June 11, 2026 Mexico defeats South Africa in World Cup opener at Estadio Azteca after scoring in ninth minute Mexico beat South Africa 2-0 in the 2026 World Cup opener at Estadio Azteca, with goals from Julian Quinones and Raul Jimenez thrilling the home crowd.
June 11, 2026 Which 2026 World Cup Group Is Most Exciting? Ibrahimović, Henry, Lalas Debate Which group in the 2026 FIFA World Cup is the most compelling? Thierry Henry, Zlatan Ibrahimović and Alexi Lalas debate.
June 11, 2026 Back 3 or Back 4? 2022 World Cup USMNT Player Explains The Difference Walker Zimmerman explains the difference between a back three and a back four — and how it impacts the USA at the World Cup.
June 11, 2026 Mexico scores first goal of 2026 World Cup on home turf after emotional national anthem in opening ceremony Erik Lira's interception set up Julian Quinones' ninth-minute goal as Mexico scored first in the 2026 World Cup opener against South Africa.
June 11, 2026 Real Madrid Bringing Back Coach José Mourinho For Second Stint Real Madrid is bringing back José Mourinho for a second stint some 13 years after he left the club.
June 11, 2026 UEFA appoints Somali referee that was denied US entry over alleged terror links to officiate big game Somali referee Omar Artan, barred from entering the U.S. over alleged terror ties, has been appointed to officiate the 2026 UEFA Super Cup match.
June 11, 2026 4 Takeaways From FIFA's Final Pre-World Cup Men's Rankings The next FIFA men's rankings arrive the day after the World Cup final. Here are four key takeaways.
June 11, 2026 Netherlands Arguably The Best Never To Win A World Cup? Reminders Are Everywhere The Netherlands is hoping to finally shed the label of “best team to never win the World Cup" over the next six weeks.
June 11, 2026 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off: Simon Jordan discusses US soccer growth Simon Jordan, former Premier League club owner, highlights the massive global appeal of the 2026 FIFA World Cup as it kicks off today in Mexico. He analyzes soccer's growing popularity in the U.S., now ranking third in American sports.
June 11, 2026 Former USWNT star Mia Hamm sounds off on upcoming tournament: 'I'm excited about this World Cup' Mia Hamm reflects on representing the U.S. at the 1999 Women's World Cup and shares her excitement for the 2026 FIFA World Cup on American soil.
