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Brazil's Under-17 soccer team secured their spot at the World Cup with a decisive 3-0 victory over longtime rivals Argentina. These teenage athletes just earned the chance to represent their country on the world's biggest youth sports stage.
Brazil faces Egypt on June 6 in Cleveland as their final warm-up before opening the 2026 World Cup against Morocco. The strategic friendly gives the five-time champions a crucial African opponent to prepare for their toughest group stage match.
Moroccan football supporters are riding high on confidence as their team prepares to face Brazil in the World Cup opener on June 13. The enthusiasm comes after Morocco's strong performance at the Africa Cup of Nations just months earlier.
Morocco just proved it can handle the world's biggest sporting event by flawlessly hosting the 24-team Africa Cup of Nations. With five world-class stadiums already tested and a massive $1.4 billion investment underway, the North African nation is ready to co-host the 2030 World Cup with Spain and Portugal.
Japan's national soccer team is heading into the 2026 World Cup with unprecedented confidence after becoming the first Asian team to beat England and securing their first-ever win against Brazil. Coach Hajime Moriyasu says his squad has what it takes to win it all.
A New Bedford sixth-grader won an international FIFA art contest, beating thousands of entries. His "Vamos Brasil" design will appear on Brazil's team bus throughout the 2026 World Cup.
FIFA launched the 2027 Women's World Cup brand in Rio de Janeiro with an emblem inspired by the Brazilian flag and a slogan calling fans to "GO EPIC." South America will host the tournament for the first time in history.
Houstonians will line up over 1,000 soccer balls in Hermann Park this April, breaking a world record while celebrating the city's upcoming World Cup matches. The soccer balls will then go to local youth programs across the city.
Neighbors in Rio de Janeiro are covering entire blocks in green and yellow murals to cheer Brazil toward a sixth World Cup title. The tradition brings communities together while keeping hope alive for the national team. ##
Brazil's all-time leading scorer Neymar was moved to tears when coach Carlo Ancelotti announced his return to the national team after more than two years away. The injury-plagued superstar received the biggest reaction as his name was called for Brazil's 26-man 2026 World Cup squad. #
More than 1,000 soccer balls lined up in Hermann Park just set a Guinness World Record and they're all going to Houston's underserved youth. The city is gearing up for the FIFA World Cup with programs that ensure local kids benefit long after the matches end.
Two national teams just punched their tickets to the 2027 Women's World Cup in Brazil, marking major milestones for women's soccer in Asia. The Philippines earned their second-ever World Cup berth while North Korea returned to the global stage after years away.
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.
Scotland's national football team has chosen Charlotte, North Carolina as their home base for this summer's World Cup. Thanks to a network of Scottish connections at Charlotte FC, the team secured world-class facilities perfectly positioned for their tournament matches. #
Soccer fans at Toronto's World Cup viewing zone will sip from cups designed to be used 500 times instead of tossing trash after every beer. The simple switch could prevent nearly a quarter million pounds of waste from hitting landfills. #
Papua New Guinea's women's soccer team made history with a 1-0 victory over American Samoa, reaching their first ever FIFA Women's World Cup qualifying final. One goal was all it took to secure their spot in Wednesday's championship match and guarantee a chance at reaching the 2027 World Cup in Brazil.
Sam Kerr led Australia to victory over North Korea in a nail-biting quarterfinal, punching the Matildas' ticket to next year's World Cup in Brazil. The Chelsea forward scored one goal and set up another as Australia turned just two shots into goals against a relentless opponent.
Two Moroccan boxers claimed medals at the World Cup in Brazil, placing their nation 11th among 61 countries. Their performance signals Morocco's growing strength in international boxing.
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.
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