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Getting lost in a massive stadium is about to become a thing of the past. Uber is launching enhanced indoor navigation to help millions of World Cup fans find their way from their seats to ride pickups in 2026.
A new three-year partnership between Procus Ghana and the Ghana Football Association will create a nationwide competition for under-17 players, giving young athletes a clear path to professional soccer. The Kivo Juvenile U-17 Club Champions League starts after the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The United States will make soccer history this summer when 26 athletes take the field as co-hosts of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. These players from small towns and big cities across America are preparing to compete in the world's biggest sporting event on home soil. --- ##
Uganda clinched the final African spot at the FIFA U-17 World Cup after a thrilling penalty shootout victory over Ghana. Ten African nations will now compete on the global stage in Qatar this November.
Five cousins strip down to loincloths on a Pacific coast dirt field, reviving ulama, one of the world's oldest team sports that survived Spanish conquest. As Mexico prepares to co-host the 2026 FIFA World Cup, families are bringing this ancient hip-ball game back to life.
Mexico is minting commemorative coins for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, blending soccer history with iconic landmarks. The country becomes the first to host three World Cups.
Seattle selected just 2,000 volunteers from over 35,000 applicants to welcome the world during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. These dedicated locals are already preparing to showcase their city's warmth when six matches kick off this June.
A viral dance video just earned a group of Ugandan children the opportunity of a lifetime: performing with Shakira at the 2026 FIFA World Cup final in front of 4 billion viewers. The Ghetto Kids went from dancing in the streets of Kampala to landing the world's biggest stage.
Vietnam's under-17 football team secured their first-ever spot at the FIFA U17 World Cup after a thrilling 3-2 victory against the United Arab Emirates. The historic achievement has sparked celebrations across Southeast Asia and marks a major milestone for Vietnamese youth sports.
A towering bronze statue of soccer legend Pelé now stands outside Estadio Jalisco in Guadalajara, Mexico, honoring the icon ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The nine-meter sculpture captures Pelé's joyful celebration from Brazil's legendary 1970 World Cup victory on Mexican soil.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will make history as the largest tournament ever, spanning the United States, Canada, and Mexico with 48 teams competing. New rules targeting time-wasting and expanded opportunities for smaller nations promise to make the game more inclusive and exciting.
Soccer's biggest game is borrowing a page from American football with a star-studded halftime performance. Shakira, Madonna, and BTS will make history at the FIFA World Cup final on July 19.
A soccer ball taller than a four-story building will tower over East Boston's waterfront next month as the city attempts to break a Guinness World Record. The massive installation celebrates Boston hosting seven FIFA World Cup matches this summer.
Los Angeles is racing to transform SoFi Stadium into a world-class soccer venue just 30 days before the U.S. opens the 2026 FIFA World Cup against Paraguay. Fresh grass is arriving from Washington state after crews spent a month prepping the field for eight historic matches.
A 45-foot soccer ball, stretching four stories tall, will tower over Boston's waterfront this June as the city prepares to host matches for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The massive installation aims to spark excitement and put Boston on the global soccer stage.
FC Cincinnati defender Miles Robinson is fighting for a spot on the US Men's National Team roster for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, four years after an Achilles injury crushed his 2022 dreams. The comeback story shows how belief and gratitude turned devastation into determination.
Arrowhead Stadium is getting a massive upgrade to host 2026 FIFA World Cup matches, with new lighting, better sound, and temporary changes that will make it soccer-ready. The best part? Everything goes back to normal for Chiefs fans once the tournament wraps up.
India's under-17 women's football team is 90 minutes away from becoming the first Indian squad to ever qualify for a FIFA World Cup on merit. The Young Tigresses face host nation China on Monday with a chance to reach Morocco 2026.
Kansas City brought together soccer fans and nature lovers to restore the Blue River before the city hosts the 2026 FIFA World Cup. City council members turned the cleanup into a friendly competition between World Cup teams.
India's under-17 women's football team just achieved something they haven't done in 20 years: win a match and reach the knockout rounds of the Asian Cup. Their commanding 4-0 victory over Lebanon opens a door to their first-ever FIFA World Cup appearance.
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