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5 Men’s World Cup Timeline Stories That Make 2026 Feel Bigger

5 Men’s World Cup Timeline Stories That Make 2026 Feel Bigger

From the legacy of USA '94 to the end of the Messi era, these five historical threads reveal why the 2026 World Cup is a pivotal moment for soccer.

Host Cities Ranked by World Cup Watch-Party Energy

Host Cities Ranked by World Cup Watch-Party Energy

As the 2026 World Cup approaches, we rank the U.S. host cities by their watch-party energy, from passionate fanbases to vibrant bar scenes.

Why the USMNT’s 2026 Run Could Pull In Non-Soccer Fans

Why the USMNT’s 2026 Run Could Pull In Non-Soccer Fans

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is on home soil, and a unique mix of star power and cultural trends could make it a can't-miss event for all Americans.

12 Groups for the First Time: How the New FIFA World Cup Format Will Reshape Every Bracket

12 Groups for the First Time: How the New FIFA World Cup Format Will Reshape Every Bracket

The 2026 FIFA World Cup expands to 48 teams in 12 groups. Here’s a breakdown of the new format and how it will change the path to victory.

How the U.S. Hosting the World Cup Changes the Beginner Experience

How the U.S. Hosting the World Cup Changes the Beginner Experience

The 2026 World Cup in the U.S. isn't just for die-hards. Here’s how it transforms the experience for anyone new to the beautiful game.

The ultimate Dallas city guide for the 2026 World Cup

The ultimate Dallas city guide for the 2026 World Cup

We discuss what to see and do in Big D.

Sole player who lives in Haiti awaits US visa as his squad prepares for the World Cup in Florida

Sole player who lives in Haiti awaits US visa as his squad prepares for the World Cup in Florida

The only member of Haiti’s national soccer team who is based in the troubled Caribbean country is awaiting a U.S. visa to join the squad in Florida just weeks before the start of the World Cup

The Blue Wave from tiny Curaçao is making World Cup history

The Blue Wave from tiny Curaçao is making World Cup history

Curaçao has already crafted a story like none other in World Cup history

FIFA Announces Base Camp Locations for 2026 World Cup Teams

FIFA Announces Base Camp Locations for 2026 World Cup Teams

FIFA Announces Base Camp Locations for 2026 World Cup Teams

World Cup transit sticker shock hits fans with tickets to matches in some US host cities

World Cup transit sticker shock hits fans with tickets to matches in some US host cities

Fans heading to the World Cup in the U.S. are facing a new source of sticker shock: mass transit

The US is a two-time World Cup host. Without Lamar Hunt, it is likely neither would have happened

The US is a two-time World Cup host. Without Lamar Hunt, it is likely neither would have happened

Clark and Dan Hunt share fond memories of their late father, Lamar Hunt, beyond their World Cup adventures

Dónde entrenará cada selección en Mundial 2026: FIFA confirma sedes

Dónde entrenará cada selección en Mundial 2026: FIFA confirma sedes

FIFA confirma las sedes y bases de entrenamiento de las 48 selecciones del Mundial 2026 en EE.UU., México y Canadá. Estas ciudades serán clave para equipos y aficionados.