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World Cup prediction markets hit $5.4 billion in bets so far
Prediction markets tied to the World Cup have surged to $5.4 billion in wagers just 11 days into the tournament, according to data compiled by Fortune.
23 Jun, 04:08 am IST - GLOBALGLOBAL · 2 min
Iran prepares for FIFA World Cup 2026 match against Belgium amid political tensions
Iran is set to face Belgium in a Group G match at the FIFA World Cup 2026, scheduled to take place at the Los Angeles Stadium.
21 Jun, 08:08 pm IST - GLOBALGLOBAL · 1 min
FIFA to distribute record $871 million to 2026 World Cup teams
FIFA will distribute a record $871 million to the 48 teams competing in the 2026 World Cup, marking a 15% increase from the $727 million payout in 2022.
21 Jun, 06:08 pm IST - INDIAINDIA · 2 min
Trader loses $1 million on Cabo Verde’s World Cup draw with Spain
A single trader on Polymarket lost nearly $1 million after Cabo Verde held Spain to a surprising draw in the World Cup on Monday, according to Bloomberg via livemint.com.
16 Jun, 06:08 am IST - INDIAINDIA · 2 min
Zohran Mamdani's World Cup jerseys resell at 2000 times original price
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani released an exclusive run of 1,500 FIFA World Cup 2026 jerseys inspired by New York City earlier this week.
14 Jun, 08:08 am IST - INDIAINDIA · 1 min
Peruvian police arrest suspected drug dealer disguised as World Cup mascots
Peruvian police officers disguised themselves as 2026 FIFA World Cup mascots to arrest a suspected drug dealer in Lima on June 13, 2026.
14 Jun, 06:08 am IST - INDIAINDIA · 2 min
NYC mayor’s limited World Cup jersey sale sparks resale frenzy
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani released a limited edition run of 1,500 World Cup jerseys inspired by the city, available only in person at the official CityStore starting 9 a.m. Friday.
13 Jun, 06:08 am IST - INDIAINDIA · 1 min
Nora Fatehi performs Siir Siir at FIFA World Cup 2026 opening ceremony
Nora Fatehi captivated audiences with her performance of the song 'Siir Siir' at the FIFA World Cup 2026 opening ceremony held at BMO Field in Toronto, Canada.
13 Jun, 02:09 am IST - GLOBALGLOBAL · 1 min
Donald Trump to skip USA's FIFA World Cup 2026 opener against Paraguay
President Donald Trump will not attend the United States' opening match against Paraguay in the FIFA World Cup 2026, scheduled for Friday in Inglewood, Cal…
13 Jun, 02:08 am IST - GLOBALGLOBAL · 1 min
FIFA World Cup 2026 hydration breaks create $7-9 million ad revenue opportunity
Fox Corporation's Fox channel is leveraging hydration breaks during FIFA World Cup 2026 matches as new advertising slots, potentially generating $7-9 million in additional revenue.
12 Jun, 10:08 pm IST - POLICYPOLICY · 2 min
Delhi High Court orders interim ban on pirate sites streaming 2026 FIFA World Cup
The Delhi High Court issued an ex parte interim injunction on June 3 to block five pirate streaming websites illegally broadcasting the 2026 Indian Premier…
05 Jun, 06:06 pm IST - STARTUPSSTARTUPS · 1 min
Zee Entertainment in talks to land FIFA World Cup 2026 broadcast deal in India; to launch Unite8 Sports sports channel
Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd. is in talks to secure the broadcasting rights for the FIFA World Cup 2026 in India, the company confirmed on Tuesday, according to livemint.com.
26 May, 11:24 pm IST - FUNDINGFUNDING · 2 min
The economist who wrote the book on sports finance has a number for FIFA’s World Cup haul: $15 billion
FIFA’s 2026 World Cup ticket prices have surged dramatically, with Category 1 tickets initially priced at about $600 in fall 2025 now generally selling for…
25 May, 10:09 pm IST - FUNDINGFUNDING · 2 min
Mamdani’s campaign for cheap World Cup tickets delivers 1,000 for city of 8 million
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced that 1,000 World Cup tickets priced at $50 each will be made available to city residents for matches held at M…
22 May, 02:56 am IST - INDIAINDIA · 2 min
FIFA 2026 World Cup: NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani set to unveil $50 ticket lottery for football fans — details here
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is set to launch a lottery system offering FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets to residents of the city’s five boroughs at a dis…
21 May, 10:56 pm IST