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A hamstring injury has kept Alphonso Davies out of Canada's opening World Cup games, prompting coach Jesse Marsch to deploy Richie Laryea, Liam Millar and Ali Ahmed in the left‑back role.
An exploration of extra time in World Cup knockout matches, its rules, historic moments, and the players who have defined its drama.
The sport once rooted in local communities now serves as a battleground for national narratives, commercial interests, and the search for stability in a globalized world.
An exploration of extra time rules, historic moments, and the dramatic impact of extended play in the sport's most prestigious tournament.
A look at how England clinched a round‑of‑32 berth, how an algorithm narrowed the gap with pundits, and what to expect from the next set of high‑stakes fixtures.
Iran finished third in Group G with three points from draws against Belgium, New Zealand and Egypt, but a last‑minute strike by Austria condemned them to elimination, highlighting the tournament's razor‑thin margins.
Alphonso Davies is fit for Sunday's last‑32 match against South Africa, boosting a Canadian side eager to translate mixed group‑stage results into a knockout‑stage breakthrough.
Raúl Jiménez Vega, who passed away after a year‑long battle with pancreatic cancer, was a pivotal figure in his son’s career and a devoted family man.
Twin earthquakes have killed over 1,400 people in Venezuela, left tens of thousands missing, and prompted a worldwide response. Among the victims were three young soccer players, one of whom was a rising star.
The United States concluded their group stage with a 3‑2 win over Turkey in Inglewood, using the match to test a host of newcomers ahead of a knockout clash with Bosnia‑Herzegovina.
The United States men's national team has advanced to the World Cup Round of 32 and will face Bosnia and Herzegovina on July 1 at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California, in a tournament enlarged to 48 teams.
Despite representing just 3% of Ecuador’s population, the coastal province of Esmeraldas supplies nearly 40% of the squad for the 2026 World Cup, a legacy rooted in a unique demographic history and a distinctive athletic biotype.
Sebastian Berhalter’s decisive contribution against Turkey highlights his rise amid a family saga that reshaped U.S. soccer’s coaching landscape.
The 2026 edition of the FIFA World Cup has broken all previous scoring records, with 177 goals recorded across 104 matches, driven by the tournament's expansion to 48 teams.
A 3‑2 loss to Turkey highlighted Sebastian Berhalter’s striking prowess and playmaking, while his father’s pride and a lingering family rivalry added narrative depth to the U.S. campaign.
The 2026 tournament broke the all‑time goal record, highlighted by Auston Trusty's decisive strike and Gianni Infantino's Instagram comment.
The 2026 World Cup has broken the all‑time goal record, with Auston Trusty's strike taking the tally to 173 during the U.S. versus Turkey match. The milestone reflects the impact of FIFA's expansion to 48 teams and a packed 104‑match schedule.
More than 3.6 million spectators have attended matches in Mexico, the United States and Canada, surpassing the 1994 record. The growth stems from the tournament's 48‑team format, extra knockout round and larger stadiums, prompting FIFA President Gianni Infantino to call it the most successful World Cup ever. Cape Verde's goalkeeper Vozinha has become a fan favorite after a striking draw with Spain.
A Brazilian football official is under fire after reports reveal he used federation money to finance a New York getaway with a lover, a Mexico City reunion with his wife, and a Qatar trip for a model, raising questions about transparency and ethics.
Fans from dozens of nations have turned Seattle’s waterfront into a vibrant arena of sport and culture, with locals eager for the festivities to continue as the city gears up for additional World Cup games.
Canada’s soccer team is urging fans to cross the U.S. border to support them in the World Cup knockout stage in Los Angeles, despite political tensions between the two countries.
An exploration of how pressure heat maps uncover the tactical nuances behind Canada’s dominant win, Brazil’s dual‑phase play, and Scotland’s defensive challenges.
Canada’s national team, eliminated from World Cup knockout contention after a draw with Switzerland, now faces South Africa in Los Angeles. The players appeal directly to fans, hoping to turn political friction into a shared celebration of football.
The Canadian men’s national team, eliminated from home knockout contention, invites supporters to travel to Los Angeles for their World Cup clash with South Africa, despite strained Canada‑U.S. relations.