Abbosbek Fayzullaev scores Uzbekistan's first goal at a FIFA World Cup during a 3–1 loss against Colombia in their opening match.

Iranian Americans hold protests outside SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, against the Iran regime and the team's participation in the FIFA World Cup ahead of its matchup against New Zealand. Additionally, protesters are seen with the Iranian Lion and Sun flag despite FIFA banning the flag from appearing at matches.
2026-06-15

Pro-Palestinian protests are held near the Toronto Stadium, against FIFA's association with Israel. Additionally, a red banner was displayed near the Gardiner Expressway.
2026-06-12

The president of the Iranian football federation says FIFA has approved the country's World Cup training base being switched from the United States to Mexico due to the ongoing conflict.
2026-05-24

World Cup co-host United States allows the DR Congo football team to participate in the upcoming games in the country despite ebola concerns.
2026-05-19

In association football, Uzbekistan and Jordan qualify for the FIFA World Cup for the first time, with Uzbekistan securing a top-two finish in Group A and Jordan advancing from Group B following Iraq's loss to secure their places in the 2026 tournament.
2025-06-5

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Abbosbek Fayzullaev scores Uzbekistan's first goal at a FIFA World Cup during a 3–1 loss against Colombia in their opening match.

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