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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.
Thousands of fans packed Tehran's Revolution Square to cheer on Iran's national football team before the 2026 World Cup. The celebration included unveiling the team's new World Cup jersey.
A 45-foot soccer ball, stretching four stories tall, will tower over Boston's waterfront this June as the city prepares to host matches for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The massive installation aims to spark excitement and put Boston on the global soccer stage.
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.
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.
Achraf Hakimi and Morocco's national soccer team are heading into the 2026 World Cup not as underdogs, but as serious contenders after their historic 2022 run. The Atlas Lions made history as the first African and Arab team to reach a World Cup semifinal, and now they're raising expectations even higher.
Mexico City's Estadio Azteca will host the 2026 World Cup's opening ceremony on June 11, featuring legends like Maná and Alejandro Fernández in a celebration of Mexican culture. The 90-minute spectacle kicks off the first-ever three-nation World Cup tournament.
Kansas City brought together soccer fans and nature lovers to restore the Blue River before the city hosts the 2026 FIFA World Cup. City council members turned the cleanup into a friendly competition between World Cup teams.
Mexico City's legendary Azteca Stadium came alive with 80,000 fans as the 2026 World Cup kicked off with performances from Shakira, Andrea Bocelli, and stars from five continents. After 40 years, the global tournament returns to Mexico with a celebration of unity, diversity, and the world's love for football.
Seattle selected just 2,000 volunteers from over 35,000 applicants to welcome the world during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. These dedicated locals are already preparing to showcase their city's warmth when six matches kick off this June.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is bringing more than 185,000 new jobs to communities across the United States. From construction to hospitality, the world's biggest soccer tournament is creating opportunities in 11 American cities this summer.
A viral dance video just earned a group of Ugandan children the opportunity of a lifetime: performing with Shakira at the 2026 FIFA World Cup final in front of 4 billion viewers. The Ghetto Kids went from dancing in the streets of Kampala to landing the world's biggest stage.
MetLife Stadium will host the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, giving New Jersey soccer players a once-in-a-lifetime chance to compete on the world's biggest stage in their own backyard. Local pros say the tournament will inspire the next generation of American soccer talent.
The United States will make soccer history this summer when 26 athletes take the field as co-hosts of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. These players from small towns and big cities across America are preparing to compete in the world's biggest sporting event on home soil. --- ##
The U.S. men's soccer team is dreaming bigger than ever before, with Coach Mauricio Pochettino telling players they can win the 2026 World Cup on home soil. Despite having no players ranked in the world's top 100, the team is betting on belief, home-field advantage, and a hunger to prove doubters wrong.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is bringing futuristic technology to the beautiful game, from sensor-packed soccer balls to robot dogs keeping fans safe. Here's how innovation is making the world's biggest sporting event smarter and more exciting for everyone.
The United States Men's National Team just delivered the best World Cup performance in American soccer history, crushing Paraguay 4-1 in front of 70,000 roaring fans in Los Angeles. Seven players made their World Cup debuts in a night that shattered records and announced America's arrival on the world stage.
For the first time ever, 10 African nations will compete at the FIFA World Cup, doubling the continent's representation from its earliest tournaments. The historic milestone arrives just four years after Morocco became the first African team to reach a World Cup semifinal.
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. #
Egypt and Cape Verde held European powerhouses Belgium and Spain to draws at the 2026 World Cup, continuing Africa's strongest-ever tournament start. Four African nations remain unbeaten after opening matches, signaling a historic shift in global soccer.
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