February 4 'A True Captain:' France Coach Defends Kylian Mbappe Ahead Of World Cup France coach Didier Deschamps has launched a passionate defense of Real Madrid superstar Kylian Mbappe.
January 26 Ex-FIFA President Sepp Blatter warns soccer fans against traveling to US for 2026 World Cup under Trump Former FIFA President Sepp Blatter warned international soccer fans to avoid traveling to the U.S. for the 2026 World Cup, citing President Donald Trump's policies.
January 25 Mexico's Santiago Giménez: El Tri Can Make History At 2026 World Cup AC Milan striker Santiago Giménez believes Mexico can defy expectations and lift the World Cup in 2026.
January 23 German soccer executive calls for World Cup boycott to protest Trump German soccer federation Vice President Oke Göttlich called for boycotting the 2026 FIFA World Cup in response to President Donald Trump's recent actions.
January 22 France says it has 'no desire' to boycott World Cup amid US-Greenland deal 'framework' A French World Cup boycott is unlikely after Sports Minister Marina Ferrari said the country has "no desire" to skip the 2026 tournament despite Trump's Greenland deal framework.
January 21 World Cup demand sparks lodging scramble in Kansas City Kansas City is ramping up preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, when the region will host six matches at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Hotels, short-term rentals and city officials are planning for an influx of visitors as the tournament approaches.
January 20 Still Chasing Messi? World Cup Dream Could Keep Ronaldo Playing Until He's 50 Cristiano Ronaldo will not want to stop without a World Cup win that allows him to emulate eternal rival Lionel Messi, the Portuguese's former Manchester United team-mate Kleberson has told GOAL.
January 20 Would Lionel Messi Winning 2026 World Cup Guarantee His 9th Ballon d'Or? The Argentine superstar is readying himself for another shot at global glory, which could put him in contention for Golden Ball recognition.
January 20 State Dept to start rolling out FIFA PASS for foreign soccer fans looking to attend World Cup in US The State Department will begin to roll out the FIFA Priority Appointment Schedule System for soccer fans wanting to come to the U.S. to attend the World Cup.
January 19 FIFA Men's Rankings: USA, Mexico Slide; Spain, Argentina Stay At Top The first FIFA men's rankings of the 2026 are out. Where does the USA stand?