http://www.euronews.com en Latest news from Euronews Euronews 2026 Sun, 14 Jun 2026 22:00:30 +0200 Sun, 14 Jun 2026 22:00:30 +0200 30 https://static.euronews.com/website/images/euronews_flatblue.png http://www.euronews.com http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/14/football-curacao-scores-its-first-ever-fifa-world-cup-goal-equalising-against-germany http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/14/football-curacao-scores-its-first-ever-fifa-world-cup-goal-equalising-against-germany Sun, 14 Jun 2026 19:41:35 +0200 Football: Germany won 7-1 against Curaçao in the Group E opener in Houston. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/14/after-refused-entry-into-us-somali-referee-omar-artan-will-be-paid-full-world-cup-fee-by-f http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/14/after-refused-entry-into-us-somali-referee-omar-artan-will-be-paid-full-world-cup-fee-by-f Sun, 14 Jun 2026 16:01:04 +0200 Full tournament salary will be paid to Somali referee Omar Artan by FIFA after his entry into the US was refused by border officials over "association with suspected membres of terror organisations". http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/14/anteater-prediction-how-world-cup-oracle-taio-tips-germanys-opening-match http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/14/anteater-prediction-how-world-cup-oracle-taio-tips-germanys-opening-match Sun, 14 Jun 2026 14:40:00 +0200 Germany’s first World Cup game is still to come, yet the new tournament oracle has already spoken – and anteater Taio’s prediction won’t please every DFB fan. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/14/australia-start-world-cup-with-a-bang-after-brazil-earn-draw-against-morocco http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/14/australia-start-world-cup-with-a-bang-after-brazil-earn-draw-against-morocco Sun, 14 Jun 2026 10:20:19 +0200 Brazil star Vinicius Jr. stepped up to spare his nation's blushes with a superb solo effort against 2022 semifinalists Morocco. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/14/new-york-knicks-win-nba-championship-for-first-time-in-more-than-50-years http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/14/new-york-knicks-win-nba-championship-for-first-time-in-more-than-50-years Sun, 14 Jun 2026 07:55:46 +0200 US President Donald Trump congratulated the team in a post on his Truth Social account. The Knicks beat the Spurs 94-90 to seal the series victory. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/14/qatar-claims-first-ever-world-cup-point-with-dramatic-stoppage-time-equaliser http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/14/qatar-claims-first-ever-world-cup-point-with-dramatic-stoppage-time-equaliser Sun, 14 Jun 2026 07:12:14 +0200 Qatar secured its first ever World Cup point with a draw against Switzerland, sparking celebrations at home and across the Arab world. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/13/take-me-to-america-bosnia-unites-behind-viral-anthem-in-its-world-cup-return http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/13/take-me-to-america-bosnia-unites-behind-viral-anthem-in-its-world-cup-return Sat, 13 Jun 2026 17:18:17 +0200 As the Western Balkan country celebrates its second-ever appearance at the tournament despite its underdog status, a 15-year-old song about life abroad by a much-beloved band has become an unofficial anthem for Bosnian fans. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/13/world-cup-2026-where-in-france-is-the-curfew-for-under-16s-enforced http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/13/world-cup-2026-where-in-france-is-the-curfew-for-under-16s-enforced Sat, 13 Jun 2026 16:16:48 +0200 In some municipalities, unprecedented measures now target unaccompanied teenagers, after repeated disturbances at festive gatherings. http://www.euronews.com/health/2026/06/13/too-much-football-fever-why-some-world-cup-fans-should-limit-their-excitement http://www.euronews.com/health/2026/06/13/too-much-football-fever-why-some-world-cup-fans-should-limit-their-excitement Sat, 13 Jun 2026 12:05:36 +0200 Watching your team play can send your heart racing as fast as if you were sprinting, and for some fans that carries genuine medical risks. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/13/usa-make-impressive-start-to-world-cup-campaign-in-front-of-hollywood-stars http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/13/usa-make-impressive-start-to-world-cup-campaign-in-front-of-hollywood-stars Sat, 13 Jun 2026 09:33:14 +0200 Some of Hollywood's biggest names were in attendance for the match at LA's SoFi stadium, including Tom Cruise and Leonardo DiCaprio. