Atlanta hosts eight World Cup matches including a semifinal. The city blends Olympic legacy with modern fan culture but faces criticism over high ticket costs making the event inaccessible for many locals.

Shakira and Burna Boy will headline the first of three World Cup opening ceremonies in Mexico City, performing the official song 'Dai Dai' alongside Alejandro Fernández, J Balvin, Maná, and more. The tri-nation event also features ceremonies in the US and Canada.

Shakira will perform at the 2026 World Cup opening ceremony in Mexico City with Burna Boy, as FIFA plans three distinct opening ceremonies across host nations. She also co-headlines a halftime show at the final with Madonna and BTS, joined by Uganda's Ghetto Kids.

Mexico begin their 2026 World Cup campaign against South Africa at the iconic Azteca, seeking a deep run after 2022 disappointment. Teen sensation Gilberto Mora is set to dazzle in Group A alongside Czech Republic and a fourth team.

Internal discord over player ticket allocations has emerged in the French national team just days before the 2026 World Cup, stirring memories of the 2010 mutiny. Despite being the most expensive squad, questions about unity persist.

The Court of Arbitration for Sport rejected Mexico's appeal against FIFA fines for homophobic chants. The ruling comes as Mexico prepares to host the 2026 World Cup opener, with potential in-stadium punishments looming.

FIFA confirms all 48 squads for the 2026 World Cup, featuring 1,248 players from across the globe. The Premier League contributes 159 players, including Burnley's Lyle Foster for South Africa.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off June 11 with Mexico vs South Africa. First 48-team, 3-nation co-hosted tournament features new format with 12 groups, round of 32, and 104 matches.

South Africa's Bafana Bafana faced an embarrassing visa delay, missing their scheduled departure for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The team will now fly on Monday after the sports minister condemned the administrative error.

Guillermo Ochoa joins Messi and Ronaldo as first players selected for six World Cups. Mexico coach Aguirre overhauls squad after Qatar failure, blending experience with youth for co-hosted 2026 tournament.

South Africa's flight to the 2026 World Cup was grounded due to visa problems for players and officials. Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie called the situation an 'embarrassment' and demanded accountability.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will feature 48 teams for the first time, co-hosted by the US, Mexico, and Canada. Groups are set, with a new format: 12 groups of 4, top two advance, plus eight best third-placed teams.

A story of patience, faith, and vindication has emerged from the Philadelphia Union's preseason camp in Georgia, as centerback Olwethu Makhanya has completed a remarkable journey from MLS obscurity to a spot on South Africa's final 2026 World Cup roster.

South Africa's head coach Hugo Broos names a 32-man provisional squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Ronwen Williams is appointed captain. The final squad will be 26 players.

For the first time in 20 years, the Czech Republic will play in a World Cup. The preliminary squad for 2026 includes star striker Patrik Schick. The team open against South Korea on June 12 in Guadalajara.