Pre-order now.
Chelsea cannot accept Roma's loan offer for exiled defender Axel Disasi due to FIFA's foreign loan quota. The £38m signing must now seek a permanent exit in January. Read the full story.
US private equity, including backers of the New England Patriots, invests $500m in Mexico's Club América and the iconic Azteca Stadium ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Discover the details of this major football deal.
The Africa Cup of Nations will shift to a four-year cycle from 2028, a move backed by FIFA but feared by African federations reliant on its revenue. Explore the politics and financial implications.
Excitement for the 2026 World Cup in Mexico is fading as fans face exorbitant ticket prices and a confusing ballot system, reviving memories of the affordable 1986 tournament. Discover the growing sense of exclusion.