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/13/she-shoots-she-scores-spains-pioneering-womens-footballers-get-big-screen-treatment http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/13/she-shoots-she-scores-spains-pioneering-womens-footballers-get-big-screen-treatment Sat, 13 Jun 2026 07:18:43 +0200 Decades before Spain won the World Cup, a group of women toured the country promoting women's football and even played Italy and Portugal with an unofficial national side. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/12/nobody-knew-what-the-ref-was-saying-and-the-internet-loved-it-world-cups-first-meme-is-alr http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/12/nobody-knew-what-the-ref-was-saying-and-the-internet-loved-it-world-cups-first-meme-is-alr Fri, 12 Jun 2026 12:07:04 +0200 'Wait, what?': Players were left speechless as the referee explained the VAR decision in an apparent shaky English after a controversial red card. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/12/2-0-victory-for-mexico-in-dramatic-world-cup-opening-match-against-south-africa http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/12/2-0-victory-for-mexico-in-dramatic-world-cup-opening-match-against-south-africa Fri, 12 Jun 2026 05:25:01 +0200 Julián Quiñones scored the opening goal of the tournament after nine minutes and 35-year-old striker Raúl Jiménez headed in Mexico's second goal in a 2-0 opening game against South Africa that produced three red cards. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/11/mexicos-president-sheinbaum-joins-fans-as-world-cup-gets-underway http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/11/mexicos-president-sheinbaum-joins-fans-as-world-cup-gets-underway Thu, 11 Jun 2026 22:12:11 +0200 Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum joined thousands of supporters at a fan zone in Mexico City's Zocalo Square as Mexico took on South Africa in the opening match of the 2026 World Cup. Fans packed the square to cheer on the host nation. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/11/2026-fifa-world-cup-begins-with-mexico-hosting-south-africa-in-opening-match http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/11/2026-fifa-world-cup-begins-with-mexico-hosting-south-africa-in-opening-match Thu, 11 Jun 2026 21:10:54 +0200 The extravaganza hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada is the biggest World Cup in history, stretching until the final in New Jersey on 19 July. http://www.euronews.com/health/2026/06/11/who-europe-chief-urges-fans-to-enjoy-world-cup-as-us-pushes-for-travel-restrictions http://www.euronews.com/health/2026/06/11/who-europe-chief-urges-fans-to-enjoy-world-cup-as-us-pushes-for-travel-restrictions Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:15:33 +0200 As Washington pushes other countries to impose travel restrictions on visitors from affected areas, WHO's European chief says the risk of Ebola spreading at the tournament remains minimal. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/11/world-cup-2026-supercomputer-backs-spain-former-stars-favour-argentina http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/11/world-cup-2026-supercomputer-backs-spain-former-stars-favour-argentina Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:25:57 +0200 A member of France’s 1998 World Cup-winning team and the Italian defender who scored in the 2006 final shared their expectations with Euronews http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/11/world-cup-has-trump-already-ruined-the-vibes-meps-debate-in-the-ring http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/11/world-cup-has-trump-already-ruined-the-vibes-meps-debate-in-the-ring Thu, 11 Jun 2026 00:43:10 +0200 The World Cup is on, the single biggest sport event of the year, followed by millions of people around the world. So far, the vibes are strangely subdued. Ticket sales and hotel bookings are below expectations and immigration issues are making headlines - especially in the US. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/10/why-are-world-cup-tickets-so-expensive http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/10/why-are-world-cup-tickets-so-expensive Wed, 10 Jun 2026 23:59:33 +0200 An expert says strong demand, dynamic pricing and a booming resale market are pushing World Cup ticket prices higher. As teams advance and knockout matchups become clearer, prices could continue to fluctuate based on fan interest and demand. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/10/somalias-world-cup-referee-returns-home-to-heros-welcome-after-us-entry-denial http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/10/somalias-world-cup-referee-returns-home-to-heros-welcome-after-us-entry-denial Wed, 10 Jun 2026 22:00:41 +0200 Somali referee Omar Artan was welcomed by hundreds of supporters in Mogadishu after being denied entry to the United States and removed from the 2026 World Cup officials list. Artan vowed to return for the next tournament. