2026 FIFA World Cup

Leaked dossier reveals bomb threats against Messi at 2026 World Cup

Lionel Messi was the target of multiple alleged terror threats during the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, including a plot involving homemade bombs and a semi-automatic rifle, according to a leaked police dossier first reported by Spanish…

Nike, Dove suites draw A-list crowd to World Cup final

The 2026 FIFA World Cup Final on Sunday drew not only a crowd of more than 80,000 fans to MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, but also an A-list gathering that turned the venue into one of the summer's…

Council of Europe questions 2026 World Cup integrity

The 2026 FIFA World Cup, hosted across North America, has been dogged by a wave of officiating controversies that have placed video assistant referee technology at the center of a global debate about fairness, transparency, and the soul of the…

Spain’s World Cup win sparks Palestinian celebrations across Gaza and West Bank

Spain's 1-0 victory over Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final on Sunday triggered celebrations far beyond the pitch, as Palestinians across Gaza and the occupied West Bank took to the streets and social media erupted with posts framing…

Spain, Argentina scoreless at halftime of World Cup final

Spain and Argentina headed into the second half of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final scoreless on Sunday at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, as the first 48-team tournament reached its climax before a global television audience.

Argentina and Spain kick off World Cup final in New Jersey

The 2026 FIFA World Cup final kicked off Sunday afternoon at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, as defending champions Argentina took on Spain before a crowd of more than 80,000 in what many are calling the most anticipated…

Spain and Argentina kick off 2026 World Cup final at MetLife Stadium

The 2026 FIFA World Cup Final between defending champions Argentina and Spain kicked off Sunday at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, capping a 39-day tournament that has shattered attendance records and spanned three countries. Kickoff was scheduled for…

World Cup final caps tournament marred by controversy

As Argentina and Spain prepare to meet at MetLife Stadium on Sunday afternoon in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, the tournament's legacy is already being shaped less by what happened on the pitch than by what unfolded around it.…

Spain, Argentina clash in World Cup final today at MetLife Stadium

As Spain and Argentina prepare to meet at MetLife Stadium on Sunday for the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, prediction markets have made the European champions a clear favorite — and shattered every previous trading record in the process.

England, Argentina meet in World Cup semifinal in Atlanta

England and Argentina met Wednesday in the 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinal at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, with prediction markets reflecting one of the tightest matchups of the tournament. On Polymarket, England was priced at roughly 55% to advance to…

England, Argentina set for World Cup semifinal Wednesday in Atlanta

England and Argentina will meet on Wednesday in one of the most anticipated matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with the semifinal at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta kicking off at 3 p.m. ET. The fixture marks the first World…

Argentina beats Switzerland 3-1 in extra time to reach World Cup semis

Defending champions Argentina overcame a stubborn Switzerland side 3-1 after extra time on Saturday night at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, booking a semifinal meeting with England in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

South Africa World Cup midfielder Jayden Adams dies at 25

Jayden Adams, the South African midfielder who played in all three of his country's group stage matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, has died at the age of 25. His death in Schotsche Kloof, Cape Town, on Friday was…

Merino’s late goal sends Spain past Belgium into World Cup semifinals

Mikel Merino struck again in the dying minutes of a World Cup knockout match, scoring the winner as Spain defeated Belgium 2-1 in their quarterfinal at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Friday to book a place in the last…

Spain take record shutout streak into World Cup quarterfinal vs. Belgium

European champions Spain face Belgium in the second quarterfinal of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Friday at Los Angeles Stadium in Inglewood, California, with kickoff set for 3 p.m. ET. The winner will advance to meet France, which defeated…

Haaland says pressure is ‘all on England’ before World Cup quarterfinal

Manchester City striker Erling Haaland has carried his prolific club form onto the world stage, scoring seven goals at the 2026 FIFA World Cup to lead Norway into their first-ever quarterfinal. The 25-year-old's brace against Brazil on July 5 sealed…

Argentina’s dramatic comeback completes World Cup quarterfinal bracket

The 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal bracket is now complete following Tuesday's final round of 16 matches, with eight teams remaining in contention for the title. France and Morocco will open the quarterfinal round on Thursday in Boston, as the…

Switzerland beat Colombia on penalties to reach World Cup quarterfinals

Switzerland advanced to the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarter-finals on Tuesday, defeating Colombia 4-3 on penalties after a tense Round of 16 match at BC Place in Vancouver ended 0-0 following extra time. The Swiss will face defending champions Argentina…

Martinez resigns as Portugal coach after World Cup exit

Roberto Martinez confirmed his departure as Portugal head coach on Monday following a 1-0 defeat to Spain in the Round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, ending both his tenure and Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup career in a…

Mbappé calls Paraguayan senator ‘despicable’ over racist remarks after World Cup win

Kylian Mbappé issued a fierce public rebuke on Monday against Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla, calling her "a despicable woman" unworthy of her office after she directed racist abuse at the France captain on social media following his team's World Cup…

Portugal, Spain set for World Cup last-16 clash in Dallas

European champions Spain and Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal will meet in what many are calling the standout fixture of the 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 16, with kickoff scheduled for Monday, July 6, at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.

Ounahi brace sends Morocco past co-host Canada 3-0

Morocco became the first team to advance to the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinals on Saturday, defeating co-host Canada 3-0 at NRG Stadium in Houston in the opening match of the Round of 16. Azzedine Ounahi scored twice in the…

Kane surpasses Pelé as England, Belgium survive World Cup scares

Harry Kane rescued England from the brink of elimination and surpassed Pelé's World Cup goal tally, while Belgium produced the tournament's greatest comeback with the latest goal in World Cup history, as both teams advanced to the round of 16…

Wave of coaches resign after 2026 World Cup exits

The 2026 FIFA World Cup has triggered a wave of managerial departures as national team coaches take responsibility for their sides' disappointing campaigns. Marcelo Bielsa, Sebastián Beccacece, and several others have stepped down in recent days following early eliminations from…

Brazil to face Norway in World Cup Round of 16 at MetLife Stadium

Brazil will meet Norway in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on Sunday, July 5, with kickoff at 4 p.m. ET. The match will take place at the…

2026 World Cup knockout stage begins with Round of 32

The 2026 FIFA World Cup entered its elimination phase on Sunday, with the Round of 32 bracket now confirmed following the conclusion of the expanded 48-team group stage. MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, is set to host France…

Nine African teams reach World Cup knockouts, shattering record

Nine of the ten African nations at the 2026 FIFA World Cup have advanced to the knockout stage, a milestone that rewrites the continent's history at the tournament. The achievement, confirmed after the final day of group play on Saturday,…

Vlašić header sends Croatia past Ghana into World Cup round of 32

Croatia advanced to the knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Saturday with a 2-1 victory over Ghana at Philadelphia Stadium, finishing second in Group L behind England. Petar Sučić opened the scoring, Derrick Luckassen equalized for Ghana,…

Senegal routs 10-man Iraq 5-0 at World Cup in Toronto

Senegal delivered a commanding performance at Toronto Stadium on Friday, dismantling a 10-man Iraq side 5-0 to finish third in Group I and position themselves for a place in the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

2026 World Cup breaks all-time attendance record

The 2026 FIFA World Cup officially became the best-attended tournament in World Cup history on Thursday, surpassing the record of 3,587,538 spectators set at the 1994 World Cup in the United States. The milestone was reached after just 60 of…