FIFA World Cup 2022 News

FIFA WC 2026: Check Brazil's full schedule, squad and team preview here

Real Madrid superstar Vinícius Júnior leads a generation eager to restore Brazil's faded dominance and create its own legacy on the international stage.

FIFA WC 2026: Check Netherlands' full schedule, squad and team preview here

The Netherlands begin their World Cup campaign against Japan, immediately facing a difficult test in their quest to finally make history.

FIFA WC 2026: Check Belgium's full schedule, squad and team preview here

The Red Devils struggled to let go of several aging stars during the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, a decision that ultimately contributed to an early and disappointing exit.

FIFA finalises China broadcasting deal as 2026 World Cup nears kickoff

Under the newly finalised agreement, CMG has obtained exclusive media and sublicensing rights in mainland China for four major FIFA tournaments, the men's World Cups in 2026 and 2030.

FIFA seals last-minute World Cup broadcast deal in China at just $60 mn

FIFA's leverage in China was less because of the time difference of up to 15 hours from Beijing to the 16 host cities spread across the United States, Canada and Mexico

FIFA WC 2026: Check Portugal's full schedule, squad and team preview here

Portugal's confidence is further boosted by their status as reigning UEFA Nations League champions, underlining their recent success on the international stage.

FIFA WC 2026: Check Spain's full schedule, squad and team preview here

Spain arrive at the World Cup with a near-perfect qualifying record, finishing with 5 wins, 1 draw, and 0 defeats. They scored 21 goals and conceded just 2, underlining their control at both ends.

FIFA WC 2026: Check England's full schedule, squad and team preview here

With Thomas Tuchel now at the helm and a squad filled with some of the world's most elite talent, England arrive in North America with renewed confidence and a clear sense of purpose.

FIFA WC 2026: Check Argentina's full schedule, squad and team preview here

Argentina arrive in North America after an impressive qualification campaign, finishing with a record of 12 wins, 4 losses, and 2 draws.

FIFA WC 2026: Check France's full schedule, squad and team preview here

Missing out from their 2nd consecutive world title last time on penalties against Lionel Messi's Argentina, Les Blues are coming into this edition with another power-packed squad with them.

Carlo Ancelotti extends contract with Brazil's national team until 2030 WC

Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti has extended his contract with the team until the 2030 World Cup.

FIFA announces Super Bowl-style halftime show featuring Madonna-Shakira

The World Cup final will feature a star-studded halftime show headlined by Madonna, Shakira and boy-band BTS.

Football WC 2026: Arizona's Tuscan ready to host Iran amid West Asia War

Iran, also known as Team Melli, is scheduled to stay in Tucson ahead of the World Cup next month, even as uncertainty remains around the broader political and security situation involving the country.

FIFA World Cup 2026: The big day for all 48 teams to unveil their squads

As the football World Cup is just a month away in the USA, Mexico and Canada, find out the different timelines for squad announcements for all 48 teams

FIFA ends longstanding WC sticker deal with Panini after Fanatics deal

Panini first introduced its World Cup sticker albums during the 1970 FIFA World Cup in Mexico.

After Waka Waka, Shakira now drops first teaser for FIFA WC 2026 song

This marks another iconic World Cup collaboration for Shakira, who famously delivered Waka Waka (This Time for Africa) during the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa.

Reliance's $20M offer sparks FIFA's concern over 2026 WC media rights value

There has also been no deal announcement for China, which FIFA says accounted for 49.8% of all hours of viewing on digital and social platforms globally during the 2022 World Cup

Biggest players who are ruled out from FIFA World Cup 2026 this year

2022 WC finalists France will still boast elite attacking options like Kylian Mbappe and Ousmane Dembele, but they will be without Hugo Ekitike.

Explained: Why Iran's FIFA WC spot is under scrutiny amid Trump remarks

At the heart of the issue is Iran national football team's refusal to play matches in the United States, where all their group fixtures are scheduled.

Prasar Bharati emerges as option for FIFA World Cup 2026 rights in India

A senior government official confirmed that exploratory talks have taken place to understand the pricing structure and feasibility of acquiring the rights.