2026 FIFA World Cup countdown: Where football meets politics
About this episode
The episode discusses the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup and the controversies surrounding it, particularly regarding visa issues faced by teams and referees.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will kick off at Mexico City's iconic Azteca Stadium, with football fans around the world eagerly counting down to the action. But even before the first whistle, controversy is brewing. FIFA President Gianni Infantino has come under fire over the handling of visa issues experienced by teams and referees ahead of the tournament. While excitement is building on the pitch, tensions off it are also making headlines. Here's what's happening.
Topics covered
- FIFA World Cup
- football
- politics
- visa issues
- controversy
- sports news
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