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World Cup Fans Could Pay Up to $100 to Reach Stadiums as Cities Defy FIFA Deal

New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill said FIFA has not provided any funding for transportation, arguing that asking commuters to pay more would be unfair given FIFA's projected $11 billion in revenue during the 2026 World Cup cycle.

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Liga MX Giant Club América Makes Emergency Landing in Miami After Plane Malfunction

According to local media, the aircraft experienced a mechanical problem en route to Mexico City, forcing the crew to make an emergency landing at Miami International Airport, where the team remains stranded.

Hugo Sanchez and his Airbnb Experience Estadio Azteca

Lifestyle

Want to Spend the Night in Mexico City's Stadium Azteca? Airbnb and Hugo Sánchez Are Hosting

Airbnb announced a special experience in Mexico that will allow a group of four guests to spend the night of April 5 inside Mexico City Stadium, the venue known for decades as Estadio Azteca, with Hugo Sanchez as host.

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Barcelona Soccer Star Mario Pineida Shot Dead in Apparent Targeted Attack in Ecuador

Mario Pineida, a 33-year-old defender for Barcelona Sporting Club, was shot and killed Wednesday in an apparent targeted attack in the northern sector of Guayaquil, Ecuadorian police confirmed. The incident also left at least one other person dead and a third injured, according to authorities and local media.

How to Watch the 2025 MLS Cup Final and Everything to Know About Inter Miami vs Vancouver Whitecaps

The 2025 MLS Cup Final is finally here, and it brings a historic matchup to close the season. Inter Miami and Vancouver Whitecaps will meet on Saturday in a championship that guarantees a first-time winner. When and at what time is the game, and how to watch it.

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'My Story Sometimes Feels Like It Wasn't Meant to Happen': Mexican International Obed Vargas Reflects on His Journey - INTERVIEW

In an exclusive interview with The Latin Times, 20-year-old Mexican international Obed Vargas discusses his journey in soccer, his Mexican roots, and his ambitions as a player.

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Sergio Agüero Opens Up About Life After Soccer: 'I Enjoy Not Having to Explain Myself to Anyone' - INTERVIEW

Sergio Agüero reflects on life after 18 years as a pro, sharing his love for gaming and streaming, his new projects, and his excitement for next year's World Cup.

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Former Top Mexican Soccer Player Omar Bravo Arrested on Child Sexual Abuse Charges

A complaint filed on Sept. 30 alleges the victim has been subjected to sexual touching, inappropriate advances, and threats of violence since 2019, when she was just 11 years old.

Where is Julio Cesar Chavez, Texas lawyer?

Entertainment

U.S. Ambassador to Mexico Shares Photos of Julio César Chávez Jr. Arrest and Deportation

Handcuffed and heavily guarded, Julio César Chávez's son was deported from the United States to Mexico. The US ambassador released shocking images of the moment Julio César Chávez Jr. crossed the border.

Entertainment

Coldplay's 'Kiss Cam' Goes Viral Again: Lionel Messi and Wife Antonella Steal the Show in Miami

The British band brought their "Music of Spheres" tour to Hard Rock Stadium over the weekend. Just like in Boston, when the scandal involving Any Byron, the former CEO of Astronomer, broke out, the kiss cam picked a couple, but this time they were even more famous.

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Inside the Brand Playbook: How Soccer's Growth in the U.S. Is Reshaping Consumer Marketing Strategies

Ricardo Marques, senior vice president of marketing at Michelob ULTRA, said this summer marks a major turning point when it comes to the sport's consumption in the U.S. "Soccer has been on a rocket ship," he told The Latin Times in an exclusive interview.

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World Cup Fans Could Pay Up to $100 to Reach Stadiums as Cities Defy FIFA Deal

Liga MX Giant Club América Makes Emergency Landing in Miami After Plane Malfunction

Want to Spend the Night in Mexico City's Stadium Azteca? Airbnb and Hugo Sánchez Are Hosting

Barcelona Soccer Star Mario Pineida Shot Dead in Apparent Targeted Attack in Ecuador

How to Watch the 2025 MLS Cup Final and Everything to Know About Inter Miami vs Vancouver Whitecaps

'My Story Sometimes Feels Like It Wasn't Meant to Happen': Mexican International Obed Vargas Reflects on His Journey - INTERVIEW

Sergio Agüero Opens Up About Life After Soccer: 'I Enjoy Not Having to Explain Myself to Anyone' - INTERVIEW

Former Top Mexican Soccer Player Omar Bravo Arrested on Child Sexual Abuse Charges

U.S. Ambassador to Mexico Shares Photos of Julio César Chávez Jr. Arrest and Deportation

Coldplay's 'Kiss Cam' Goes Viral Again: Lionel Messi and Wife Antonella Steal the Show in Miami

Inside the Brand Playbook: How Soccer's Growth in the U.S. Is Reshaping Consumer Marketing Strategies

Mexican Goalkeeper Memo Ochoa on The 2026 World Cup: 'It's a Goal, Not an Obsession' - EXCLUSIVE

Brazilian Soccer Referee Arrested for Drug Trafficking in the Middle of a Match

FIFA's Expanded Club World Cup Proves Europe Is Losing Its Edge, Realizing Gianni Infantino's Vision

The FIFA Club World Cup Is a Commercial Hit, but Players and Coaches Slam Conditions and Planning

Low Turnout at Club World Cup Highlights FIFA's Issues With Ticket Sales, Pricing and Marketing Woes