Haaland in the news: City chase EPL title amid chaotic results; the Norwegian star, 26, bags goals for Man City and Norway. bio: Erling Haaland, Norwegian striker for Manchester City.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup begins on June 11 across North America, with 48 teams and 104 matches. While most venues are prepared, infrastructure challenges remain, and Iran's potential withdrawal due to US tensions raises concerns about tournament integrity and participation.
Panini has released its largest-ever World Cup sticker album for the United States, Canada and Mexico tournament, with 980 stickers across 112 pages. The price of a pack is 1.25 pounds in the UK; collectors face a potentially high outlay to complete the set, with special stickers and a growing vintage market highlighted by headlines from Wembley launch events.
Manchester City remain in the Premier League title race as key players return from injury and push for a late-season surge. A 3-3 draw with Everton boosts the mood but Arsenal lead as the season closes in.