Football and war are worlds apart. This year, though, an untimely overlap has them closer than ever. The upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026 promises to be another rendition of footballing brilliance, but it’s facing the tailwinds of global uncertainty. Will the United States (U.S.)-Israel war with Iran fizzle out before kick-off in June? What would it mean if it didn’t?

Source: The North Africa Journal March 27, 2026 07:50 UTC