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The Federation Internationale de Football Association (Fifa) is the governing body of association football. Fifa is responsible for the organisation of football's major international tournaments, notably the World Cup which commenced in 1930 and the Women's World Cup which commenced in 1991. Fifa was founded in 1904. Headquartered in Zurich, its membership now comprises 209 national associations. Member countries must each also be members of one of the six regional confederations into which the world is divided: Africa, Asia, Europe, North & Central America and the Caribbean, Oceania and South America.
Brazil’s Vinicius Junior (right) celebrates with teammate Bruno Guimaraes after scoring their equaliser against Morocco on Sunday. Photo: AP
Fifa World Cup 2026

Chinese fans in heated debate over Brazil’s World Cup showing against Morocco

A Weibo thread that went viral on Sunday morning seems to split fans into two camps: those who know their football, and those who do not.

Fifa World Cup 2026

World Cup while you were sleeping: VAR mess, Qatar joy, Vinicius Jnr to rescue

Fifa World Cup

My Take | The World Cup will not solve the globe’s problems, but it can bring us together

Music

How to make a great World Cup song? Shakira, J Balvin and more reveal

Performers behind World Cup songs for 2026 and earlier events reveal the secrets behind making a memorable football tune.

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Colombian superstar Shakira performs during the Global Citizen Festival in New York in 2025. Shakira co-wrote and performed “Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)“, the official song of the 2010 Fifa World Cup, and “Dai Dai”, the official song of the 2026 Fifa World Cup. Photo: AP
Fifa World Cup 2026

Chinese fans mock Canada’s World Cup opening ceremony after trophy malfunctions

Social media users also pointed out the large number of empty seats at the stadium and suggested that China should host all future tournaments.

Fifa World Cup 2026

While you were sleeping, World Cup edition: Canada make history, but ban Partey

Cyle Larin becomes just second Canadian to ever score at a World Cup. Fifa say fans on concourse reason for empty seats in Guadalajara.

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US-China relations

China missed the World Cup. Its brands didn’t

From broadcast operations to sponsorships, Chinese companies hold key roles at football’s biggest event despite geopolitical friction.

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Lenovo says its technology will support Fifa tournament operations, team analytics and offside decisions during the 2026 World Cup. Photo: Handout
Fifa World Cup 2026

Fifa World Cup: Korean coach hails team unity, Czech boss says better side won

Hong ⁠Myung-bo says his team followed his instructions to the letter while Miroslav Koubek praises his players ⁠for their effort.

Hong Kong celebrities and icons

7 Hong Kong women’s footballers on playing the sport and fashion game

With the Fifa World Cup 2026 under way, we asked players from a prominent Hong Kong women’s team about fashion, and the professionals that inspire them – from Lionel Messi to Mia Hamm.

Fifa World Cup 2026

Fifa World Cup: Hwang’s sublime goal sparks South Korean comeback against Czechs

Koreans control possession in their tournament opener but waste numerous chances and fall behind before Hwang scores and then turns provider.

Hwang In-beom (right) dinks in a clever equaliser for South Korea in the 67th minute against the Czech Republic. Photo: EPA
Fifa World Cup 2026

Excitement, chaos: Mexico set, but not so ready, for first World Cup in 40 years

Organisational issues abound and ‘nowhere looks special’ but the capital is in carnival mode and the football, as usual, will make it all OK.

Ciudad de Mexico Stadium, formerly known as Azteca Stadium, ahead of the opening match of the Fifa World Cup in Mexico City. Photo: Reuters
Fifa World Cup 2026

Fifa boss Infantino defends World Cup ticket prices, visa issues

The leader of the global governing body also played down the controversy around the Somali referee, saying ‘it’s good to chill, relax’.

Fifa World Cup

Editorial | As the World Cup kicks off, politics should be left behind

It is regrettable that politics has tarnished the build-up to the largest World Cup the planet has ever seen.

Fifa World Cup

Photo book This is Football celebrates the game as the Fifa World Cup kicks off

As the biggest tournament in world football kicks off, this lavish book looks back at seminal moments involving Lionel Messi, David Beckham, Cristiano Ronaldo, Pelé and more.

