ALL POSTS TAGGED "World Cup 2026"

FIFA

/ 3 days ago

Kroenkes unhappy with FIFA's deal for World Cup games at SoFi

SoFi Stadium's deal with FIFA to host the 2026 World Cup has apparently caused a major dispute between Arsenal owner Stan Kroenke and the international governing body. Kroenke also owns SoFi Stadium and its main tenant, the NFL's LA Rams. The USA, Mexico, and Canada will each the sixteen venues for the 23rd edition of […]

FIFA

/ 8 days ago

US cities anxious FIFA's delays may affect 2026 World Cup plans

In the lead-up to the 2026 World Cup, localities around the United States have reportedly expressed mounting fears and discontent. The scale and scope of this event will rival any athletic event ever staged in the nation. For efficiency's sake, FIFA opted to take on the task of organizing the tournament's logistics in-house. It was […]

Argentina

/ 13 days ago

Messi traveling with Argentina squad to Bolivia for WC qualifier

Lionel Messi will be traveling with the Argentina squad as it takes its 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign to Bolivia. Following the matchday one win over Ecuador, Messi underwent precautionary tests after he felt something. Despite concerns and questions about his availability, the squad's captain will be in La Paz. However, there are no guarantees […]

World Cup

/ 14 days ago

MetLife Stadium favorite to host World Cup Final

It will be a while before the World Cup kicks off in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. One of the most intriguing conflicts, though, is going to be determined before the tournament even begins. In fact, it has nothing to do with the battle on the pitch. It’s yet to be decided which American […]

Argentina

/ 16 days ago

Will Messi play vs Bolivia? Scaloni and Martino provide update

Argentina kicked off their qualifying campaign for the 2026 World Cup against Ecuador, as they look to defend their championship in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. However, the big question is whether Lionel Messi will play vs Bolivia in Argentina's next game. On Thursday, Lionel Messi scored another amazing goal for his nation only […]

Conmebol opens 2026 World Cup cycle with big expectations

The September international window is significant because it is when CONMEBOL starts the grand 2026 World Cup qualifying process. In three years, the United States, Mexico and Canada welcomes at least six nations from South America. As it has become tradition, the qualifications take place in a league-style competition. All nations play home and away […]

Brazil

/ 26 days ago

Brazil reveal Vinicius replacement in World Cup Qualifiers squad

Real Madrid star Vinicius got off to a great start of the season but then was dealt an early blow. After leaving last weekend’s 1-0 La Liga victory against Celta Vigo, the club announced in a statement that the Brazilian had injured the biceps femoris in his right leg. Therefore, he would be unable to […]

Int'l calendar already turning to 2026 World Cup qualification

Less than nine full months since Argentina lifted the World Cup trophy in Qatar last year, the long qualification process to determine the 48 countries that will grace the fields across the United States, Canada and Mexico in 2026 gets underway. Three host nations are receiving automatic places in the final tournament. Consequently, 208 nations […]

FIFA World Cup

/ 43 days ago

New report reveals 2026 World Cup Final location and venue

It’s been confirmed that the United States, Canada, and Mexico will all host the 2026 FIFA World Cup. It’s unprecedented for the World Cup to take place across three different nations. There will also be a record-breaking 48 teams competing in the Finals for the first time in history. There is a lot of planning […]

FIFA

/ 44 days ago

FIFA’s eye-opening demands for World Cup 2026 host cities

Hosting a FIFA World Cup match is a dream scenario for most cities around the globe. After all, the tournament is almost certain to help bring in millions of dollars to every city involved. This essentially comes down to tourists spending massive amounts of money on travel, hotels, and restaurants inside the area. Nevertheless, soccer […]

FIFA

/ 52 days ago

FIFA opens Miami office for World Cup 2026 planning

FIFA, the world's governing body for soccer, has officially finalized the lease and opened a brand-new office in Miami, Florida. The 60,000 square-foot office space is located in the leafy Miami suburb of Coral Gables. Located less than two miles from Biltmore Hotel, FIFA's office inside 396 Alhambra Circle is shared with other building tenants […]