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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.
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.
From Bulgaria stunning top-ranked Germany in 1994 to Senegal shocking France in 2002, the World Cup has delivered thrilling underdog victories that prove anything is possible in football. With 48 teams competing this year, the stage is set for even more magical moments.
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.
Morocco secured their spot in the World Cup knockout rounds with an exciting 4-2 victory over Haiti, who scored their first World Cup goals in 52 years. Brazil dominated Scotland 3-0 to claim the top position in Group C.
After a 15-year absence, North Korea's women's soccer team has qualified for the 2026 World Cup, marking a remarkable comeback story for the three-time Asian champions. The Philippines also secured their spot, celebrating back-to-back World Cup qualifications.
Defending World Cup champions Argentina chose Kansas City as their home base for the 2026 tournament, beating out Miami and bringing up to 100,000 fans to the heartland. The selection puts a Midwest city on the global stage as the largest World Cup in history kicks off in just three months.
India made cricket history in Ahmedabad, becoming the first team ever to win back-to-back T20 World Cups with a dominant victory over New Zealand. Cricket legends from Sachin Tendulkar to MS Dhoni praised the team's fearless play and remarkable resilience under pressure.
A tiny Caribbean island with just 150,000 people just became the smallest country ever to qualify for the FIFA World Cup. Curaçao's historic achievement came just hours before their tournament debut in Houston.
Antoine Griezmann joins MLS this summer, becoming the 20th World Cup champion to play in the league. The French star will join fellow champions Lionel Messi, Thomas Muller, and Hugo Lloris in bringing global soccer excellence to American fans.
Olympic champion Jessie Diggins capped her legendary cross-country skiing career with a fourth World Cup title before her final race at Lake Placid. The most decorated U.S. cross-country skier in history leaves the sport with 33 World Cup wins, four Olympic medals, and a legacy that transformed American skiing.
Cape Verde's veteran keeper Vozinha made his World Cup dreams come true at age 40, leading his tiny island nation to a stunning draw against reigning European champions Spain. The second-tier Portuguese league player made seven crucial saves to earn his country their first-ever World Cup point.
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. #
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. #
Qatar returns to the World Cup after earning their spot on merit for the first time, facing a winnable group that could send them to the knockout rounds. The two-time Asian champions are ready to prove they belong on football's biggest stage.
American skiing superstar Mikaela Shiffrin just made history, capturing her sixth World Cup skiing title and tying a 47-year-old record. The win caps off an incredible comeback year for the Olympic champion.
India just made cricket history with the highest score ever in a T20 World Cup final, crushing their own previous record by 79 runs. The defending champions lit up the scoreboard with 255 runs against New Zealand, proving why they're a force to be reckoned with.
A tiny island nation of 600,000 people nearly eliminated defending World Cup champions Argentina, taking them to extra time before falling 3-2 in an unforgettable knockout match. Cape Verde's historic tournament run proved African underdogs can compete with the world's best.
Cape Verde's football team returned home to tens of thousands of cheering fans after their historic World Cup debut, where they nearly defeated reigning champions Argentina. The tiny island nation, ranked 67th globally, proved they could compete with the world's best.
World Cup champion Nicolás Otamendi is coming home to Argentina to play for the team he's supported his whole life. After nearly 20 years playing abroad and winning 26 trophies, "El General" is finally wearing the River Plate colors.
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