Norway striker Erling Haaland's FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign may have ended with disappointment on the pitch, but the Manchester City star has created a viral moment off it. The football sensation returned home from the tournament with an unusual souvenir from the United States a taxidermied raccoon holding a whiskey bottle leaving fans amused and intrigued.
Dutch football referee Rob Dieperink has passed away at the age of 38, just weeks after being removed from FIFA's list of officials for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. His death has sent shockwaves through the global football community. While the exact cause of death has not been disclosed, tributes have poured in from football governing bodies and colleagues who remembered him as a respected official and dedicated professional.
