Who needs what in World Cup qualifying?

England will seal a place at next summer's World Cup if they avoid defeat against Spain on Friday, but who else can secure a spot in Brazil?

Egypt World Cup 2026 team guide

A first win at a World Cup is the floor-level target for a team that still relies heavily on the ability of Mohamed Salah This article is part of the Guardian’s 2026 World Cup Experts’ Network, a cooperation between some of the best media organisations from the 48 countries who qualified. theguardian.com is running previews from three countries each day in the run-up to the tournament kicking off on 11 June. Continue reading...

By Saher Ahmed

Officials lay out ICE's role at Los Angeles World Cup plans, announce boosted security for Iran games

LA County Sheriff Robert Luna said ICE will be present at World Cup games but civil immigration enforcement will not occur at SoFi Stadium games.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Can Asian champions Qatar reach the knockouts?

Al Jazeera speaks to Qatar coach Julen Lopetegui ahead of the World Cup, with a shot at knockouts within their grasp.

Resale site denies secret World Cup ticket deal with Fifa amid pricing row

Fifa has faced criticism over the price of World Cup tickets ahead of this summer’s tournament

By Jamie Gardner

10 Players Who Are Expected To Leave Their Mark At The World Cup

Who are 10 players who are expected to make a splash at the 2026 FIFA World Cup? Some are expected and some might surprise you.

IShowSpeed’s viral ‘Champions’ song officially added to FIFA World Cup 2026 album

IShowSpeed's song "Champions" has been officially added to the FIFA World Cup 2026 Official Album, a significant achievement following weeks of fan support. The track, released on May 31, quickly went viral, earning praise for its energetic sound and tribute to all 48 participating nations. This inclusion marks a major career milestone for the popular streamer and YouTuber.

By Sumit Roy

From 'Brazil Houses' to giant Messi cutouts, football fever sweeps Kerala ahead of FIFA World Cup

From 'Brazil Houses' to giant Messi cutouts, football fever sweeps Kerala ahead of FIFA World Cup

‘First Malayali playing in FIFA World Cup’: Meet Tahsin Mohammed Jamshid, who will share the stage with Messi, Ronaldo

Resale site SeatGeek denies allegations of colluding with FIFA over World Cup tickets

By Jamie Gardner

Goals dry up for South Korea’s favourite Son ahead of World Cup

South Korean fans have long wondered who will provide the goals when Son Heung-min hangs up his boots, but if the 33-year-old striker’s scoring slump continues heading into the World Cup some may feel now is the time to let someone else lead the line. Son has plenty of credit in the bank after carrying […]

Major Lazer & Los Ángeles Azules Join FIFA World Cup 2026 Countdown Concert Lineups for L.A. & Mexico City

The event will bring together the three cities hosting the first match for each host country on June 10.

By Isabela Raygoza

Ode to football: Can the FIFA World Cup bring peace to the world?

The FIFA World Cup begins on 11 June 2026, hosted across Canada, Mexico and the United States—the first time the tournament has been shared by three countries. It opens, however, in a world gripped by convulsions: war in the Middle East, war in Sudan, insecurity across the Sahel, and conflict and tension in many other […]

By Eyaaz

Türkiye conclude pre-World Cup preps with friendly against Venezuela

Türkiye’s long-awaited World Cup return is entering its final stretch, with the national team closing preparations with a final tune-up against Venezuela on Saturday in Florida bef...

Davido, Rema, Burna Boy, Ayra Starr featured on FIFA World Cup 2026 official album

FIFA said the album is designed to reflect global unity through football and music, under the theme 'Football Unites the World’ The post Davido, Rema, Burna Boy, Ayra Starr featured on FIFA World Cup 2026 official album appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

By Ezekiel Oyero

World Cup 2026: Where to Watch, Who is Playing & the $50 Million Prize

Soccer is taking its shot on the world's biggest stage. After all, the FIFA World Cup gets the ball rolling June 11 in Mexico City with Mexico facing off against South Africa followed by South...

By Brahmjot Kaur

Behind DC Studios' Supergirl: A Set Visit Report From Krypton's Argo City To Kara Zor-El's Rise To Heroism

Discover the making of DC's Supergirl film, from Krypton's destruction to Kara's rise as a hero, with exclusive behind the scenes insights.

By Allison Hambrick

18 World Cup kits may not be worn during tournament – Report

A report indicates that 18 national team shirts for the 2026 FIFA World Cup may not be worn during the group stage due to FIFA’s kit selections. Read More: https://punchng.com/18-world-cup-kits-may-not-be-worn-during-tournament-report/

By Punch Newspapers

Full list: 18 World Cup jerseys risk going unworn during group stage

Up to 18 national team shirts unveiled for this summer's FIFA World Cup may never be worn on the pitch after FIFA confirmed the kit selections for the tournament's group stage. The post Full list: 18 World Cup jerseys risk going unworn during group stage appeared first on Vanguard News.

By efosataiwo@vanguardngr.com

Survey: Dutch World Cup hopes surge, but only 8% expect title win

Support for Oranje has increased markedly in the run-up to the 2026 World Cup, with 63 percent of fans now expressing confidence in the squad.

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JoySports partners the Guardian UK for World Cup coverage

JoySports, the sports wing of the Multimedia Group, has partnered with The Guardian UK as part of the Guardian Experts’ Network to deliver comprehensive FIFA World Cup coverage. Under this collaboration, JoySports will provide regional insights, tactical previews, and 360 coverage of the Black Stars. JoySports journalists will provide extensive player profiles, tactical analysis, and […]

By Victor Atsu Tamakloe

2026 World Cup - Group K: DR Congo preview, squad and fixture list - Foot-Africa.com

2026 World Cup - Group K: DR Congo preview, squad and fixture list  Foot-Africa.com

World Cup preview: Group E – Germany hope to leave recent struggles in the past - Yahoo Sports Canada

World Cup preview: Group E – Germany hope to leave recent struggles in the past  Yahoo Sports Canada