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Coach Thomas Tuchel announced a 26‑player England squad for the 2026 World Cup, emphasizing team cohesion over individual talent. The list omits Phil Foden and Cole Palmer, includes surprise call‑ups Ivan Toney and Kobbie Mainoo, and features a blend of seasoned stars and newcomers aiming to end the nation's long wait for a men's World Cup title.
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches, scammers create fake sites that mimic FIFA’s official pages to steal money and personal data. Fans can protect themselves by verifying URLs, using strong passwords and purchasing tickets only through FIFA’s authorized channels.
FC Dallas will suspend its season for the 2026 World Cup, a pause that coincides with a league‑wide schedule overhaul and personal plans of players and coaches.
An Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has prompted heightened screening, travel bans and logistical adjustments as the World Cup approaches.
The Asian Football Confederation Women's Champions League final will pit North Korea's Naegohyang Women's FC against Japan's Tokyo Verdy Beleza in Suwon, with a $1 million prize and symbolic significance for inter‑Korean relations.
The 1994 match in which the United States defeated Colombia became a watershed moment for American soccer, sparking a new era of growth and changing how the world saw the US men's national team.
Al Nassr secured the Saudi Pro League crown with a 4-1 win over Damac, delivering Cristiano Ronaldo's 36th career trophy and his 973rd goal. The achievement places his trophy haul in sharp contrast with Lionel Messi's 46 titles, sparking renewed comparisons across their storied careers.
Mauricio Pochettino, appointed in September 2024, discusses his vision for the U.S. Men’s National Team as the 2026 World Cup approaches, noting a new training facility in Atlanta and the possible return of the Copa América in 2028.
Jean‑Marc Bosman’s 1995 case before the European Court of Justice reshaped football’s transfer system, fueling player mobility, sky‑high wages and a new era of commercialization, while his own life spiraled into tragedy.
New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani announced $50 tickets for seven World Cup matches, distributed via random ballot with complimentary bus travel, after a meeting with FIFA president Gianni Infantino.
Sports Illustrated will release 48 specially commissioned covers for the 2026 World Cup, each crafted by an artist connected to a participating team, celebrating the joy, diversity and community that football inspires.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced a lottery that will award 1,000 $50 World Cup tickets, each accompanied by a complimentary bus ride to MetLife Stadium, in an effort to ensure that working families are not priced out of the global event.
U.S. Soccer has selected University of Virginia seniors Pearl Cecil and Jordyn Hardeman for the upcoming U‑19 Women’s National Team camp in Frankfurt, where they will train and play two friendlies before aiming at the 2026 U‑20 World Cup.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced a partnership with FIFA to allocate 1,000 $50 tickets for the 2026 World Cup, targeting city residents through a lottery, free round‑trip bus service and strict resale prohibitions.
On May 23, Apple will stream a Major League Soccer showdown captured with fifteen iPhone 17 Pro units, showcasing a new era of mobile‑first sports production.
As the first joint‑hosted edition of the expanded World Cup approaches, stakeholders grapple with promises of global growth against concerns of diluted competition and strained calendars.
The Democratic Republic of Congo’s soccer team canceled a Kinshasa send‑off due to an Ebola outbreak, but will still compete in warm‑up games in Belgium and Spain. The World Health Organization declared the outbreak a public health emergency, while the United States imposed a 30‑day entry ban on travelers from the affected countries, though the Congolese squad is exempt because it has been training in Europe.
With the 2026 MLS season’s last round of games before the World Cup, teams and stars alike are using the final fixtures to fine‑tune form and secure roster spots.
The United States is set to host the FIFA World Cup again, leveraging a blend of seasoned veterans and emerging talent under new manager Mauricio Pochettino to inspire a generation and elevate the sport’s profile.
A new NCAA rule could strip eligibility from college hockey players who delay enrollment, sparking concerns over competitive gaps and player development.
The 2026 World Cup will be the largest ever, featuring 48 teams across three nations, and is expected to generate significant economic benefits for the Bay Area despite ongoing corruption allegations and geopolitical strains.
The Turkish men’s national soccer team arrived in Mesa, Arizona, for a series of evening training sessions, a community day on June 8, and a friendly against the United States on June 25, all part of its World Cup preparation.
The upcoming documentaries — 'When Soccer Came to America,' 'Soccer's American Dream,' 'The Summer of '94' and 'U.S. Against the World' — explore the NASL's legacy, the 1994 World Cup build‑up, and the modern team's ambitions.
From June 11 to July 19, the Guggenheim will present Douglas Gordon and Philippe Parreno’s cinematic meditation on Zinédine Zidane, weaving together technical innovation, artistic reference, and the broader cultural moment of a dampened World Cup.