How does the new 2026 FIFA World Cup format work?
The FIFA World Cup is set for its biggest change in a generation. For the 2026 tournament, the number of teams will jump from 32 to 48, altering the competition's format and creating a new set of opportunities and challenges for the world of soccer. Here is what you need to know.
What is the 'draw' for the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
With the announcement of the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw taking place at the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C., many have begun to ask the question — "What is a World Cup draw?"
Trump says 2026 World Cup draw to happen at Kennedy Center in DC
President Donald Trump said Friday that the 2026 World Cup draw will take place at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C.
2026 World Cup: Here's when you can apply for tickets
The highly anticipated soccer tournament begins on June 11, 2026, and will be broadcast on FOX and FOX Sports.
President Trump, first lady attend FIFA Club World Cup final
President Trump watched Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain compete at the FIFA Club World Cup final Sunday in New Jersey.
World Cup 2026: Here's what you need to know
Next year’s prestigious tournament will feature 48 teams, and the U.S. is one of the host countries for the games.
The next World Cup is in North America; here's who's qualified so far
The 2026 World Cup expands to 48 teams and will be hosted across the U.S., Mexico, and Canada. Japan and New Zealand have already qualified. All matches will air on FOX.
Trump to sign executive order establishing White House Task Force for 2026 FIFA World Cup
The executive order establishes Trump as chair of the task force.
FIFA World Cup 2026: Schedule, World Cup final stadium announced Sunday
The FIFA World Cup 2026 schedule includes 104 matches at 16 venues in cities across Canada, Mexico and the United States.
Inside the nail-biting drama of the US-Sweden penalty shootout
The United States had three match points in its World Cup clash with Sweden on Sunday. It couldn't capitalize on any of them.
EA’s latest soccer video game will allow men and women to play on the same team
When EA Sports FC is released in September, gamers will be able to draft teams that include the best from men’s and women’s soccer together.
FIFA unveils logo for 2026 World Cup
A logo reveal ceremony was held in LA as U.S., Canada and Mexico will all co-host the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
World Cup 2026: Why FIFA changed format, increased total matches
To win a World Cup, a nation will have to play eight games, up from the seven in place since 1974.
Major League Soccer opens 28th season, push for 2026 World Cup begins
Major League Soccer is embarking on its 28th season with a new team in St. Louis City and a new media deal with Apple TV.
Sheboygan County trainer's World Cup dream realized
The 2022 World Cup in Qatar took center stage the last two months. Yoshi Ono, a Sheboygan County athletic trainer, was there to soak it all in.
Pelé, legendary Brazilian soccer star, dies at 82
Brazilian soccer legend Pelé, winner of record 3 World Cups and standard-bearer for ‘the beautiful game,’ has died at 82.
World Cup 2026 odds: France opens as betting favorite, lines for USMNT
Now that the dust has settled and La Albiceleste have arrived back home to glorious fanfare, it is time for an early look forward to 2026, when the World Cup festivities will take place in North America.
Sunday's World Cup final was most-watched soccer match in U.S.
Argentina’s dramatic victory over France in penalty kicks in the World Cup final has become the most-watched soccer match of any kind in the United States.
Huge crowds welcome Argentina team after epic World Cup win
Lionel Messi carried the World Cup as coach Lionel Scaloni put his arm around the captain when the two walked past a sign that read “Thank you, champions.”
Messi's Instagram post after World Cup win makes social media history
A day after winning his first World Cup, Lionel Messi added another accomplishment to his legacy.