FIFA has banned vuvuzelas at the 2026 World Cup
The International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) has banned the use of vuvuzelas during matches at the 2026 World Cup, which will be hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Under the new rules, fans will not be allowed to bring vuvuzelas, whistles, horns, or other excessively loud devices into stadiums, as these can disrupt matches and cause discomfort for spectators.
Vuvuzelas gained worldwide fame during the 2010 World Cup in South Africa. Their characteristic monotonous sound accompanied virtually every match of the tournament and elicited mixed reactions among players, coaches, and fans.
After the World Cup in South Africa, the use of vuvuzelas began to be restricted in many European stadiums due to complaints about excessive noise.
Meanwhile, FIFA also released a list of clubs that have sent the most players to the 2026 World Cup. Manchester City leads the list with 19 players. The top five also includes Bayern Munich (18 players), Arsenal (16), PSG (16), and Barcelona (15).
Source: Reuters.
As a reminder, the soccer balls to be used at the 2026 World Cup will need to be charged before each game via built-in motion sensors.
The Spanish national team is the top favorite to win the World Cup, according to the Opta supercomputer. The list of main contenders for the title also includes the teams from England, France, and Argentina.
