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Canada, co‑hosts of the 2026 tournament, have burst onto the scene with a 6‑0 thrashing of Qatar and a narrow win over South Africa. Now they meet Morocco, a team that has built its campaign on composure and the striking form of Ismael Saibari.
The knockout stage of the 2026 World Cup begins with Canada versus Morocco and France versus Paraguay, culminating in a Boston matchup on July 9.
Canada never trailed in a 110-84 win over Puerto Rico in Hamilton, Ontario, showcasing a strong performance ahead of the 2027 World Cup in Qatar.
USA Basketball announced that former NBA guard Mike James will make his first appearance for the national team in upcoming World Cup qualifying matches against the Dominican Republic and Mexico. The contests, part of the United States' 250th‑year celebrations, feature a roster bolstered by NBA standouts such as Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander, Nikola Jokić and Rudy Gobert.
A broken leg sustained in a World Cup clash has turned into a story of resilience, as Ismael Kone receives nationwide backing and vows to comeback stronger.
Former Georgia standout Justin Abson prepares to lead Jamaica in the 2027 FIBA World Cup qualifiers against the Bahamas and Canada, leveraging family ties and a solid collegiate background.
Astronaut Jeremy Hansen’s NASA experience and the backing of Canadian icons inspire the men’s national soccer team as they face Morocco in the 2026 World Cup round of 16.
A heat wave forecast to reach 100‑115 °F across the eastern U.S. will test player and fan safety during the upcoming France‑Paraguay World Cup match in Philadelphia, prompting calls for stricter protocols.
The U.S. men's national team, fresh from a day of watching World Cup matches as supporters, prepares for a decisive knockout clash with Bosnia‑Herzegovina, hoping to overcome a historically tough record against European sides.
Donald Trump’s lack of presence at the tournament reflects a deliberate effort to sidestep controversy, a pattern that mirrors past diplomatic reticence.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup, hosted by Mexico, the United States, and Canada, blends elite soccer with visible expressions of faith, from blessed equipment to stadium chapels and personal Bible studies.
A look at Matchday 21 drama, key player performances and the forecasts for the upcoming Round of 32 fixtures.
The United States advanced to the knockout stage after a disciplined 2‑0 win, highlighted by Folarin Balogun’s opening goal and Malik Tillman’s decisive set‑piece, setting up a rematch with Belgium.
At 21, Esmir Bajraktarević has become a key figure for Bosnia and Herzegovina, scoring crucial goals and preparing to face his birth country, the United States, in the round of 32.
A La Mirada resident has transformed his front yard into a sprawling World Cup bracket, featuring hundreds of miniature flags that represent each of the 32 competing nations. The eye‑catching arrangement has become a weekend magnet for neighbors and passersby, who pause to snap photos and admire the work. The creator, who prefers to remain anonymous, says the project is a tribute to a lifelong passion for soccer and will stay up until the tournament’s championship match on December 18.
Cesar Adim, an assistant coach at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, has been named to the Nigerian Men's National Team staff for the 2026 FIBA Basketball World Cup African Qualifiers, joining head coach David Fizdale in a campaign that could lead to the 2028 Olympics.
The United States Men’s National Team meets Bosnia and Herzegovina in a high‑stakes knockout clash at Levi’s Stadium, with a spot in the Round of 16 on the line.
Alex Condon, a rising senior from Florida, has been named in Australia's 12‑man roster for the Asian Qualifiers, joining veterans like Bryce Cotton and Tyreese Proctor as the Boomers eye a historic qualification.
The U.S. men's national soccer team is riding a wave of momentum, driven by a mix of hard work, organization and the emergence of Philadelphia‑area players.
Seattle’s stadiums are hosting crucial World Cup qualifiers, where Belgium faces Senegal, the United States prepares for Bosnia‑Herzegovina, and the tournament’s broader story unfolds.
From NBA finals dominance to stadium‑filled excitement, journalists trace how the World Cup captured the imagination of fans across diverse U.S. cities.
After a last‑minute loss to Turkey, the United States men's team prepares to meet Bosnia-Herzegovina, a side that surged past Qatar, with a berth in the next round and a potential clash against Belgium or Senegal on the line.
The United States men's soccer team has repeatedly fallen in the World Cup's knockout stages, with only one win in 2002. As they prepare to meet Bosnia‑Herzegovina in the Round of 32, a look back at past performances reveals a pattern of narrow defeats and near‑misses.
Morocco's advancement to the knockout stage and penalty victory over the Netherlands underscore a transformative era for African football, driven by strategic investments and regional collaboration.