World Cup

The World Cup is a series of international sporting tournaments, most notably the FIFA World Cup for men's football, which is held every four years and is one of the most-watched sporting events in the world. It also refers to other major world championship events in sports like cricket and rugby.

Why it’s in the news: It is in the news now due to ongoing developments and news related to the 2023 and 2027 tournaments, as well as preparations for the 2034 FIFA World Cup.

Latest on World Cup

• World Cup winner Pedro calls time on 20-year career
• England have put World Cup disappointment behind them, says Tuchel
• Exclusive-Saudi Arabia quietly shelving NEOM Stadium, one of 2034 World Cup venues
• England routs Croatia as nation attempts to move past World Cup heartbreak
• India and Pakistan to clash in pool phase at 2027 Cricket World Cup
• South Africa look to gather momentum in ODI series with World Cup looming

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