Sports World Cup 2026 tickets nearly sold out as Iran ranks lowest in secondary market get-in prices Ticket tracking for the 2026 FIFA World Cup shows intense demand, with 93 matches listed with fewer than one thousand available seats. Secondary-market data also reveals sharp price gaps: Iran has the lowest average get-in prices, while the final and matches involving Mexico, Brazil and Portugal command far higher sums May 26, 2026 at 11:01 AM · Sports desk
Sports New York Knicks reach NBA Finals after 27 years, Brunson earns East MVP in dominant Cavaliers series sweep The New York Knicks reached their first NBA Finals since 1999 after a commanding 4-0 sweep of the Cleveland Cavaliers. Jalen Brunson was named Eastern Conference Finals MVP, while Towns, Anunoby and a deep rotation confirmed the team’s playoff strength with a 130-93 clinching win and an 11-game winning streak May 26, 2026 at 11:01 AM · Sports desk
Sports Controversial stoppage in Giza after Usyk - Verhoeven fight sparks calls for heavyweight rematch Oleksandr Usyk retained his world title with an 11th-round technical knockout against Rico Verhoeven, but referee Mark Lyson’s stoppage in Giza triggered strong reactions. The scorecards, timing of the intervention and Verhoeven’s planned appeal have intensified debate over a rematch May 26, 2026 at 10:43 AM · Sports desk
Sports Los Angeles seeks independent LA28 audit over Olympic Games costs and public financial guarantees Los Angeles is increasing scrutiny of preparations for the 2028 Olympic Games after Councilwoman Monica Rodriguez called for an independent audit of LA28. The debate focuses on security, transport, city services, ticket tax proposals and whether public money could cover possible cost overruns May 26, 2026 at 9:26 AM · Sports desk
Sports Iran moves World Cup 2026 base from Arizona to Tijuana with FIFA approval and visa concerns Iran’s national team is changing its World Cup 2026 preparation plan, moving from Tucson in Arizona to Tijuana in Mexico. FIFA approved the switch as Iran seeks a more practical base near Los Angeles and Seattle amid security concerns, visa questions and tournament logistics May 26, 2026 at 9:25 AM · Sports desk
Sports IBSA and WBU in Baku signal sports alliance for stronger inclusion of blind and visually impaired athletes worldwide In Baku, IBSA and the World Blind Union opened the way toward an institutional alliance linking sport, accessible cities and global advocacy for blind and visually impaired people, with emphasis on athletes, competitions, sports federations, urban infrastructure and equal participation in community life May 26, 2026 at 9:25 AM · Sports desk
Sports Olympic Forum in Kaunas on sport, public health and new opportunities for athletes in Lithuania The Olympic Forum in Kaunas brought together athletes, experts, teachers and officials to discuss the role of sport in public health, education, the economy and career development. The focus was on children’s physical activity, investment in infrastructure, gender equality in sport and support for athletes after the end of competitive careers May 26, 2026 at 9:25 AM · Sports desk
Sports British Gymnastics to replace abuse complaints process after criticism from gymnasts and parents British Gymnastics will replace the independent complaints process created after abuse allegations in the sport. Gymnasts and parents say the system was slow, flawed and retraumatising, while the governing body promises a fairer model focused on athlete welfare May 26, 2026 at 9:24 AM · Sports desk
Sports Kirsty Coventry and the IOC face a major debate over athlete payments at the Olympic Games New IOC president Kirsty Coventry has put one of the Olympic movement’s most sensitive issues back in focus: whether Olympians should receive direct payments for participation and medals. While the IOC defends its solidarity funding model, World Athletics’ prize-money decision increases pressure before Los Angeles 2028 May 26, 2026 at 9:24 AM · Sports desk
Sports Durrës strengthens role in Prishtina 2030 Mediterranean Games preparations through Adriatic sailing events Durrës is becoming a key Adriatic venue for the Prishtina 2030 Mediterranean Games, with available information pointing to its role in hosting sailing events. Inspections by international, Kosovo and Albanian sports bodies focused on venues, infrastructure, maritime safety and coordination for the major multisport competition May 26, 2026 at 9:21 AM · Sports desk
Sports Hamburg faces Olympic referendum that could shape its bid for the Games in 2036, 2040 or 2044 Hamburg votes on 31 May 2026 on whether to continue its Olympic bid, with the DOSB treating the referendum as a decisive test in the race against Berlin, Munich and KölnRheinRuhr for a possible Olympic and Paralympic Games project May 26, 2026 at 9:09 AM · Sports desk
Sports Hervis exits Croatia, Slovenia and Germany as sports retail chain refocuses its business on Austria Hervis is leaving Croatia, Slovenia and Germany after a change of ownership and a review of its business. The sports retail chain will focus on Austria, citing market conditions, changing shopping habits and losses in recent years, while stores are expected to close gradually and obligations to customers, employees and suppliers should be fulfilled May 26, 2026 at 9:03 AM · Sports desk