Pelé in action for Brazil against Bulgaria during a Fifa World Cup 1966 match in Liverpool, England. Photo: Rolls Press/Popperfoto via Getty Images
Fifa World Cup 2026

US says World Cup referee was banned over links to ‘terror organisations’

Trump official says questioning of Omar Artan uncovered ‘derogatory information’ regarding the Somalian, who vows to be at next World Cup.

Somali referee Omar Artan (middle), who was denied entry to the US, arrives at the Aden Abdulle Osman International Airport in Mogadishu, Somalia on Tuesday. Photo: Reuters
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Video | Why are World Cup tickets so expensive?

Fifa has come under fire from across the football world over its use of ‘dynamic pricing’ to determine ticket costs, which have soared to unprecedented highs.

Fifa World Cup 2026

Iran says US has revoked Fifa World Cup ticket allocation for supporters

Move comes after Iran officials were banned from entering the US. The two countries remain at war after US and Israel bombed Tehran in February.

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Fashion

9 fashion-forward collabs for the 2026 Fifa World Cup, from Nike to Loewe

From Jacquemus working with Nike and the France national team to Drake’s Nocta tracksuit for Canada, these are the hottest football fashion collabs this season.

Loewe, Palace Skateboards and Corteiz are some brands that are presenting national team kits this World Cup season. Photos: Loewe, @palaceskateboards, @corteiz/Insgram
Fifa World Cup 2026

US rolls up welcome mat, referee banned from World Cup despite Fifa promises

Omar Abdulkadir Artan turned away by immigration officials. Fifa president Gianni Infantino previously said ‘everyone will be welcome’.

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Hong Kong police warn World Cup fans against using overseas betting sites

Warning comes after Fifa names its first prediction market partner for tournament, which begins on June 11.

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Fifa World Cup 2026

Iran head to Mexico under shadow of new World Cup visa row with United States

Squad must enter and leave US soil on the same day as their matches, while member of Iraqi team denied entry in Chicago after screening.

Members of Iran’s football team before departing from Antalya Airport in Turkey for Tijuana, Mexico, to compete in the Fifa World Cup. Photo: EPA
The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

‘Proud’ Losada off to winning start as Hong Kong stick rather than twist

Former Eastern boss Roberto Losada starts his full-time role as Hong Kong coach with 2-0 win over Mongolia.

Roberto Losada, here before taking charge against Guangdong last December, is the city team’s new permanent head coach. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Fifa World Cup 2026

Fifa hits fans in pocket again, bans reusable water bottles at World Cup

Football bosses claim safety concerns behind last-minute move despite warnings over searing temperatures in Canada, Mexico and the US.

Fifa World Cup 2026

Scotland’s Tartan Army to bring ‘the party’ on return to World Cup after 28 years

Thousands of fans will defy exorbitant prices to visit Boston and Miami, hoping to see their team get past group stage for first time.

Fifa World Cup 2026

My Take | World Cup ticket prices are showing the ugly side of the beautiful game

State attorneys general in the US have launched probes into Fifa’s ticketing strategy. The governing body must never forget the sport is nothing without its fans.

The dome of Science World is being transformed into a giant official match ball of the FIFA World Cup 2026 ahead of the tournament in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Photo: Xinhua
Fifa World Cup 2026

New Zealand World Cup player finds social media stardom, another cancels wedding

Tim Payne becomes superstar after being identified as ‘least known’ World Cup-bound player, while Michael Woud will now play ‘bridesmaid’.

New Zealand defender Tim Payne (left), seen here after a match against New Caledonia last year, has become the country’s most followed footballer with the help of an influencer. Photo: AFP
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Hong Kong picked for Fifa Museum as it is ‘amazing starting point’ to Asia

Fifa Museum boss Marco Fazzone, who is here for the site’s grand opening, says the city is ‘full of energy’ and ‘you have everything here’.

Fifa World Cup 2026

Notorious Chinese ref shows ‘playful’ side as RedNote signs World Cup TV deal

Best known for his strict handling of unruly players, Ma Ning’s new social media account has drawn plenty of attention from football fans.

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