A New Way to Play the World Cup
As the countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup accelerates, FOX Sports is rolling out a fresh way for fans to engage with the tournament.
The new 2026 Soccer Pick 'Em with FOX One lets supporters make predictions for each matchday, accumulate points and watch their standing rise on a live leaderboard.
Participants can choose to play alone, create private circles with friends, jump into public pools, or join specially curated groups that feature insights from on‑air talent and partner platforms.
Featured groups spotlight a roster of analysts and media personalities, including former U.S. international Alexi Lalas, veteran reporter Steven Goff, podcast host Ariel Helwani, producer Mike Gioseffi and producer‑turned‑commentator Jesse Gibson, alongside the FOX One crew and Yahoo Sports Talent.
Other partners such as The Cooligans, OneFootball, Uncrowned, Sports Cards Nonsense and On3 also host their own featured brackets, giving fans a menu of expert‑driven competitions.
Because the tournament will involve 48 nations, the game offers country‑specific groups where supporters can align with the team they plan to back, turning every match into a personal prediction challenge.
Entry is completely free, and the platform integrates with Yahoo’s broader fantasy ecosystem, making it easy for newcomers to jump in and start climbing the ranks.