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FIFA announces bizarre World Cup souvenir scheme — fans can own a pricey patch of turf

Post author:Alaa Shamali
Post published:13 July 2026
Post last modified:14 July 2026

Memories of the World Cup final are no longer limited to photographs, tickets or signed shirts. FIFA has decided to take the concept of collectables to a new level. In fact, for dedicated fifa fans, the organisation is offering the chance to own a genuine piece of the pitch that will host the 2026 World Cup final. FIFA has announced via its official shop the launch of a commemorative collection entitled “Piece of the Pitch – Foundation Edition”. The collection features authentic pieces of the turf to be used in the World Cup final, scheduled to take place on 19 July…

2026 World Cup breaks attendance record as fans defy heat and travel disruptions

Post author:Alaa Shamali
Post published:26 June 2026
Post last modified:26 June 2026

The 2026 World Cup has made history in a big way, with FIFA announcing the highest spectator turnout in the tournament’s history, surpassing the record that stood since the 1994 World Cup in the United States. 2026 World Cup breaks old record Total attendance at this year’s tournament reached 3,605,357 spectators on 25 June, after 56 matches. This surpassed the previous record of 3,587,538 spectators, which was set over 52 matches at the 1994 edition. Without a doubt, the world came together for this cup in record numbers. FIFA officially announced the milestone during the match between Germany and Ecuador. This…

Watch: Bosnia fans chant for Palestine before match vs Canada

Post author:Skwawkbox
Post published:13 June 2026
Post last modified:13 June 2026

Bosnia fans have gathered to chant their support for Palestine before their team’s match against Canada today, 12 June 2026. Bosnia — Genocide collusion To Canada’s shame, its government has colluded in Israel’s genocide just like that of the UK and most other western states. The Bosnian fans are on the right side of history: https://www.thecanary.co/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/media_dfb9277dee9c77fd6c474508f161fb16.mp4 The match finished 1-1, but only one nation won where it matters. Featured image via Michael Steele/Getty Images By Skwawkbox Source link

Iran fans can’t watch team compete in 2026 World Cup

Post author:Alaa Shamali
Post published:9 June 2026
Post last modified:9 June 2026

Iran has suffered a fresh blow just days before the start of the 2026 World Cup, after the Iranian Football Federation announced the withdrawal of its allocated share of fan tickets for its three World Cup matches. The move has sparked widespread controversy and led Tehran to question whether political considerations are influencing the organisation of the tournament. Iran fans left disappointed Reuters cited the Iranian Football Federation, which said it had already begun distributing and selling tickets for the national team’s group stage matches, before it learnt about the tickets being withdrawn. This means Iranian fans will be denied access…

Arsenal crowned champions as fans protest sponsor Deel

Post author:Maddison Wheeldon
Post published:1 June 2026
Post last modified:9 June 2026

Arsenal’s champions parade on 30 June saw thousands of supporters take to the streets of London, celebrating their club’s triumphant Premier League victory. After clinching their first league title in 22 years, Arsenal fans flooded Islington to celebrate. Four open-top buses paraded the players and trophy as supporters cheered wildly. However, not all fans were there for these festivities. It presented an opportunity for others to protest the club’s new sponsor, Deel. The sponsor’s co-founder has shown public support for Israel during its genocide of Palestinians in Gaza. Moreover, the club attracted further criticism when it dismissed long-serving kitman Mark Bonnick…

Ireland fans protest ‘unconscionable’ Israel fixture during Qatar match

Post author:Robert Freeman
Post published:29 May 2026
Post last modified:8 June 2026

Irish football supporters in Dublin interrupted the national team’s match against Qatar by throwing Palestine-themed tennis balls on the pitch. The fans were protesting at the Football Association of Ireland’s (FAI) disgraceful refusal to call off the team’s October Nations League fixture against the abomination that is so-called ‘Israel’. Supporters threw the balls on two occasions during the first half, resulting in the referee pausing the match. The protesters had decorated the balls with the Palestine flag and wrote: “Stop the game”. In an Instagram post, League of Ireland Fans for Palestine explained the intention was to: …send a strong message…

Ireland fans interrupt game in protest of upcoming Israel match

Post author:Alaa Shamali
Post published:29 May 2026
Post last modified:8 June 2026

The friendly match between the Republic of Ireland national football team and the Qatar national team on Thursday evening turned into a platform for public protest against the anticipated match against Israel in the UEFA Nations League. Irish fans threw soft tennis balls bearing the Palestinian flag onto the pitch in the 10th and 20th minutes, prompting the referee to temporarily suspend the match amidst an atmosphere charged with political messages and solidarity with Gaza. The fans also wrote the phrase “Stop the match ” and raised Palestinian flags and banners demanding the cancellation of the Ireland-Israel match, reflecting a surge…