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/10/infantino-defends-world-cup-ticket-prices-says-fans-should-chill-about-ref-denied-us-entry http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/10/infantino-defends-world-cup-ticket-prices-says-fans-should-chill-about-ref-denied-us-entry Wed, 10 Jun 2026 21:51:58 +0200 The 2026 men's World Cup has been expanded to 48 teams and is the biggest and most ambitious in the event's history, with matches taking place in Mexico, Canada and the United States. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/10/subway-station-in-mexico-city-goes-viral-over-chandeliers http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/10/subway-station-in-mexico-city-goes-viral-over-chandeliers Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:45:13 +0200 Decorative chandeliers installed at a busy Mexico City subway station ahead of the 2026 World Cup have sparked a wave of memes and mixed reactions from commuters. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/10/mexico-city-counts-down-to-2026-world-cup-opener-at-historic-azteca-stadium http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/10/mexico-city-counts-down-to-2026-world-cup-opener-at-historic-azteca-stadium Wed, 10 Jun 2026 07:00:46 +0200 Mexico City is preparing to host the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Thursday when the hosts take on South Africa at the iconic Estadio Azteca. The venue will become the first stadium in history to host three World Cup opening matches. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/06/10/world-cup-2026-market-analysts-who-called-it-twice-have-picked-a-new-winner http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/06/10/world-cup-2026-market-analysts-who-called-it-twice-have-picked-a-new-winner Wed, 10 Jun 2026 07:00:12 +0200 Canadian investment research firm BCA Research has applied the same statistical rigour it uses to analyse global markets to predict the outcome of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which kicks off on Thursday in Mexico City. http://www.euronews.com/health/2026/06/09/how-the-icd-protecting-christian-eriksens-heart-on-the-football-pitch-actually-works http://www.euronews.com/health/2026/06/09/how-the-icd-protecting-christian-eriksens-heart-on-the-football-pitch-actually-works Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:53:18 +0200 For the second time in his career, Danish footballer Christian Eriksen collapsed on the pitch. Here is how his implantable cardioverter defibrillator works. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/09/iran-trains-in-mexico-as-us-world-cup-border-troubles-mount http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/09/iran-trains-in-mexico-as-us-world-cup-border-troubles-mount Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:47:39 +0200 Iran's World Cup ticket allocation has been cancelled, and 13 delegation members remain without visas, forcing the team to base itself in Mexico. Meanwhile, a Somali referee was turned away, an Iraqi striker was held for seven hours in Chicago, and Senegalese players were body-searched on arrival. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/09/host-cities-ready-for-kickoff-in-biggest-world-cup-ever-as-fans-lament-visa-bans-and-ticke http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/09/host-cities-ready-for-kickoff-in-biggest-world-cup-ever-as-fans-lament-visa-bans-and-ticke Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:02:45 +0200 The United States will host roughly 75% of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with 78 of the 104 matches in the entire tournament taking place in 11 host cities. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/07/danish-footballer-christian-eriksen-conscious-after-collapsing-on-field http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/07/danish-footballer-christian-eriksen-conscious-after-collapsing-on-field Sun, 07 Jun 2026 20:50:17 +0200 The former Tottenham and Manchester United midfielder went down on the pitch in Odense, Denmark’s third-largest city. According to reports, he remains conscious, and the match has been abandoned http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/07/alexander-zverev-wins-the-french-open-for-his-1st-grand-slam-tennis-title http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/07/alexander-zverev-wins-the-french-open-for-his-1st-grand-slam-tennis-title Sun, 07 Jun 2026 19:53:28 +0200 Zverev’s serve remained on point at crucial moments, and he broke Cobolli at 4–5 in the fourth set to force the tiebreak. He then dominated the fifth set with two breaks and consolidated both. