Day: June 5, 2026

A split image: on the left, a footballer visibly exhausted, leaning over with hands on knees on a pitch. On the right, the FIFA World Cup 2026 trophy with USA, Mexico, and Canada flags in the background. A faint overlay of a calendar showing “11 June” and a clock with tired eyes.

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Football World Cup 2026 – a very tired set of players

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As the FIFA World Cup 2026 kicks off on 11 June, concerns mount over player fatigue, declining match quality, geopolitical tensions, and controversial US immigration policies. This column questions whether FIFA has prioritised revenue over the spectacle itself; and whether the once‑prestigious tournament can recover its former glory.