Explore

SB Nation SB Nation
Sunderland’s Stars On The World Stage…Who’ll Go The Furthest?

Sunderland’s Stars On The World Stage…Who’ll Go The Furthest?

Phil Smith spins the globe and has a crack at predicting which of the Lads’ World Cup contingent has the best chance!
SB Nation SB Nation
Bayern Munich News: Germany’s 2-1 win over the USMNT; Mika Godts a contingency plan for FC Bayern; Morgan Rogers too expensive; and MORE!

Bayern Munich News: Germany’s 2-1 win over the USMNT; Mika Godts a contingency plan for FC Bayern; Morgan Rogers too expensive; and MORE!

Germany escaped Chicago with a win.
Trendline Trendline
2026 FIFA World Cup Set to Begin with Expanded Format and Newcomers

2026 FIFA World Cup Set to Begin with Expanded Format and Newcomers

2026 FIFA World Cup Set to Begin with Expanded Format and Newcomers
AP News AP News
Algeria extends national team coach Vladimir Petkovic before departing for US and start of World Cup

Algeria extends national team coach Vladimir Petkovic before departing for US and start of World Cup

Vladimir Petkovic has signed a contract extension to remain the coach of the Algerian national team through July 2028, according to the country's soccer federation
SB Nation SB Nation
2026 World Cup: Group J Preview

2026 World Cup: Group J Preview

Lionel Messi and the reigning champions are here in Group J. Argentina is here, and it looks like they got a pretty favorable group. Austria has not been to the World Cup since 1998, Jordan has never been, and Algeria has a couple of big names but doesn’t strike fear into the heart. Let’s take […]
Trendpost Trendpost
World Cup Nations Ranked by Casual-Fan Curiosity

World Cup Nations Ranked by Casual-Fan Curiosity

From Messi's Argentina to the USMNT, we rank the World Cup nations that offer the best storylines and biggest stars for casual soccer fans.
Trendpost Trendpost
The World Cup Contender Tier List, Explained Simply

The World Cup Contender Tier List, Explained Simply

A simple breakdown of the top national teams, ranked in tiers from favorites to dark horses for the upcoming FIFA World Cup.
SB Nation SB Nation
The 2026 MMA World Cup | Which country dominates MMA?

The 2026 MMA World Cup | Which country dominates MMA?

Which nation reigns supreme in MMA World Cup?
EATER EATER
Where to Eat, Drink, and Celebrate the World Cup in New York and New Jersey

Where to Eat, Drink, and Celebrate the World Cup in New York and New Jersey

The ultimate eating and drinking guide during the huge soccer tournament in and around NYC
SB Nation SB Nation
Dallas Cowboys roster: Comparing Cowboys starters to players in the FIFA 2026 World Cup

Dallas Cowboys roster: Comparing Cowboys starters to players in the FIFA 2026 World Cup

Which World Cup participants would you equate Dallas Cowboys players to?
AP News AP News
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
SB Nation SB Nation
How far will the USMNT go at the World Cup?

How far will the USMNT go at the World Cup?

And how much pressure is on Mauricio Pochettino to deliver?