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/07/2026-world-cup-five-key-facts-about-fifas-biggest-ever-tournament http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/07/2026-world-cup-five-key-facts-about-fifas-biggest-ever-tournament Sun, 07 Jun 2026 17:51:01 +0200 The 2026 World Cup will be the first with 48 teams, 104 matches and three host nations. With record figures, extreme heat risks and Super Bowl-style spectacle, the North American tournament promises to break the mould. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/06/tennis-mirra-andreeva-wins-womens-roland-garros-final http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/06/tennis-mirra-andreeva-wins-womens-roland-garros-final Sat, 06 Jun 2026 16:53:23 +0200 The world No. 8 duly brushed aside Polish qualifier Maja Chwalinska, winning in straight sets, 6-3 6-2. Mirra Andreeva - nineteen years old - is the youngest winner since Monica Seles http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/05/qatari-artist-designs-pierre-gaslys-helmet-for-canadian-grand-prix http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/05/qatari-artist-designs-pierre-gaslys-helmet-for-canadian-grand-prix Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:35:49 +0200 The design, created through the 2026 Year of Culture partnership involving Qatar, Canada and Mexico, combines symbols from both Qatar and Canada. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/05/the-dark-side-of-the-2026-world-cup-more-flights-more-emissions-more-climate-crisis http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/05/the-dark-side-of-the-2026-world-cup-more-flights-more-emissions-more-climate-crisis Fri, 05 Jun 2026 06:31:40 +0200 A report warns that the tournament in the US, Canada and Mexico could produce twice the emissions of previous editions. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/04/10-iconic-moments-that-shaped-world-cup-history http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/04/10-iconic-moments-that-shaped-world-cup-history Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:58:57 +0200 The 2026 World Cup kicks off next week in Mexico City, where joint hosts Mexico play South Africa. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/04/new-york-mayor-mamdani-and-bastian-schweinsteiger-unveil-world-cup-trophy http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/04/new-york-mayor-mamdani-and-bastian-schweinsteiger-unveil-world-cup-trophy Thu, 04 Jun 2026 10:29:23 +0200 New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani and former Germany captain Bastian Schweinsteiger welcomed the World Cup trophy to New York as part of FIFA's official Trophy Tour ahead of the 2026 tournament. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/03/you-cant-miss-these-best-of-world-cup-2026-squad-announcement-videos http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/03/you-cant-miss-these-best-of-world-cup-2026-squad-announcement-videos Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:02:25 +0200 From the Beatles to the African savannah, some national federations were inspired and chose even Royals to annouce the final squad lists for the World Cup. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/02/iran-world-cup-squad-to-head-for-mexico-via-spain http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/02/iran-world-cup-squad-to-head-for-mexico-via-spain Tue, 02 Jun 2026 22:17:33 +0200 Iran’s national football team will travel to Spain before heading to its World Cup base in Mexico, despite players still awaiting Mexican and US visas ahead of the 2026 tournament. The 2026 World Cup is being hosted jointly by the United States, Mexico and Canada. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/02/world-cup-major-absentees-forgotten-giants-and-big-returners http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/02/world-cup-major-absentees-forgotten-giants-and-big-returners Tue, 02 Jun 2026 08:13:20 +0200 Once again Italy will be missing from the World Cup but who else won't be playing and which countries are making a long awaited return? http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/06/02/the-2026-world-cup-billions-promised-but-will-the-economic-boom-arrive http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/06/02/the-2026-world-cup-billions-promised-but-will-the-economic-boom-arrive Tue, 02 Jun 2026 07:24:55 +0200 With the kick-off less than ten days away, the largest World Cup in history is set to inject tens of billions into the hosting economies. Yet, analysts are estimating that the relative impact will be marginal. