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From a novel seeding system that reshapes knockout paths to a newly minted FIFA Peace Prize bestowed on former U.S. President Donald Trump, the build‑up to the 2026 World Cup is marked by procedural changes, hydration breaks, and allegations of favoritism.
Thousands gathered to welcome the squad after a loss to Argentina, marking a milestone that transcended sport.
An exploration of Lionel Messi’s unexpected ties to Jewish and Israeli causes, from a 2013 pilgrimage to the Western Wall to a 2023 anecdote that may have saved a life, revealing how sport, faith and geopolitics intertwine.
The Athletic’s daily World Cup predictions feature a unique blend of professional analysis, fan participation, and whimsical contenders, offering readers a chance to track expert forecasts across the tournament’s early rounds.
Six Argentine managers are steering teams at the 2026 World Cup, echoing a century‑old tradition of coaching excellence that blends rigorous education with a deep‑rooted football culture.
On June 23, 2018, a group of young soccer players and their coach became trapped in a flooded cave in northern Thailand, sparking an international rescue effort. The same day, history records a series of political, cultural, and scientific milestones that continue to resonate.
Jeremy Doku’s desire to be present for the birth of his first child during the World Cup ignited a global conversation about the balance between professional ambition and personal family moments.
France and Argentina top the re‑ranked standings after decisive wins, while the United States, Morocco and Mexico make early knockout statements. Spain's goalless stalemate and Brazil's return to form add further intrigue.
Despite heavy losses and societal backlash, a squad of schoolgirls assembled by coach Burhan Tia is using football to carve a path toward hope and a possible spot at the 2028 Los Angeles Games.
Since the civil war erupted, Sudan’s under‑17 women’s national team has stepped onto the international stage for the first time, confronting 30‑goal losses, online abuse and a shattered sports infrastructure, yet their participation signals a fragile hope for the future of women’s soccer in the country.
Despite heavy defeats and a backdrop of conflict, Sudan's under‑17 women's national soccer team made its first international appearance in years, symbolising resilience and the tentative revival of women's football in a country shattered by war.
The under‑17 women’s national soccer side stepped onto the international stage for the first time since the civil war erupted, confronting military scrutiny, online harassment and deep‑rooted taboos. Their participation, though marked by heavy losses, signals a tentative step toward reclaiming a space for female athletes in Sudan.
Egypt qualified for the 2026 World Cup without a loss, finishing with 19 goals and just two conceded. Mohamed Salah, turning 34 on match day, headlines a team that will face Belgium, Iran and New Zealand in Group G.
Bayern Munich's pursuit of Dušan Vlahović, João Palhinha's potential return to Sporting CP, and other key transfer movements across Europe.
Immigrants across Massachusetts feel the pull of the World Cup’s excitement, yet high ticket prices and tightening U.S. immigration policies temper their enthusiasm.
A new ranking reveals the top earners in soccer for the coming year, showing how on‑field contracts and off‑field endorsements combine to create multimillion‑dollar incomes, and how the sport outpaces many others in athlete wealth.
Joe Connor, a San Diego resident, embarked on a mission to attend soccer matches in all 144 countries and territories that will qualify for the 2026 World Cup, turning a personal health scare into a worldwide adventure that honors his late father and showcases the sport’s universal passion.