With the 2026 World Cup officially getting underway on Thursday night, Mexico will have the honour of opening proceedings when they welcome South Africa to the Estadio Banorte. Enjoying what has become a sensational purple patch so far this calendar year, Mexico have certainly hit top gear at a crucial time and one of this […] The post Mexico vs South Africa Bet Builder Tips – 5/1 World Cup Special, Analysis & Predictions appeared first on SoccerNews.
With the 2026 World Cup officially getting underway on Thursday night, all eyes will fall on the Estadio Banorte when Mexico host South Africa. Ahead of what looks set to be a historic World Cup from North America, there are plenty of intriguing betting promotions and bonuses available. Verdict: Mexico win Best Odds: 4/9 Bookmaker: 1xBet […] The post Prediction: Mexico vs South Africa appeared first on SoccerNews.
US state department says ‘necessary’ visas issuedPlayers and coaching staff reportedly receive visasIran open World Cup on 15 June v New Zealand in LAA diplomatic war of words has broken out over the US visa status for several members of Iran’s 2026 World Cup delegation with just days to go until the start of the tournament, and on the day the team itself departed to Mexico to open its camp ahead of the competition.Iran have trained and played closed-door matches over the last three weeks in Antalya, Turkey, while diplomats have worked to secure visas for their entry to the United States, where the team will play all three of their group-stage games. Those visas were approved on 5 June for Iran’s players and some staff, but Iranian state media and diplomats reported that same day that several of the team’s support staff have been left out including the Iranian football federation chief Mehdi Taj. Continue reading...
A diplomatic war of words has broken out over the US visa status for several members of Iran’s 2026 World Cup delegation with just days to go until the start of the tournament, and on the day the team itself departed to Mexico to open its camp ahead of the competition. Iran have trained and played closed-door matches over the last three weeks in Antalya, Turkey, while diplomats have worked to secure visas for their entry to the United States, where the team will play all three of their group-stage games. A US state department official issued the same comment Saturday to multiple media outlets, claiming that “the visas necessary for Iran to compete in the World Cup, including for athletes and necessary support staff, have been issued.”
Mexico and Serbia will meet in an international friendly at Estadio Nemesio Diez in Toluca on Thursday evening, with the hosts playing their final warm-up match before the 2026 World Cup begins. Mexico will want to protect their positive run before opening the tournament against South Africa on June 11, while Serbia arrive in Mexico […] The post Prediction: Mexico vs Serbia appeared first on SoccerNews.
Fifa doled out heavy fines for repeated violationsMexico has campaigned to eradicate the chantWorld Cup opener features Mexico at the AztecaSign up for the World Behind The Cup newsletterThe Mexican soccer federation on Tuesday lost its latest appeal against Fifa punishments for fans chanting an anti-gay slur at opponents’ players.The latest ruling from the court of arbitration for sport (Cas) in a series of Mexico v Fifa appeal cases over more than 10 years comes as Mexico prepare to host South Africa in the World Cup opener on 11 June at Azteca Stadium, a venue where the chant is often heard. Continue reading...
