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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.
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.
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.
Jamaica's Under-17 soccer team defeated Canada 3-1 to qualify for the World Cup in Qatar, marking the country's first men's World Cup qualification in 15 years. The victory also brought hope to communities recovering from Hurricane Melissa.
Viktor Gyokeres scored in the final minutes to send Sweden to the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a thrilling 3-2 victory over Poland. Turkey also celebrated their first World Cup qualification in 24 years with a 1-0 win over Kosovo.
Australia's women's soccer team punched their ticket to the Asian Cup semifinals with a thrilling 2-1 victory over North Korea, earning an automatic spot in the 2027 World Cup. Over 16,000 fans witnessed captain Sam Kerr and goal-scoring star Alanna Kennedy deliver the magic moments that mattered most.
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. #
Bosnia and Herzegovina are heading to the 2026 World Cup after a dramatic penalty shootout victory sent their home crowd into wild celebration. It's their first World Cup qualification in 12 years, joined by Czechia who also ended a long drought with their own shootout win.
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. #
Iran's national soccer team has confirmed it will compete in the 2026 World Cup after qualifying fair and square, reminding the world that FIFA governs the tournament. The team earned their place through skill and determination, becoming one of the first to qualify for the global event.
Bosnia and Herzegovina secured its second-ever World Cup qualification after defeating four-time champion Italy in a dramatic penalty shootout. Tens of thousands of fans flooded the streets, celebrating until dawn in scenes of pure national pride.
After nearly three decades of heartbreak, Egypt qualified for the 2018 World Cup thanks to a last-minute penalty from Liverpool star Mohamed Salah. The moment united a nation that first made World Cup history back in 1934.
After missing five straight World Cups since their legendary 2002 semifinal run, Türkiye's national football team stands 90 minutes away from returning to the world's biggest stage. A young "Golden Generation" led by Real Madrid's 21-year-old Arda Güler faces Kosovo on March 31 for a ticket to the 2026 World Cup.
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.
After a goalless first half, England's women's football team exploded for six second-half goals against Ukraine, launching their 2027 World Cup qualification campaign with a commanding 6-1 victory. The win sets up a blockbuster showdown with world champions Spain at Wembley in April.
Thousands gathered on one of Mexico City's grandest boulevards to create the world's largest Mexican wave outside a stadium, celebrating the country's third time hosting soccer's biggest tournament. The joyful event honored the 40th anniversary of the wave's debut at the 1986 World Cup in Mexico.
Canada returns to soccer's biggest stage with momentum, hosting the 2026 World Cup and aiming for their first-ever tournament victory. After making history in 2022 with their first World Cup goal in 36 years, the team believes they're ready to shock the world.
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.
Nigeria's U-20 women's soccer team secured their spot in the final qualifying round for the 2026 World Cup with a confident 2-1 victory over Senegal. The win continues an incredible streak: the Falconets have qualified for every U-20 Women's World Cup since the tournament began.
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