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From Dallas to Seattle, every match at the 2026 World Cup will feature timed hydration pauses, a measure that could alter the rhythm of football while offering broadcasters new commercial slots.
The 2026 World Cup group stage saw several favored nations exit early, sparking resignations and raising questions about future strategies.
A knee ligament injury sustained by Uruguay's Manuel Ugarte during the group stage has raised concerns for both his national side and his club, Manchester United, as they look ahead to the new campaign.
Spain's 1-0 win over Uruguay secures their place in the knockout stages, while Uruguay's campaign ends after a disappointing group phase.
Reports indicate that Uruguay's squad rebelled against head coach Marcelo Bielsa before their World Cup match against Spain, citing excessive training and tactical disagreements. Bielsa rejected the players' demands and accused them of trying to remove him over squad selections. Despite his efforts, Uruguay lost to Spain and was eliminated from the tournament.
Mauricio Pochettino, the newly appointed head coach of the United States men’s national team, blends a storied playing background with a belief‑driven leadership style that is already reshaping the sport’s landscape in the United States.
Mauricio Pochettino, the Argentine tactician leading the U.S. national team, has infused a divided nation with belief, drawing on a storied career, a mentor’s legacy, and personal rituals that underscore his quest for glory.
Marcelo Bielsa expressed disappointment after Uruguay’s group‑stage finish left the nation without a win, taking ownership of the campaign’s outcome.
After Uruguay finished the tournament with just two points, Bielsa owned the failure and looked back on a career defined by near‑misses.
Spain's recent win over Saudi Arabia puts them in a strong position, but Uruguay must match or better Cabo Verde's result to avoid early elimination.
The decisive matches of Groups G, H and I will determine which teams advance to the round of 32, with top scorers Haaland and Mbappé set to clash in a marquee showdown.
The Athletic’s daily World Cup predictions combine seasoned analysis, youthful flair, and even a canine voice to preview key matchups and emerging storylines.
The latest push for hydration breaks in football has ignited a firestorm of criticism, with players, coaches and fans questioning the sport's growing commercial agenda.
Mandatory cooling periods introduced for the 2026 tournament are prompting varied reactions from competitors, coaches and governing bodies as the competition progresses.
England manager Thomas Tuchel criticizes FIFA's mandatory hydration breaks, saying they disrupt the game's flow, even as the rule will apply to the England‑Ghana match in Boston.
Cape Verde held Uruguay to a 2-2 draw, with Kevin Pina scoring the nation's first World Cup goal and Helio Varela equalising. Coach Pedro Leitão Brito praised the team's determination, while goalkeeper Vozinha's mother watched from the stands.
The Athletic offers daily forecasts for the tournament, featuring expert insights, fan predictions and a unique leaderboard that tracks accuracy.
Marcelo Bielsa defends his unconventional World Cup portrait, describing his low‑profile stance and unique coaching methods as he prepares Uruguay for a crucial group‑stage clash against Cape Verde in Miami.
Marcelo Bielsa defends a striking portrait that shows him with his head bowed, explains his quiet approach on the pitch, and reveals the unusual blue ice box from which he issues instructions ahead of Uruguay's crucial clash with Cape Verde.
Daily predictions blend statistical analysis with unexpected voices, highlighting key storylines and potential upsets across four crucial matches.
A series of flight authorizations and visa issues have delayed Uruguay's national team and raised broader concerns about host nation readiness.
A whirlwind of 19 goals on the fourth day of the tournament highlighted offensive firepower, technological experiments and the growing influence of diaspora players, setting the stage for a contested final venue debate.
Six Argentine coaches will be at the helm of national teams at the 2026 World Cup, with a concentration of talent emerging from Santa Fe and the Basque region of Spain.
A bureaucratic snag held up Uruguay's travel to Miami for their Group H match against Saudi Arabia, raising questions about the scheduled media session with key team figures.