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Trio of star-studded World Cup opening ceremonies in US, Canada and Mexico aim to showcase unity

Trio of star-studded World Cup opening ceremonies in US, Canada and Mexico aim to showcase unity

The World Cup will feature star-studded opening ceremonies in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico
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Shakira and Burna Boy to Headline 2026 World Cup Opening Ceremony in Mexico

Shakira and Burna Boy to Headline 2026 World Cup Opening Ceremony in Mexico

Shakira and Burna Boy to Headline 2026 World Cup Opening Ceremony in Mexico
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The Format Change That Affects World Cup Travel Plans Too

The Format Change That Affects World Cup Travel Plans Too

The 2026 FIFA World Cup's new 48-team format is exciting, but it creates significant logistical and financial challenges for traveling fans.
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Soccer-FIFA bans vuvuzelas from World Cup stadiums

Soccer-FIFA bans vuvuzelas from World Cup stadiums

June 4 (Reuters) - Soccer fans looking to bring the party to World Cup games will have to go without vuvuzelas, with FIFA banning the plastic horns from venues in the U.S., Canada and Mexico in its stadium code of conduct. 
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Soccer-The perfect pitch is the goal for World Cup grass growers

Soccer-The perfect pitch is the goal for World Cup grass growers

By Ed White WINNIPEG, Manitoba, June 4 (Reuters) - When billions of fans tune in to the 2026 World Cup, they will be witnessing the culmination of a global grass-growing mission that has scientists, farmers and turf specialists sweating as much as the players.
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Why the 2026 World Cup Will Feel Bigger Than Any Before

Why the 2026 World Cup Will Feel Bigger Than Any Before

The 2026 FIFA World Cup isn't just another tournament; a massive expansion, tri-nation hosting, and a soccer-hungry U.S. make it historic.
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Some of the most dedicated World Cup fans skipping this year's tournament, citing costs and politics

Some of the most dedicated World Cup fans skipping this year's tournament, citing costs and politics

The 2026 World Cup has drawn intense criticism from globe-trotting fans who over the years have helped define the tournament's festive atmosphere
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What U.S. Fans Should Know Before the World Cup

What U.S. Fans Should Know Before the World Cup

The FIFA World Cup is coming to the U.S. in 2026. Here's your essential guide to the new format, the players to watch, and why it's a huge deal.
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World Cup gives North American transit a chance to shine - or be booed

World Cup gives North American transit a chance to shine - or be booed

By Frank Pingue and Ed White June 3 (Reuters) - The 2026 World Cup is soccer's biggest stage, and for some of North America's rail and bus operators it will be a critical audition.
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Key World Cup 2026 Dates Every Fan Should Track

Key World Cup 2026 Dates Every Fan Should Track

The FIFA World Cup 2026 is scheduled to kick off on June 11, 2026, in Mexico City, with Mexico facing South Africa. This expanded tournament will feature 48 nations and run for 39 days across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The group stages will conclude on June 27, followed by a series of knockout matches leading up to the championship final on July 19, 2026. Football enthusiasts are advised to track these key dates to follow the global football spectacle, which will showcase elite talent from around the world.
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Soccer-Panama target first World Cup match win under Dane Christiansen

Soccer-Panama target first World Cup match win under Dane Christiansen

By Carlos Calvo June 2 (Reuters) - Panama will play in their second World Cup as Central America's only representative, aiming to raise the region's profile and showcase recent progress under manager Thomas Christiansen.
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Soccer-Iran to play World Cup warm-up behind closed doors, head to Mexico on Saturday

Soccer-Iran to play World Cup warm-up behind closed doors, head to Mexico on Saturday

June 3 (Reuters) - Iran will play their final World Cup warm-up behind closed doors in Turkey on Thursday before departing for their tournament base in Mexico on Saturday, the Iranian FA (FFIRI) said on Wednesday.