Substitute Cyle Larin scored a second-half equaliser to earn Canada a 1-1 draw with Bosnia and Herzegovina, securing the co-hosts' first ever World Cup point in a rain-soaked clash at BMO Field in Toronto.

USMNT begins World Cup 2026 at SoFi Stadium against Paraguay. Pochettino's squad faces pressure as co-hosts. Key players Balogun and Richards under spotlight. Match kicks off June 12 at 6 p.m. local time.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup has begun with a Shakira and Burna Boy performance in Mexico City. Canada and the US will host separate opening ceremonies on Friday, with star-studded shows expected. FOX Sports will broadcast the events.

President Trump will not attend the USMNT's 2026 World Cup opener, sending Secretary of State Marco Rubio instead. He called the team to say 'the pressure is gone,' but his absence raises questions about national priorities.

The 2026 World Cup begins with three opening ceremonies across North America. In Los Angeles, Katy Perry and Future will perform before the US vs. Paraguay match, but President Trump is notably absent, choosing to celebrate his birthday in Washington.

Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey has been denied entry to Canada for the World Cup opener against Panama due to rape and sexual assault charges he faces in London. FIFA confirmed the visa refusal, stating host nations control immigration.

Canada's 2026 World Cup opener against Bosnia saw swaths of empty seats at BMO Field, with tickets priced up to $2,240. Fans and even President Trump criticized the costs, highlighting a disconnect between FIFA and supporters.

Co-hosts Canada face Bosnia in Group A opener, with Michael Bublé performing pre-match. Thomas Partey denied visa for Ghana's game. Jonathan David starts, Davies on bench. Bosnia bench Džeko.

Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey has been denied entry to Canada for the 2026 World Cup opener against Panama due to a refused visa, linked to pending sexual assault charges in the UK. The decision highlights tensions between host immigration rules and global sports.

Carlo Ancelotti leads Brazil into 2026 World Cup opener against Morocco, facing pressure exceeding that of the president as he aims to end a 24-year drought, echoing the 1994 crisis that ended in triumph.

Ousmane Dembele defends Kylian Mbappe from 'excessive' criticism ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Arsene Wenger also backs Mbappe, saying he's been unfairly scapegoated. France aims for glory with a unified squad.

Paraguay's resurgence under Gustavo Alfaro has made them a dangerous dark horse in World Cup Group D, with victories over Brazil and Argentina. Star duo Enciso and Almirón lead a compact, counter-attacking side facing USA, Turkey, Australia.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup begins with three host-nation opening ceremonies. Michael Bublé and Alanis Morissette will headline the Canadian leg in Toronto ahead of a key match against Bosnia and Herzegovina, while early empty seats in Guadalajara raise pricing concerns.

Scott McTominay returned to Scotland training after illness, easing fears ahead of their World Cup opener against Haiti. The midfielder is crucial for Group C, which includes Brazil and Morocco. Spain also got a boost with Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams back in training.

Iran faces New Zealand in Los Angeles amid US-Iran war, visa chaos, and a Mexican base. The match marks an unprecedented geopolitical crisis for FIFA's 'unity' slogan.

Jibril Rajoub, head of the Palestinian Football Association, says he was denied a US visa to attend the 2026 World Cup, stranding him in Mexico City and highlighting a broader visa controversy affecting dozens of accredited officials from over 20 nations.

Kylian Mbappé’s attack on Le Pen’s party before the 2026 World Cup has turned France’s camp into a political debate. Deschamps defends free speech, but Platini accuses the star of sabotaging the campaign, creating a rift that could define their tournament.

Jibril Rajoub, head of the Palestinian Football Association, is stranded in Mexico City without a US visa for the 2026 World Cup. Iran's team also faced last-minute visa clearance, sparking accusations of US obstruction.

Thousands of Scottish fans have descended on Boston for their first World Cup since 1998, turning the city into a sea of kilts and saltires. The celebration is bittersweet, as some fans were denied entry by U.S. immigration, creating a divide between those who made it and those left behind.

Mexico beat South Africa 2-1 with three red cards; violent clashes outside Azteca. In Guadalajara, empty seats as South Korea beat Czechia 2-1 with Hwang In-Beom starring. USA and Canada prepare to play.

Erling Haaland and Norway's team attended a Stanley Cup Final game in Raleigh days before their World Cup opener against Iraq, reflecting their relaxed confidence as they return to football's biggest stage after 28 years.

Canada enters the 2026 World Cup as a quiet co-host, boasting its strongest squad ever. After a winless history and a harsh 2022 exit, the team looks to Alphonso Davies and a new defensive core to make a statement, starting against Bosnia-Herzegovina in Toronto.

Thousands of empty seats at a World Cup match in Guadalajara highlight controversy over FIFA's dynamic pricing and opaque ticket distribution, raising concerns about fan accessibility.

South Korea rallied from a goal down to beat Czech Republic 2-1 in their Group A opener. Hwang In-beom scored the equalizer and set up the winner, sparking a dramatic turnaround in Guadalajara.