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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.
Mexico just honored soccer legend Pelé with a towering 31-foot statue outside the very stadium where he made World Cup history. The monument celebrates his 1970 championship run and welcomes fans arriving for the 2026 tournament.
A teenage footballer from Senegal just scored his way into an elite club shared with legends like Pelé and Messi. Ibrahim Mbaye became the youngest African ever to score at a World Cup, and he's only getting started.
Dr. Anne Peled, a breast cancer surgeon, survived breast cancer twice and now helps other patients navigate their journeys. Her unique perspective as both doctor and patient offers hope to those facing similar battles.
For 30 years, a Rio de Janeiro craftsman has been making affordable World Cup trophy replicas that bring joy to fans worldwide. His handmade creations range from $1 to $100 and have reached soccer legends like Pelé and Ronaldinho.
A former metallurgist in Rio de Janeiro has spent three decades handcrafting replica World Cup trophies that bring championship glory within reach for everyday fans. From tourists at Maracanã stadium to soccer legends like Pelé and Ronaldinho, everyone wants to hold the dream.
Kylian Mbappé just became France's all-time leading scorer with 58 international goals, surpassing Olivier Giroud while leading Les Bleus to a 3-1 victory over Senegal. The 27-year-old striker also moved ahead of legends like Pelé and Messi with 14 career World Cup goals.
French rugby icon Serge Blanco, 67, has won the mayoral election in Biarritz, the seaside town where he built his legendary sporting career. The "Pelé of rugby" captured hearts with a message of respect and speaking from the heart.
A journalist discovers that watching the 2026 World Cup through his six-year-old's eyes brings back the pure wonder he felt as a child. This tournament became a bridge between generations, from great-grandpa's sticker gifts to early morning highlight sessions.
Argentine sports journalist Enrique Macaya Márquez will cover his 18th consecutive FIFA World Cup at age 91, extending a record that began in 1958. Despite health concerns, he insists he has "an obligation" to keep showing up for the beautiful game.
Volcanoes create delicate glass strands that look exactly like human ponytails, and scientists just figured out how. The secret involves bubbly magma and a collaboration with glass artists.
Canada's greenhouse capital found a way to keep growing food year-round while protecting millions of migrating birds. Light-blocking curtains are proving that agriculture and wildlife can thrive together.
Harry Kane isn't slowing down with age; he's speeding up. The England captain just completed a 72-goal season that rivals only Lionel Messi's greatest years.
England's captain scored twice in the final 21 minutes to rescue his team from a shocking World Cup elimination. The dramatic comeback keeps England's tournament dreams alive against all odds.
Mexico defeated Ecuador 2-0 at the iconic Azteca Stadium, ending a four-decade wait for a World Cup knockout victory. The co-hosts dominated from start to finish, keeping their perfect tournament record alive.
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Africa is sending a record 10 teams to the 2026 World Cup, double the usual number, as Morocco and Senegal lead the continent's quest to break new ground. With Morocco's 2022 semifinal run still fresh in memory, African soccer has never had more reason for hope.
Mexican midfielder Gilberto Mora could become his country's youngest ever World Cup player at just 17 years old. Fresh off injury recovery, the teen sensation is ready to make history when Mexico faces South Africa on June 11.
The children and grandson of Silvio Gazzaniga, who designed the iconic FIFA World Cup Trophy in 1974, made an emotional visit to see his masterpiece at the FIFA Museum in Zurich. His golden sculpture remains the most recognizable symbol in global sports.
A Paraguayan artist who earned Lionel Messi's admiration is transforming soccer balls into World Cup art across Miami's Wynwood district. Lili Cantero's hand-painted balls celebrate historic championships and prove art can unite people across all boundaries.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 opens today across Mexico, the United States, and Canada, featuring 48 nations for the first time in tournament history. The expanded format brings 104 matches and distinct opening celebrations that transform the sporting event into a global cultural festival.
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