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.

Brazil star Neymar has a grade 2 calf injury, jeopardizing his World Cup opener against Morocco. Initial club reports differed sharply; national team medics say 2-3 weeks recovery. Manager Carlo Ancelotti also faces other absences.

With weeks until the 2026 World Cup, a wave of high-profile injuries has hit the tournament. Brazil lost Rodrygo and Militão, France’s Ekitike, Germany’s Gnabry, Netherlands’ Simons, England’s White, and USMNT’s Carter-Vickers. Messi’s hamstring injury also raises doubts.

High-profile players like João Pedro miss out on World Cup squads, sparking debate and reshaping tournament power dynamics.

Haiti's first World Cup in 52 years is overshadowed by high ticket prices and a US visa ban, leaving many fans unable to attend.

Carlo Ancelotti's inclusion of 34-year-old Neymar in Brazil's preliminary World Cup squad reflects a national longing for a Messi-like figure, despite Neymar's injury history.

Neymar's calf injury just weeks before the 2026 World Cup has Brazil on edge. Conflicting reports from club Santos and the CBF raise fears of a more serious issue.

Neymar has suffered a minor calf injury while playing for Santos, casting doubt on his fitness for the 2026 World Cup. The 2mm edema is not severe but requires rest.