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Canada's Cyle Larin opened the 2026 men's World Cup knockout rounds with a goal against Bosnia, and the tournament now moves to a high‑stakes showdown between South Africa and Canada, broadcast live across North America.
The knockout phase of the 2026 World Cup features 32 teams, highlighted by France's +300 favorite status, Argentina's +400 odds, and a surge of betting activity on the United States.
South Korea's early World Cup departure sparked a political reaction, with President Lee demanding an investigation and promising sweeping changes to the nation's sports governance.
The first knockout‑round matches of the 2026 men’s World Cup are set to begin today, with Canada taking on South Africa at 3 p.m. ET. The game will be broadcast on FOX, Telemundo and Peacock, and features a key goal‑scorer from a previous match.
The opening round of the 2026 World Cup features a clash between Canada and South Africa at 3 p.m. ET, with multiple streaming platforms offering live coverage and promotional deals.
The tournament's knockout rounds kicked off today, featuring a high‑stakes clash between South Africa and Canada broadcast live on FOX, Telemundo and Peacock.
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.
Captain Alphonso Davies is fully fit for Canada’s decisive group‑stage encounter with South Africa, a boost for a team that has seen mixed results but enjoys growing fan enthusiasm and high‑profile attendance.
As the World Cup captures global attention, Utah’s Latino neighborhoods are weaving the sport into a tapestry of identity, community and shared memory.
The last round of group play will determine the final eight teams advancing to the round of 32, with key fixtures and emerging storylines shaping the tournament's next phase.
After Uruguay finished the tournament with just two points, Bielsa owned the failure and looked back on a career defined by near‑misses.
From Oxford’s 19th‑century slang to modern‑day World Cup host nations, the choice between ‘football’ and ‘soccer’ reveals deep cultural divides, especially in the United States and Canada.
Stéphanie Frappart, the first woman to referee a men’s World Cup game, joins UEFA as a full‑time refereeing officer, succeeding Dagmar Damková and bringing her extensive experience to the development of European match officials.
Stéphanie Frappart, the first woman to referee a men’s World Cup game, joins UEFA as a refereeing officer to train match officials and replace Dagmar Damková, marking a continued push for gender diversity in football officiating.
Thousands of Dutch fans will march through Kansas City’s downtown, led by a iconic orange double‑decker bus, before the Netherlands‑Tunisia World Cup match, amid traffic alerts and a flood watch.
FIFA’s crackdown on non‑official sponsors inadvertently amplifies their reach, turning bans into viral marketing opportunities.
The Athletic’s daily preview mixes professional insight with unexpected contributors, recapping recent results and projecting the next wave of knockout‑stage battles.
The inaugural meeting of the International Wheelchair Basketball Federation’s Players’ Commission took place in Mies, Switzerland, bringing together athlete leaders from across the globe.
After a harrowing hamstring setback, Thapelo Maseko returned to the world stage with a crucial strike that sent South Africa into the knockout rounds for the first time, a moment that reshaped his career and inspired his teammates.
Mexico’s 3-0 victory over the Czech Republic not only secured an unbeaten group run but also marked a milestone for veteran keeper Guillermo Ochoa and a controversial fan chant.
Mexico has opened its 2026 World Cup campaign with two consecutive victories in Group A, scoring three goals without conceding. Czechia, sitting on a single point, must defeat Mexico to stay alive.
A sweeping narrative that blends memoir, history, and geopolitical analysis, revealing how the World Cup reflects and shapes the world.
Despite 80% possession and 19 shots, England settled for a 0-0 draw against Ghana, a result that cements their progression but leaves fans yearning for more incisive play.
Yesterday’s action saw Portugal crush Uzbekistan, England hold Ghana, while Croatia and Colombia secured narrow victories; today’s schedule pits Switzerland against Canada and Scotland against Brazil, all tracked on The Athletic’s interactive Pick’Em platform.