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/01/2026-world-cup-shirts-six-strip-designs-already-fit-for-a-museum http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/01/2026-world-cup-shirts-six-strip-designs-already-fit-for-a-museum Mon, 01 Jun 2026 09:25:05 +0200 From Uruguay’s ancestral armour to Yohji Yamamoto’s shirt for Japan, this summer’s World Cup unveils a range of kits to rival the spectacle on the pitch. http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/31/french-police-detain-dozens-in-paris-after-violent-celebrations-of-psgs-champions-league-t http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/31/french-police-detain-dozens-in-paris-after-violent-celebrations-of-psgs-champions-league-t Sun, 31 May 2026 09:36:07 +0200 The French interior ministry said that some 780 persons were questioned nationally, including 283 in Paris alone. http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/30/liverpool-head-coach-arne-slot-leaves-club-with-immediate-effect http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/30/liverpool-head-coach-arne-slot-leaves-club-with-immediate-effect Sat, 30 May 2026 14:33:59 +0200 Liverpool's ownership said they had "come to the conclusion that change is necessary in order for the club to keep moving forward". http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/30/joao-fonseca-knocks-out-djokovic-in-roland-garros-third-round http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/30/joao-fonseca-knocks-out-djokovic-in-roland-garros-third-round Sat, 30 May 2026 14:03:32 +0200 The Brazilian marches on after an epic five-hour battle with the Serb, the former world number one. Jannik Sinner is also out of the French Open. http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/30/the-euronews-guide-to-the-2026-world-cup-groups-fixtures-and-european-kick-off-times http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/30/the-euronews-guide-to-the-2026-world-cup-groups-fixtures-and-european-kick-off-times Sat, 30 May 2026 06:00:23 +0200 Taking place from 11 June to 19 July across the US, Canada and Mexico, this summer’s World Cup will be the largest in history – here’s everything that you need to know. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/28/fifa-faces-us-probe-over-world-cup-ticket-prices-less-than-two-weeks-before-the-tournament http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/05/28/fifa-faces-us-probe-over-world-cup-ticket-prices-less-than-two-weeks-before-the-tournament Thu, 28 May 2026 14:15:04 +0200 The attorneys general of New York and New Jersey have issued subpoenas to FIFA as part of a formal investigation into allegedly deceptive ticketing practices ahead of the 2026 World Cup, with fans reporting sky-high prices. http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/25/qatar-exports-world-cup-know-how-as-2026-tournament-approaches http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/25/qatar-exports-world-cup-know-how-as-2026-tournament-approaches Mon, 25 May 2026 17:48:53 +0200 As football fans gear up for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Qatar is sharing its 2022 experience and knowledge in organising football's top tournament with its North American peers. http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/22/pep-guardiola-to-leave-manchester-city-bringing-close-to-10-year-trophy-laden-spell http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/22/pep-guardiola-to-leave-manchester-city-bringing-close-to-10-year-trophy-laden-spell Fri, 22 May 2026 15:18:03 +0200 Guardiola, who had a further year left on his City contract, will take charge of his final game against Aston Villa in the Premier League on Sunday. http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/22/euroleague-final-four-these-are-european-basketballs-most-successful-teams-and-countries http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/22/euroleague-final-four-these-are-european-basketballs-most-successful-teams-and-countries Fri, 22 May 2026 12:02:26 +0200 Greek teams have dominated the EuroLeague Final Four in the modern era. http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/22/fifa-u-17-world-cup-qatar-2026-draw-made-as-road-to-doha-begins http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/22/fifa-u-17-world-cup-qatar-2026-draw-made-as-road-to-doha-begins Fri, 22 May 2026 11:02:48 +0200 Argentina face Australia and Denmark, Japan take on Colombia and Serbia, and hosts Qatar open against Panama, Egypt and Greece, as the road to Doha's Khalifa International Stadium and U-17 football glory begins. http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/21/north-and-south-korean-women-meet-in-rare-football-clash-as-fans-cheer-both-sides http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/21/north-and-south-korean-women-meet-in-rare-football-clash-as-fans-cheer-both-sides Thu, 21 May 2026 11:04:51 +0200 Fans in rain ponchos cheered both North and South Korean women’s football teams during a rare inter-Korean match in Suwon, where North Korea’s Naegohyang Women’s FC defeated Suwon FC Women in the AFC Women’s Champions League semifinal.