
Yard Barker - 10 min 34 sec ago
The USMNT are preparing to battle for World Cup glory on home soil, and Matt Freese could be the Harvard graduate trusted to lead them from the back. Mauricio Pochettino's side begin their group stage against Paraguay on June 12th, before facing Australia on June 19th and Turkey on June 25th.

Sky Sports - 40 min 34 sec ago
It is more than two months since Viktor Gyokeres's 89th-minute goal sealed Sweden's extraordinary World Cup play-off victory over Poland at a delirious Strawberry Arena in Stockholm, but Graham Potter is still finding new ways to enjoy it.

The Independent - 44 min 10 sec ago
The first World Cup opening ceremony will take place in Mexico City ahead of Mexico's match against South Africa...

NY Post - 1 hour 10 min ago
In an exclusive interview, Andr s Cantor explains why the 2026 World Cup will take over America in a way 1994 never could powered by fans, social media and a new soccer generation.

Attack of the Fanboy - 1 hour 10 min ago
FIFA has confirmed that around 60 fans received World Cup 2026 tickets at no cost due to a website glitch during checkout. The governing body is now...

ABC News - 1 hour 24 min ago
Shakira and Burna Boy will perform in Mexico City for the first of three opening ceremonies for the World Cup...

ABC News - 1 hour 24 min ago
Popping a cold beer — or two or three — while watching sports at home, at a bar or during a live game is an age-old tradition...

The Guardian - 1 hour 33 min ago
The FA's data-driven approach towards the World Cup is into its final stages as Tuchel's side take on New Zealand "It was hot in '94," thundered Alexi Lalas, the former USA defender turned Fox Sports analyst, who starred for his country when they were the sole World Cup hosts that year. "And guess what? It's going to be hot again this time." Lalas's booming address came last December at the draw in Washington DC for this summer's tournament and, to digress...

BBC - 1 hour 34 min ago
Graham Potter talks about his joy and pride in taking Sweden to the World Cup after hurt of Chelsea and West Ham dismissals.

The Guardian - 1 hour 40 min ago
Head coach looks forward to leading Sweden at World Cup after reflecting on failures with Chelsea and West Ham If management has taught Graham Potter anything it is that there is no point in trying to run away from failure. "You've got to face the bad stuff," the 51-year-old says as he thinks about how he recovered from bruising spells at Chelsea and West Ham. "The more you face it, the more chance your life is better. Then you get these beautiful moments." Potter is in reflective...

The Guardian - 1 hour 40 min ago
The wing-back's advanced positioning paid off against Senegal. More impressive play at the World Cup could go far for the US's hopes and his transfer prospects In the sixth minute of last Sunday's friendly against Senegal, the US men's national team were midway through what became a 20-pass sequence of sustained possession. Beginning with a throw-in along the left touchline, just inside the opponent's half, the World Cup co-hosts tried to break down the visitors to no avail,...

NPR - 1 hour 40 min ago
Despite a diminished federal presence, public health departments are preparing for common ailments that could afflict fans who gather for the event and are keeping an eye on the Ebola outbreak, too.

NBC News - 2 hours 8 min ago
Cura ao will make its World Cup debut this month as the smallest nation ever to qualify for the tournament, thanks to its connection to the Netherlands.

The Guardian - 2 hours 37 min ago
Farrell to remain as Ireland's head coach until 2031 51-year-old says best is yet to come' for Ireland Andy Farrell has signed a new deal to remain as Ireland's head coach until 2031, removing any chance of England luring him back to Twickenham after next year's Rugby World Cup. Instead, Farrell has opted to stay put in Dublin and will now preside over Ireland's next two World Cup campaigns. Farrell, who led the British & Irish Lions to a series win in Australia last year, has...

BBC - 2 hours 39 min ago
Fifa has unveiled what it describes as a new "unique, immersive experience" pre-match ceremony for all matches at the 2026 World Cup.

Sky Sports - 3 hours 1 min ago
Andy Farrell has signed a contract extension to remain as Ireland head coach until the end of the 2031 Rugby World Cup.

BBC - 3 hours 29 min ago
Fifa says fans who were mistakenly given free tickets to World Cup group stage matches in Toronto must pay for them within seven days or lose the seats.

Forbes - 3 hours 40 min ago
Here's everything you need to know as the Americans iron out the final, pre-tournament details against the four-time World Cup champions.

NPR - 3 hours 40 min ago
Collecting Panini stickers is a World Cup tradition beloved in Europe and Latin America. In the U.S., interest has been building steadily, and this summer, the buzz is bigger than ever.

The Guardian - 4 hours 27 min ago
Latest football news before a big weekend of action Get in touch: email Dave | And follow us on TikTok Next up, the wallchart. Yep, nick some blu tack off one of your kids' wonkily-hung posters of a K-pop band and get this centre stage on the kitchen wall. Probably another one in the toilet. Elegantly designed and beautifully illustrated. There's only one place to start. The World Cup 2026: guide to all 1,248 players is a remarkable piece of work. Doffed cap to my colleagues who worked so...

BBC - 4 hours 34 min ago
BBC Sport takes a look at 11 EFL players to watch out for at this summer's World Cup.

Sky Sports - 4 hours 40 min ago
Andy Robertson was expected to be named in Scotland's World Cup squad, but he admitted it was a "huge pinch yourself moment"when he was confirmed as one of Steve Clarke's 26-man party.

BBC - 5 hours 7 min ago
There are just 12 days until England play their World Cup opener against Croatia - but can you name ever member of the squad picked by Thomas Tuchel?...

BBC - 5 hours 9 min ago
With silverware fresh in their hands, many of Northern Ireland's players will arrive for international duty brimming with confidence.