Your quick pulse on World Cup 2026: schedule tweaks, ticket waves, venue updates, travel and security advisories—sourced from official organizers and local agencies. Use this hub to spot what matters, then dive into our Host City Guides, Stadium Guides, and Key Planning Tips before you book or go.
FIFA ruled that South Africa fielded ineligible midfielder Teboho Mokoena, overturning a 2–0 win over Lesotho to a 3–0 loss. Bafana Bafana drop to second in Group C; SAFA faces a fine and may appeal.
The first 2026 ticket window runs Sept 10–19 via a Visa-only random draw. Notifications start Sept 29, purchase slots begin Oct 1, prices start at $60, and dynamic pricing applies—here’s how the phases work.