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World Cup ticket prices dropping on secondary market

The average price for a group stage game ticket at the 2026 FIFA World Cup currently sits at $720.
The average price for a group stage game ticket at the 2026 FIFA World Cup currently sits at $720.

‘Mr Europa League’ Unai Emery into yet another final

Soccer Football - UEFA Europa League - Semi Final - Second Leg - Aston Villa v Nottingham Forest - Villa Park, Birmingham, Britain - May 7, 2026  Aston Villa manager Unai Emery reacts Action Images via Reuters/Lee Smith
Soccer Football - UEFA Europa League - Semi Final - Second Leg - Aston Villa v Nottingham Forest - Villa Park, Birmingham, Britain - May 7, 2026  Aston Villa manager Unai Emery reacts Action Images via Reuters/Lee Smith

Aston Villa crush Nottingham Forest 4-0 to reach Europa League final against Freiburg

Aston Villa's John McGinn (left) and Morgan Rogers celebrate after winning their semi-final, 2nd leg match against Nottingham Forest on May 7.
Aston Villa's John McGinn (left) and Morgan Rogers celebrate after winning their semi-final, 2nd leg match against Nottingham Forest on May 7.

No room for sentiment as Declan Rice targets Arsenal win at West Ham United

FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - UEFA Champions League - Semi Final - Second Leg - Arsenal v Atletico Madrid - Emirates Stadium, London, Britain - May 5, 2026 Arsenal's Declan Rice during the warm up before the match REUTERS/Dylan Martinez/File Photo
FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - UEFA Champions League - Semi Final - Second Leg - Arsenal v Atletico Madrid - Emirates Stadium, London, Britain - May 5, 2026 Arsenal's Declan Rice during the warm up before the match REUTERS/Dylan Martinez/File Photo

Irish footballers, celebrities urge boycott of Israel match

The Republic of Ireland's Jimmy Dunne and teammates look dejected after losing the penalty shoot-out in the World Cup qualifying semi-final against the Czech Republic at Fortuna Arena in Prague on March 26, 2026.
The Republic of Ireland's Jimmy Dunne and teammates look dejected after losing the penalty shoot-out in the World Cup qualifying semi-final against the Czech Republic at Fortuna Arena in Prague on March 26, 2026.

Australian state overturns Melbourne ban on World Cup watch party

Lucas Herrington of Australia heads the ball during the FIFA Series 2026 match between the Socceroos and Curacao at AAMI Park in Melbourne, Australia, on March 31.
Lucas Herrington of Australia heads the ball during the FIFA Series 2026 match between the Socceroos and Curacao at AAMI Park in Melbourne, Australia, on March 31.

Amad Diallo says Manchester United squad happy if Michael Carrick stays

Manchester United winger Amad Diallo believes that everyone at the club will be happy to see Michael Carrick continue as manager next season.
Manchester United winger Amad Diallo believes that everyone at the club will be happy to see Michael Carrick continue as manager next season.

FIFA president Gianni Infantino says World Cup ticket prices in line with US market

FIFA President Gianni Infantino said despite people saying ticket prices are high, they still end up on the resale market.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino said despite people saying ticket prices are high, they still end up on the resale market.

While You Were Sleeping: 5 stories you might have missed, May 7, 2026

US President Donald Trump said the US had "very good talks over the last 24 hours" with Iran.
US President Donald Trump said the US had "very good talks over the last 24 hours" with Iran.

Holders PSG reach Champions League final, with 1-1 draw at Bayern Munich

PSG players celebrate reaching the Champions League final, after drawing 1-1 at Bayern Munich and going through with a 6-5 aggregate victory.
PSG players celebrate reaching the Champions League final, after drawing 1-1 at Bayern Munich and going through with a 6-5 aggregate victory.

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.