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Tunisia's football heritage includes a landmark win over Mexico in 1978, near‑misses against England and a victory over France, while a fresh wave of talent and an enthusiastic fan base aim to translate past resilience into future success.
The FIBA World Cup 2027 will be staged in Doha, Qatar, from August 27 to September 12, 2027, even as conflict rages in neighboring Iran. FIBA’s secretary general Andreas Zagklis says preparations are on schedule, while the NBA eyes the launch of NBA Europe in October 2027 and the participation of top NBA stars.
The governing body will distribute $355 million to clubs whose players feature in the 2026 World Cup and its qualifiers, with $250 million earmarked for the tournament itself and $100 million for qualifying matches.
An exploration of how Ronaldo and Messi’s competition reshaped the sport, their commercial impact and the enduring debate over the greatest of all time.
With a historic group stage looming, Canada's national side, ranked No. 30 globally, aims to translate recent progress into a deep run, anchored by stars like Alphonso Davies and a renewed work ethic under Marsch.
Vice‑president of the German Football Association Oke Göttlich has sparked a controversy by questioning whether Germany should attend the 2026 World Cup in the United States, citing aggressive U.S. foreign policy, human‑rights worries and a polarized public discourse.
Betting analyst Martin Green predicts Mexico can reach the Round of 16 at +125 odds as the 2026 World Cup expands to 48 teams.
Canada's national side, led by coach Jesse Marsch and a roster of European‑based talent, is poised to make its third World Cup appearance as a co‑host of the 2026 tournament, opening against Bosnia‑Herzegovina in Toronto.
Morocco’s men’s national team, the Atlas Lions, will open their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign at Gillette Stadium, drawing on a blend of seasoned stars and emerging talent as they chase a historic run.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino’s push to expand the World Cup to 48 teams reflects a strategic bid to double the revenue of the Paris Olympics, yet critics warn that the federation’s growing power and close ties to autocratic regimes could undermine accountability.
Despite historical prejudice and competition from rugby and Australian‑rules football, soccer has grown through migrant communities, with the Socceroos and Matildas forging a new identity on the world stage.
The Court of Arbitration for Sport confirmed that the Mexican Football Federation's appeal was dismissed, leaving a hefty fine in place while the controversial chant continues to echo in stadiums.
Ahead of the first 48‑team tournament, local soccer players share personal connections to far‑flung footballing nations and realistic assessments of the host nation's prospects.
Lionel Messi’s latest honor underscores a career defined by trophies, records, and a relentless pursuit of excellence.
Lionel Messi has been awarded the Princess of Asturias Award for Sports, adding to his collection of 47 trophies and cementing his status as the 'King of Football.' The recognition comes as he prepares to help Argentina defend its World Cup crown, while speculation swirls around Jose Mourinho's potential return to Real Madrid and the emergence of Lamine Yamal as his successor.
Over three years Joe Connor traveled to more than 200 countries, witnessing soccer from stadium spectacles to street pick‑up games, and discovered how the beautiful game stitches together disparate societies.
Major League Soccer boasts a historic 44 players selected for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, spanning 21 clubs and 17 countries, with key stars and emerging talents set to feature in matches held in MLS venues.
The Court of Arbitration for Sport confirmed sanctions against the Mexican Football Federation after fans repeatedly chanted an anti‑gay slur, rejecting the federation's appeal while allowing the tournament to proceed without a stadium closure.
The Court of Arbitration for Sport confirmed a 140,000 Swiss franc penalty on the Mexican federation, while anti‑discrimination monitors prepare for the global event.
Breel Embolo's visa delay reflects a broader pattern of pandemic‑related disciplinary issues that could affect Switzerland's World Cup campaign.
The Court of Arbitration for Sport confirmed a 140,000 Swiss franc penalty for the Mexican federation over repeated anti-gay chants, lifting a stadium-closure sanction but leaving the federation under heightened scrutiny as it prepares to host World Cup matches.
Veteran analyst Martin Green breaks down the 2026 World Cup draw, identifies top contenders, predicts Mexico’s progression, and spots a +1000 longshot with championship potential.
Croatia will host Belgium in a World Cup 2026 warm‑up on June 2, 2026, at a venue in Rijeka, marking a rare meeting between two of the continent’s most consistent sides. Both nations arrive with top‑11 FIFA rankings, and the fixture will showcase a blend of seasoned stars and emerging talent as each nation fine‑tunes its squad for the tournament. For Croatia, the game doubles as a symbolic passing of the torch; veteran coach Zlatko Dalic will lead the team into the finals for the third straight tournament, while 40‑year‑old Luka Modrić is set to play his final World Cup appearance, ending a career that includes 196 caps for the national team. Belgium, meanwhile, is looking to replace the golden generation that dominated the 2010s. Coach Rudi Garcia has called up a host of new faces, including Kevin De Bruyne, Romelu Lukaku, Thibaut Courtois and Axel Witsel, who are expected to feature prominently. The most recent encounter between the two sides ended in a goalless draw at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, a result that underscored Belgium’s group‑stage exit after a single win. Lukaku, who has managed only seven appearances for Napoli this season, will need the match to regain sharpness. With both teams eager to test tactics and fitness, the June 2 clash promises to be more than a friendly; it will be a final rehearsal for a tournament that will see Modrić’s swan song and Belgium’s attempt to usher in a fresh era of talent.
The injury leaves a void in Canada's squad, prompting a rapid search for a suitable replacement.