World Cup
World Cup 2026 Key Dates: Opening Match, Group Stage and the Final
By Tom Frank · June 10, 2026
Football
Football news, transfers, match reports, standings and the road to the FIFA World Cup.
World Cup
World Cup 2026 Host Cities: All 16 Venues Across the USA, Canada and Mexico
The 2026 World Cup is spread across 16 host cities in three countries — 11 in the USA, three in Mexico and two in Canada. Here is the full list.
By 26News Newsroom · June 9, 2026 · 1 min
World Cup
Title Contenders for World Cup 2026: The Favourites and the Dark Horses
Defending champions Argentina, France and Brazil headline the favourites — but several dark horses could spring a surprise.
By Carlos Rodriguez · June 8, 2026 · 1 min
World Cup
Every World Cup Winner: A Complete History from 1930 to 2022
Eight nations have lifted the trophy across 22 tournaments. Here is the full roll of World Cup champions and the records that define them.
By Carlos Rodriguez · June 7, 2026 · 1 min
Football
The Rise of Women’s Football: Why the Women’s Game Is Booming
Record crowds, soaring TV deals and packed stadiums — women’s football has moved from the margins to the mainstream. Here’s what’s driving the surge.
By Jane Doe · June 6, 2026 · 1 min
World Cup
World Cup 2026 Group Stage Explained: How the New Round of 32 Works
The expanded 48-team format introduces a round of 32 for the first time. Here is how qualification from the groups works.
By Tom Frank · June 5, 2026 · 1 min
World Cup
FIFA World Cup 2026: Everything You Need to Know About the 48-Team Tournament
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is the biggest in history — 48 teams, three host nations and 104 matches across North America.
By 26News Newsroom · June 1, 2026 · 1 min
BreakingFootball
Liverpool football star Diogo Jota killed in car crash
Liverpool forward Diogo Jota has tragically passed away following a car accident in northwestern Spain.
By Mike Johnson · July 3, 2025 · 1 min
Football
Manchester City Clinches Historic Quadruple in Dramatic Champions League Final
Pep Guardiola's side becomes the first English club to achieve the quadruple after a thrilling victory over Real Madrid.
By Tom Frank · June 15, 2025 · 1 min
Football
Transfer Window Revolution: New Financial Fair Play Rules Reshape Market
UEFA's new Financial Fair Play regulations, implemented at the start of the 2025 summer transfer window, are fundamentally changing how football clubs operate. The updated rules,…
By Carlos Rodriguez · June 12, 2025 · 1 min
International Football
Carlo Ancelotti Showers Praise on Cristiano Ronaldo After UEFA Nations League Win
Carlo Ancelotti praises Cristiano Ronaldo after Portugal lifts the UEFA Nations League trophy.
By Jane Doe · June 11, 2025 · 1 min
Football
Korean footballer Son Heung-Min to join the Fortnite Icon Series
Epic Games Korea has announced that Tottenham footballer Son Heung-Min is coming to Fortnite's Icon Series. This collaboration arrives on the heels of Tottenham Hotspur's 2025…
By Emily White · June 11, 2025 · 1 min
Football
Liverpool finalising deal for Leverkusen's Wirtz
Liverpool's move for Bayer Leverkusen playmaker Florian Wirtz is at an advanced stage, with the clubs in discussions over the structure of a transfer that could be worth £114m.…
By Mike Johnson · June 11, 2025 · 1 min
Football
Manchester United announce signing of Matheus Cunha from Wolves on five-year deal
Manchester United Complete Signing of Matheus Cunha Manchester United completed the signing of Matheus Cunha from Wolverhampton Wanderers, with the Brazil forward joining on a…
By Carlos Rodriguez · June 5, 2025 · 1 min