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Zidane Named France Head Coach After World Cup Exit

Zinedine Zidane has been named France head coach after Didier Deschamps stepped down following the team's 2026 World Cup semifinal exit. The appointment ends years of speculation and hands Zidane his first international management role, with UEFA Euro 2028 as his first major target.

Belgium Stun Senegal With 120th-Minute Penalty Comeback

Belgium eliminated Senegal from the 2026 FIFA World Cup after overturning a two-goal deficit, with Romelu Lukaku and Youri Tielemans scoring before Tielemans converted a penalty in the 120th-plus-fifth-minute to complete the comeback. The Red Devils advance to the round of 16.

Visa Costs and War Deter 2026 World Cup Fans

High US visa fees, steep rejection rates, and fears over immigration enforcement are discouraging international fans from attending the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Iranian fans face an especially steep barrier due to active regional conflict and the absence of US-Iran diplomatic relations.

Visa Barriers Threaten 2026 World Cup Fan Access

Fans from multiple countries risk being locked out of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the US due to visa denials, backlogs, and immigration restrictions. Consular appointment shortages and high refusal rates in certain markets compound the problem, disadvantaging fans whose teams have already qualified. No special visa

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Zinedine Zidane named as France head coach following World Cup 2026

Zinedine Zidane has been named France head coach after Didier Deschamps stepped down following the team's 2026 World Cup semifinal exit. The appointment ends years of speculation and hands Zidane his first international management role, with UEFA Euro 2028 as his first major target.

1mo ago · 3 min · Global Affairs

US visa rejections, war on Iran keep fans away from World Cup

High US visa fees, steep rejection rates, and fears over immigration enforcement are discouraging international fans from attending the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Iranian fans face an especially steep barrier due to active regional conflict and the absence of US-Iran diplomatic relations.

2mo ago · 3 min · Global Affairs

Some World Cup fans face US visa hurdles despite teams qualifying for tournament

Fans from multiple countries risk being locked out of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the US due to visa denials, backlogs, and immigration restrictions. Consular appointment shortages and high refusal rates in certain markets compound the problem, disadvantaging fans whose teams have already qualified. No special visa

4mo ago · 1 min · Global Affairs

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