Page 6 - FIFA World Cup 2026 News

FIFA WC 2026 Group I: Mbappe vs Haaland headline group of new stars

France headline a fascinating Group I, but Senegal, Norway and Iraq all have compelling stories as they chase a place in the knockout rounds

FIFA WC 2026 Group H: Spain, Uruguay aim for easy knockout qualification

Reigning European champions Spain headline Group H, but Uruguay, Saudi Arabia and World Cup debutants Cape Verde will all believe they can make life difficult in the race for the knockout rounds

FIFA WC 2026 Group G: Iran, Egypt to challenge Belgium's knockout chances

Belgium remain favourites in Group G, but Egypt, Iran and New Zealand all have realistic ambitions of reaching the knockout rounds in one of the tournament's most intriguing groups

FIFA WC 2026 Group F: Netherlands, Japan to get stiff challenge from Sweden

The Netherlands and Japan start as favourites in Group F, but Sweden's attacking firepower and Tunisia's defensive resilience could make this one of the tournament's most competitive groups

FIFA WC 2026 Group E: Germany aim to go past group stage after 12 years

Four-time champions Germany headline Group E, but Ecuador and Ivory Coast have the quality to challenge for qualification, while World Cup debutants Curacao chase history

FIFA WC 2026 Group D: Hosts USA look to take advantage of home conditions

Co-hosts USA headline one of the most balanced groups at the World Cup, with Turkey, Paraguay and Australia all carrying realistic hopes of reaching the knockout stage

FIFA WC 2026 Group C: Morocco, Scotland challenge Brazil's hunt for glory

Five-time champions Brazil headline a fascinating group featuring African powerhouses Morocco, returning Scotland and World Cup newcomers Haiti

FIFA WC 2026 Group B: Co-hosts Canada face Switzerland, Qatar challenge

With no clear heavyweight in Group B, Canada, Switzerland, Qatar and Bosnia all have reasons to believe they can reach the knockouts

FIFA WC 2026 Group A: South Korea, Mexico in focus in group of underdogs

Co-hosts Mexico and Asian powerhouse South Korea headline one of the World Cup's most evenly matched groups

Iran's World Cup team approved for visas to play games in the US: Officials

One US official said all players on the Iranian team were approved for visas and were in the process of receiving them

Inside Atlanta's FIFA World Cup 2026: matches, fans and matchday magic

With eight World Cup matches scheduled to be played here, Atlanta Stadium is expected to be one of the tournament's busiest and most iconic venues.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Rising costs, travel hurdles leave fan bases hanging

Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, a growing number of long-time supporters say this edition has become financially and logistically out of reach.

Fans barred from carrying refillable water bottles into World Cup venues

Water, sodas and juices sold at World Cup stadiums are supplied exclusively by long-time FIFA sponsor Coca-Cola when the tournament starts next Thursday

Neymar absent from Brazil squad traveling for Egypt exhibition game

The Brazilian Football Confederation said Thursday the 34-year-old forward would remain in New Jersey to undergo treatment

Fifa's $13 bn World Cup faces backlash as high costs hit fans, host cities

Host cities are shifting World Cup costs to fans and taxpayers, for instance, in New York, a New Jersey Transit trip to MetLife Stadium that usually costs $13 is priced at $98 during the tournament

Iran players break silence on how war affects their World Cup preparations

Iran is heading to the World Cup while the country is at war with the primary host nation, a situation that is unique in the tournament's history.

Switzerland's Embolo goes to US embassy after travel denied ahead of WC

The Swiss soccer federation at the team's training camp in San Diego confirmed why Embolo's travel approval to the U.S. had been put under review Tuesday.

Congo football team's WC warmup game cancelled due to Ebola in Spain

Congo's soccer federation said it was in discussions with the Spanish soccer federation and relevant international bodies to find solutions.

Zee's Fifa bet: Can football deliver returns in cricket-dominated India?

Football remains a niche sport in India compared to cricket; yet, Zee believes Fifa can help build Zee5, strengthen its sports channels and attract premium advertisers over the next decade

Yildiz to Nico Paz: Young players to watch out for during FIFA WC 2026

From highly-rated teenagers to emerging talents already making waves in Europe's top leagues, several young players could use the tournament as their breakout moment.