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Last update: an hour agoWorld Cup Countdown: FIFA’s final-showcase plans are getting louder as the 2026 final halftime show is set to be a Super Bowl-style concert with Madonna, Shakira and BTS, while Iran says it still hasn’t received World Cup visas and is pressing FIFA for guarantees. Broadcasting Tensions: In the biggest markets, India and China still lack TV deals, with talks reportedly stuck on pricing and expectations—raising the risk of a late scramble. Saudi Sports Push: Saudi Arabia’s PIF has signed on as an “official tournament supporter,” doubling down on soccer as part of its broader economic shift. Crime Crackdown: Away from football, Malaysia’s anti-graft and police units moved against cross-border scams, arresting 187 suspects from nine countries and seizing assets worth RM57.68m. China Openness: China says it will expand services opening-up and deepen international cooperation, aiming to boost foreign investment in the sector.
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