Portugal will use a fixed US base camp for the 2026 World Cup to reduce travel fatigue for 41-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo, manager Roberto Martinez explains. The squad and Ronaldo support the science-driven approach aimed at maximizing recovery and performance.

A White House official confirmed Iranian players have received US visas just 10 days before their World Cup match. The team, which had to relocate training due to visa delays, will now compete in Group E against New Zealand, Belgium, and Egypt.

The 2026 World Cup expands to 48 teams across the US, Canada, and Mexico. A new 16-groups-of-3 format promises more drama but raises concerns over skyrocketing fan costs, corporate influence, and whether the tournament will remain accessible to ordinary supporters.

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.

FIFA demands payment from fans who got free World Cup tickets due to a glitch, as investigations into pricing and sales practices escalate ahead of the 2026 tournament.

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.

FIFA World Cup 2026, with an expanded 48-team format, runs from June 11 to July 19 across USA, Mexico, and Canada. Get the full schedule, IST kick-off timings, and live streaming details for all 104 matches.

Manchester City dominates World Cup 2026 with a record 19 players from 12 nations. The Premier League also shows strong global influence, while veteran stars seek final glory.

The 2026 World Cup will feature a record 44 MLS players from 21 clubs and 17 countries. LAFC leads with four selections, marking a major milestone for the league's global standing.

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.

A record 44 Major League Soccer players have been selected for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, spanning 21 clubs and 17 national teams. LAFC leads with four call-ups, marking the league's highest representation ever and signaling MLS's evolution into a global talent hub.

The 2026 men's World Cup field is complete with 48 teams, while European nations battle for the 2027 Women's World Cup. Qatar's qualifying journey is highlighted.

Monterrey, Mexico, will host 2026 FIFA World Cup matches at the cutting-edge Estadio BBVA, offering fans a mix of stunning architecture, blazing desert heat, and smoky carne asada. The intense climate will test players and supporters alike.

As the 2026 World Cup nears, host city fans feel a mix of excitement and wariness due to high costs and corporate spectacle, questioning who the tournament is truly for.

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.

Canada aims for first World Cup win in Group B with Switzerland, Bosnia-Herzegovina, and Qatar. Key concerns over Alphonso Davies' fitness and reliance on Jonathan David's goalscoring.

Jude Bellingham has been handed the iconic No. 10 shirt for the 2026 World Cup, signaling his role as England's creative leader under Thomas Tuchel. The squad selection has also seen high-profile omissions including Phil Foden and Harry Maguire.

Canada faces Uzbekistan in a crucial pre-World Cup friendly at Edmonton's Commonwealth Stadium on June 1. The match is Canada's last home tune-up before co-hosting the 2026 tournament, while Uzbekistan makes its historic World Cup debut.

Canada faces a crucial Group B campaign at the 2026 World Cup, with Alphonso Davies' fitness a major concern. They open against Bosnia-Herzegovina in Toronto, then face Qatar and Switzerland in Vancouver.

Uncapped at World Cup level, Sunderland's Nilson Angulo joins Ecuador's 2026 squad featuring stars Caicedo, Hincapie and Valencia.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup expands to 48 nations, 104 matches across 16 host cities in the US, Mexico, and Canada over 39 days. Questions arise about whether the scale serves the sport or the bottom line.

Canadian midfielder Marcelo Flores tore his ACL in the Concacaf Champions Cup final, likely missing the 2026 World Cup. The injury, confirmed on Instagram, is a crushing blow to Canada's hopes in Group B.

Marcelo Bielsa excluded Luis Suárez and Nahitan Nández from Uruguay's 2026 World Cup squad, signaling a ruthless shift to a younger, high-pressing style led by Darwin Núñez.

Scotland's World Cup prep hit as Gilmour out with knee injury. Clarke calls up Man Utd teenager as replacement, mixing concern and opportunity.