2026 World Cup Is Putting FIFA’s Rules on Political Neutrality to the Test ^43%

KQED - By Marisa Lagos - 6/25/2026, 11:24 PM

Framing Effect 52.8% - Negativity Bias 52.8% - Biased Writer Voice 30.2%

The World Cup is in full swing across North America, and the U.S. men’s team faces Turkey in its final group round appearance on Thursday. But behind the cheering fans and nail biting matches, FIFA’s commitment to political neutrality is put to the test. Marisa sits down with Tariq Panja, global sports correspondent at The New York... more