The 2026 World Cup faces big challenges with only 100 days to go

FIFA President Gianni Infantino (left) takes a selfie with President Trump, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum, and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Official Draw at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C., on Dec. 5, 2025.

Will Iran compete? Will violence in Mexico flare up? And what about funding for host cities in the U.S.? With only 100 days left before it beings, the 2026 World Cup in North America is facing a lot of uncertainty.

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A.J. Brown Trade Rumor Bad for Bills, Patriots, 49ers, Raiders

An ESPN report suggests a trade involving Philadelphia Eagles star A.J. Brown is unfavorable for the Bills, Patriots, 49ers, and Raiders.

Eagles Demand First-Round Pick for A.J. Brown Trade

Despite a rough 2025 season, the Eagles are listening to offers but won't budge on their asking price. Receiving-needy teams like the Buffalo Bills, New England Patriots, San Francisco 49ers, and Las Vegas Raiders will have to look elsewhere if they aren't willing to surrender their first-round draft pick.

Philadelphia reportedly wants to keep Brown on the roster through the 2026 season, making a deal unlikely unless a team is blown away by an offer.

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