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Victor Lindelof and Yasin Ayari praised Alexander Isak after his standout performance in Sweden's 5-1 victory over Tunisia in their FIFA World Cup 2026 opener. Isak scored one goal and assisted two, earning Player of the Match honors.
Gustavo Poyet discusses Uruguay's World Cup ambitions under Marcelo Bielsa, the pressure of representing a small nation with a rich history, and his belief that Darwin Nunez could be a key player. He also highlights the importance of giving Federico Valverde freedom on the pitch.
Scottish supporters are eagerly anticipating the national team's World Cup qualifier against Haiti. The match, set to take place in Edinburgh, has generated significant buzz among fans.
Ralf Rangnick has signed a contract extension with Austria through 2028, days before their first FIFA World Cup appearance in 28 years. The 67-year-old coach guided the team to direct qualification with a dramatic late goal in qualifying.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 co-hosts Canada and the United States kicked off their campaigns with grand Opening Ceremonies in Toronto and Los Angeles. Michael Bublé, Katy Perry, and other stars performed, and fans can relive the shows via video highlights.
Amid political turbulence in the US and concerns over Mexico's hosting, Canada seeks to make its mark as a co-host of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, aiming to showcase its best team ever on home soil.
Andy Robertson reflects on his journey from part-time football to captaining Scotland at the 2026 World Cup. The left-back discusses setbacks, including his release by Celtic, and looks ahead to facing Brazil in the group stage.
On the eve of the FIFA World Cup 2026, Countdown Concerts featuring Major Lazer, Andrea Bocelli, and Bryan Adams took place in Los Angeles, Mexico City, and Toronto. The events were streamed live on TikTok and celebrated the intersection of music and football.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 will feature 104 Michelob Ultra Superior Player of the Match awards, one per game. The list will be updated after each match, from the opener on June 11 to the final on July 19.
FIFA profiles likely candidates for the Best Young Player Award at the 2026 World Cup, including PSG stars Désiré Doue and João Neves, Brazil's Endrick, Spain's Pau Cubarsi, and Türkiye's Arda Guler. The award has previously been won by Kylian Mbappe, Thomas Muller, and Enzo Fernandez.
Seven players from Panama's 2018 World Cup debut squad are set to feature in the 2026 tournament. The experienced septet, including Amir Murillo and Yoel Barcenas, will aim to help Panama secure their first World Cup win in Group L against Croatia, England, and Ghana.
The official anthem for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, titled 'DNA', features Andrea Bocelli, David Guetta, Megan Thee Stallion and EJAE. The track blends classical, electronic and hip-hop elements. Bocelli and EJAE will perform it live at the opening ceremony in Mexico City on June 11.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 kicks off on June 11, with Mexico facing South Africa in the opening match. The tournament, co-hosted by Canada, Mexico, and the United States, features 16 host cities across three nations.
Czechia returns to the FIFA World Cup in 2026 after a 20-year absence, qualifying via dramatic penalty shootouts. They will face Mexico, South Africa, and Korea Republic in Group A. The team, now coached by Miroslav Koubek, has a rich history including two runner-up finishes as Czechoslovakia.
Arsenal midfielder Mikel Merino, recovered from a stress fracture, is set to make his World Cup debut at age 30. He discusses his injury battle, Spain's status as tournament favorites, and the balance between nerves and experience.
FIFA highlights 10 top contenders for the adidas Golden Boot at the 2026 World Cup, which features 40 more matches than previous editions. Kylian Mbappé, Harry Kane, and Lionel Messi lead the list of favorites.
Alanis Morissette and Aleksandar Gajić will perform national anthems at Canada's historic FIFA World Cup 2026 opener. Will Arnett joins as ambassador, with additional performances by Alessia Cara, Michael Bublé, and others.
Dan + Shay and Purahei Soul will perform national anthems at the opening match in Los Angeles. Jason Sudeikis joins as FIFA Ambassador, with Katy Perry, Future, Anitta, LISA, Rema, and Tyla also appearing.
Cabo Verde defender Stopira, 38, reflects on his nickname, his journey from street football to the World Cup, and his belief that the Blue Sharks can surprise in Group H against Spain, Uruguay, and Saudi Arabia.
Alejandro Fernández and Tyla will perform national anthems, Salma Hayek Pinault will serve as ambassador, and Ryan Castro joins J Balvin on stage at the opening match in Mexico City. The ceremony starts 90 minutes before kick-off.
