Politics has been in focus ahead of the World Cup in the United States, Mexico and Canada. Norway's national team captain Ståle Solbakken believes that much could have been done differently. "But we are all hypocrites," he said.
SportsHong Kong customs have seized 230,000 pieces of fake World Cup merchandise that were heading overseas. The value of the seizure is estimated at $20 million, equivalent to 190 million kronor.
SportsProtests, record-breaking ticket prices, and two warring nations can settle matters on the pitch. The World Cup is full of controversy. FIFA is a greed machine, says researcher and former professional footballer Jules Boykoff.
FootballDespite the scorching heat, large parts of the World Cup squad are heading out for a round of golf. After four days at the base in Dallas, the national team players will have a day off from training. "I think golf will be the most popular activity," says Hjalmar Ekdal.
SportsFor the first time in 40 years, the World Cup will be held at the Azteca Stadium in Mexico City. But the opening match between host nation Mexico and South Africa is being met with protests. South Korea will also face the Czech Republic. Here's what you need to know about the first two matches of the World Cup.
SportsFIFA president Gianni Infantino has called it "unfortunate" that Somali referee Omar Artan has been banned from refereeing at the World Cup.
FootballAndrea Bocelli, David Guetta, Ejae and Megan Thee Stallion are the artists behind another World Cup song - "Dna" - which will be released ahead of the opening ceremony.
MusicFormer national team star Olof Mellberg was one of SVT's most high-profile World Cup signings. But the deal fell through at the last minute. Yet he is in Dallas covering Sweden ahead of their World Cup opener against Tunisia. "I actually dropped out completely a few weeks ago," Mellberg says.
SportsFor the first time in 40 years, the World Cup will be played at the Azteca Stadium in Mexico City. But the opening match between host nation Mexico and South Africa is surrounded by protests. South Korea will face the Czech Republic. Here's what you need to know about the World Cup's opening matches.
SportsMore matches at this year's World Cup in North America risk being played in heat that can be dangerous to the body. It is dangerous for players, but also for fans who gather outdoors, says researcher Friederike Otto.
SportsJust days before the start of the World Cup, several thousand protesters blocked access roads to Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. The protesters, who are mainly disgruntled teachers, are threatening a similar action ahead of the opening match.
SportsMexico has been rocked by unrest ahead of the World Cup. Is it safe for Sweden's national team and supporters? The cartel is one of the country's largest employers, says Mexico expert Edmé Dominguez.
SportsThe flesh-eating parasite known as the American screwworm continues to spread in the United States. Three new cases have been confirmed, and there is great concern that the worm will spread into the country's livestock industry.
WorldIt's hot and getting hotter. The national football team is sweating in the heat that has hit Texas, with five days left until the World Cup starts. "It's extremely hot," says center back Isak Hien.
FootballValeria loves the summer and would have loved to go to one of the games in her hometown of Kansas City. But for fear of being detained or, in the worst case, deported, she is instead staying hidden during the World Cup. "It sucks, but it's what we're forced to do," she says.
SportsThe Iranian Football Federation says the United States has revoked its allocation of World Cup tickets. "We do not have a single ticket to offer our supporters," the federation wrote.
FootballSomali football referee Omar Artan was set to become the first from his country to referee the World Cup. Now he has been denied entry to the United States and removed from the tournament.
FootballWhen Iran's national football team arrived at the World Cup base in Mexico, the players wore pins with the number 168 - symbolizing the number of victims of the school attack in Minab.
FootballOn June 11, the World Cup kicks off at the newly renovated Azteca Stadium in Mexico City. But behind the luxury boxes are workers who have risked paying a high price. "Putting these events in countries where workers have to risk their lives so we can watch football is fucking not okay," says Ombudsman Jonas Eriksson, who inspected the stadium.
FootballThe World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico is just a few days away. It will be a record-breaking World Cup, with the heat and Donald Trump in focus. Here's everything you need to know.
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