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The first 48‑team World Cup will be co‑hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico, featuring a packed schedule, iconic stadiums, and a roster of star players whose performances are driving fan forecasts.
The expanded 2026 World Cup brings 48 teams, heightened expectations for the U.S. host, and a mix of contending nations eyeing glory amid political and logistical challenges.
Co‑hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada, the 2026 World Cup is confronting unprecedented criticism over FIFA’s legacy of scandal and the political maneuvering surrounding Donald Trump and Gianni Infantino, with early signs of fan disengagement and empty stadium seats.
An Athletic project gathers 200 key World Cup players, using data visualizations and concise profiles to showcase their roles and impact across the United States, Mexico and Canada.
Norway’s youthful squad, led by Haaland and Ødegaard, aims to translate qualifying dominance into a deep World Cup run.
The first World Cup co‑hosted by three nations will feature 104 matches, new tiebreakers and mandatory hydration breaks, while favorites and underdogs alike gear up for a historic competition.
The first joint hosting of the FIFA World Cup by three nations will feature 48 teams, a revised tournament format and a host of debutant narratives, all set against a backdrop of political and historical context.
The Norwegian Seafood Council launches a national U.S. campaign during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, leveraging soccer star Erling Haaland and key partnerships to highlight the health benefits and cultural significance of Norwegian seafood.
After nearly three decades away, Norway is set to re‑enter the FIFA World Cup, riding the wave of a 48‑team format that opens doors for under‑represented nations. With Erling Haaland leading the attack and Julian Ryerson making a decisive national‑team choice, the Scandinavian side faces a tough group that includes France, Senegal and Iraq, while the tournament’s broader impact stretches from Mexico City to the streets of Brooklyn.
The upcoming international friendly against Northern Ireland serves as a crucial tune‑up for France, who are aiming to reach a third consecutive World Cup final while preparing for a demanding group stage.
The first World Cup to feature 48 teams and 104 matches is set across three nations, but rising expenses and restrictive travel policies are reshaping who can attend.
The 2026 World Cup group stage will feature a cluster of elite attackers in Foxborough, including Kylian Mbappé, Harry Kane and Erling Haaland, promising high‑stakes encounters for fans in Massachusetts.
Predictions highlight France as favorites, Spain's youthful edge, England's tactical shift, and host nations' home advantage, while noting possible disappointments and dark‑horse threats.
Erling Haaland is set to make his international comeback for Norway in a Sunday friendly against Morocco in New Jersey, a test that precedes their shared push toward the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Norway and Morocco will meet in a friendly on Sunday in New Jersey, marking Haaland's long‑awaited return and a battle of contrasting recent form.
Morocco and Norway will meet on June 7, 2026, at Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, New Jersey, for a friendly that serves as a final tune‑up before the FIFA World Cup, with both teams bringing key players and strong recent form.
Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo have become the first active team‑sport athletes to surpass a billion‑dollar net worth, sparking a new era of financial power in soccer.
A look at the unique experience of the World Cup, the hurdles faced by host nations, and the teams poised to make an impact.
The author admits a strange anxiety about the World Cup as a non‑fan, then sits down with Guardian columnist Leander Schaerlaeckens to unpack the sport’s growing footprint, the U.S. team’s history, and the surprising role of politics and infrastructure.
Nike’s new ‘Rip the Script’ initiative invites football’s biggest names to break the script, blending sport with pop culture in a cinematic showcase that highlights creativity, instinct and the game’s expanding cultural footprint.
The FC814 U-19 girls Team Energy have concluded a decade-long run of championships, securing multiple national titles while nine players commit to collegiate programs and the broader soccer world turns toward the 2026 World Cup.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will bring a global showcase to North America, with MetLife Stadium set to host the final and a host of marquee matchups featuring the sport’s brightest talents.
The U‑19 girls Team Energy concluded a storied run with a state‑cup victory, while Penn State Altoona shines in Costa Rica and the 2026 World Cup looms with marquee matchups.
Erling Haaland's rare dip in form has shifted attention toward a teenage French forward making his mark in his debut Premier League season.