It's official: Tuesday, March 3 marks 100 days until the 2026 World Cup kicks off in earnest, when Mexico host South Africa in Mexico City on June 11. But before we get there, we have a few big hurdles to clear...Full Story »

The next way-station on the road to the World Cup -- the March international window -- is fast approaching. For players on the U.S. men's national team, it will be like arriving at base camp on Mt. Everest. The amount of work to get to that point has been immense. Now, who will get the chance to try to climb to the summit...Full Story »

The International Football Association Board, which sets the laws of football, has agreed to make some big changes starting July 1, but those changes will also be adopted at this summer's 2026 World Cup, which kicks off June 11...Full Story »

On March 7, 2026, Newcastle United will host Manchester City at St James' Park for an exciting FA Cup matchup. The home team will be eager to capitalize on their home advantage in this crucial fixture...Full Story »

On March 7, 2026, Wrexham will welcome Chelsea to One Call Stadium for an exciting FA Cup encounter. Wrexham aims to leverage their home advantage, hoping to secure a significant victory against the Premier League giants...Full Story »

On March 7, 2026, Arsenal will face Mansfield Town in an FA Cup showdown at One Call Stadium. This upcoming match holds the potential for a thrilling encounter as both teams seek a crucial win...Full Story »

FIFA has unveiled its official poster for the men's 2026 World Cup -- due to take place across the United States, Canada and Mexico in less than 100 days' time. It completes the collection of official posters, with each host city having its own artwork, which ranges from the astoundingly artistic to the sublimely surreal...Full Story »

Tuesday marked 100 days to go until the start of the FIFA World Cup, with the opening game set for Mexico City between co-host Mexico and South Africa on June 11. In addition to laying out the first edition of our Power Rankings, where our global reporters and experts voted for the top 15 contenders set to take part in this summer's competition, we're drilling deeper on the major nations and th...Full Story »

The 100-day mark until the start of the 2026 World Cup is upon us. In some respects, it seems like the end of a long journey for the U.S. men's national team is finally in sight. In other ways, it feels like time has flown by...Full Story »

German newspaper BILD are demanding national team coach Julian Nagelsmann leave Toni Rudiger at home for this summer's World Cup...Full Story »

On a Los Angeles soccer field, Shawn Rezaei shouts himself hoarse in Persian, urging his teammates to press their opponents harder...Full Story »

Wolverhampton Wanderers will host Liverpool this Friday in an exciting FA Cup clash at Molineux Stadium, looking to secure a much-needed victory. As both teams are eager to add valuable points to their campaigns, this matchup promises to be a gripping contest...Full Story »

Everton moved within two points of the European places following their 2-0 victory over Burnley at Hill Dickinson Stadium on Tuesday. Manager David Moyes urged his team to "keep pushing" as they chase European football...Full Story »

The Golden Boot is given to the top scorer at a World Cup. It is an award that has been awarded to some of the greatest goal scorers football has ever seen, and it has a long history...Full Story »

Portuguese veteran Cristiano Ronaldo has a hamstring tendon injury, his Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr announced on Tuesday, but his participation in the 2026 World Cup does not appear to be in doubt...Full Story »

France have always been one of the powerhouses in world football, especially over the past decade. After an underwhelming run at the 2014 World Cup, where they were knocked out in the group stage, the French redeemed themselves with a remarkable comeback at the 2018 edition of the tournament in Russia...Full Story »

England are undoubtedly one of the powerhouses in world football, with some legendary players having donned the Three Lions' shirt. However, when it comes to luck, the European side have often fallen short. Despite their historic status, England have managed to win only a single major trophy, way back in the 1966 World Cup, where they defeated Germany to lift the coveted title...Full Story »

It is incredibly important that the USMNT perform on home soil, but that’s far from the only major storyline heading into the 2026 World Cup...Full Story »

Real Madrid and Brazil star Rodrygo Goes expressed his heartbreak after a devastating ACL and meniscus tear shattered his 2026 World Cup dreams. Describing it as one of the saddest days of his life and his worst nightmare realised, the resilient forward promised fans he would overcome this massive blow and return stronger...Full Story »

The build-up to the 2026 World Cup has been hit by a major geopolitical storm as United States president Donald Trump admitted he is indifferent to whether Iran participates in the upcoming tournament. Despite being the first nation to secure qualification for the showpiece event, Iran were the notable absentees from a high-profile FIFA planning meeting held in Atlanta this week. The silence fr...Full Story »