India, June 7 -- Things turned heated during the Portugal vs Chile international friendly on Saturday, with Rafael Leao receiving a straight red for allegedly punching opposition defender Ivan Roman.

Mere days away from the FIFA World Cup, soccer enthusiasts from around the globe will be tuning in to 48 teams compete in more than 100 matches across Canada, Mexico and the United States, including right here in Texas. The tournament kicks off on Thursday, June 11, and culminates on Saturday, July 19.

FIFA canceled free World Cup tickets, which were obtained by about 60 fans in a website error, the international soccer governing body announced.

With several open stadiums hosting matches this summer, strict lightning protocols could trigger lengthy delays and create logistical nightmares for traveling teams

Around 44,000 tickets disappeared from FIFA's official terminal in late May, which closely matched the new volume on resale sites.

FIFA has canceled World Cup tickets issued to about 60 fans who mistakenly got them for free because of a website error. The tickets were "allocated at no charge (0 USD) due to a prior payment issue during the checkout process,

FIFA released the official World Cup 2026 album featuring Lisa, Future, 21 Savage, Major Lazer, Rolling Stones, Jelly Roll, Shakira and other artists.

Iran defender Ehsan Hajsafi has criticised FIFA after the team arrived in Mexico on Sunday with some members of their entourage still lacking U.S. visas.

Hugo Broos expresses disappointment in Bafana Bafana's performance against Jamaica, urging his players to enhance their mentality and preparation ahead of the Fifa World Cup.