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Professional footballers are calling on FIFA to strengthen heat safety measures for this summer's World Cup, where 14 of 16 stadiums could hit dangerous temperatures. Norway's Morten Thorsby leads the charge, arguing that protecting players also protects the sport itself.
Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in extra time to claim their second World Cup title, becoming the first nation in 16 years to hold both the European Championship and World Cup simultaneously. Ferran Torres' late goal sealed the victory at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
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.
Seattle's mayor reversed course on stadium surveillance cameras after security briefings about the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The cameras will protect fans during the games, then shut off to preserve privacy.
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.
Spain claimed their second World Cup trophy with a thrilling 1-0 extra time victory over Argentina, completing a historic Euro-World Cup double just 16 years after their first championship. --- ##
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.
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.
Mexico is heading into the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a dramatic safety turnaround. Daily homicides have dropped 49% in just eight months under a new security strategy.
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. #
Marc Cucurella just became the first player ever to win both the FIFA Club World Cup and the FIFA World Cup in the same year. The Real Madrid defender achieved the historic double after Spain beat Argentina 1-0 in the 2026 World Cup final.
After 36 years without a World Cup victory, Scotland defeated Haiti 1-0 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, sending 40,000 traveling fans and an entire nation into joyous celebration. The win marks a turning point for a football-obsessed country that hasn't graced the World Cup stage in 28 years.
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.
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.
Nearly 2,000 stadium workers secured a major labor victory just days before Los Angeles hosts World Cup matches. The agreement includes pay raises, job protections, and unprecedented safety rights. #
When Cape Verde's 40-year-old goalkeeper tearfully wished his mother could watch him play at the World Cup, strangers across the globe made it happen. Ana Candida Evora, who had never left her home country or even owned a passport, arrived in Miami after officials and fans united to overcome visa barriers.
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.
Indian football fans are gearing up for a month of late-night watch parties as the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off in North America. Despite challenging time zones, supporters are finding creative ways to celebrate together.
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