The World Cup controversies, explained

<p>The 2026 FIFA World Cup has officially kicked off! It marks the biggest football tournament in history, with 48 teams playing across three countries. But before a single ball has been kicked, this might already be the most controversial World Cup ever.</p> <p>One of the teams competing is at war with the host country. A referee was turned away at the border. And fans are being blocked from watching their own team play.</p> <p>On today&rsquo;s podcast we&rsquo;re going to break down everything you need to know about this year&rsquo;s edition of the FIFA World Cup.</p> <p>Sign up to the TDA Sports Newsletter <a href="https://sport.thedailyaus.com.au/subscribe">here</a>.</p> <p>Hosts: Elliot Lawry and Billi FitzSimons<br />Producer: Orla Maher<br />Video Editor: Rosa Bowden</p> <p>Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click &lsquo;follow&rsquo; on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful.</p> <p>The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent.<strong></strong></p> <p><strong>Want more from TDA?<br /></strong><a href="https://thedailyaus.com.au/newsletter/">Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletter</a><br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@thedailyaus">Subscribe to The Daily Aus&rsquo; YouTube Channel</a><strong></strong></p> <p><strong>Have feedback for us?<br /></strong>We&rsquo;re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you&rsquo;ve got feedback, we&rsquo;re all ears.&nbsp;<a href="https://thedailyaus.typeform.com/to/D0EhJI4S">Tell us here</a>.</p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>