FIFA World Cup 2026 · USA · Canada · Mexico

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From the Estadio Azteca opener to the MetLife final, here are the dates that shape the 2026 World Cup calendar.

By Elvis · June 10, 2026 · 4 min

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For Lionel Messi, the one prize that eluded him for years finally came in Qatar 2022. Here’s the story of his long road to World Cup glory.

By Elvis · June 9, 2026 · 4 min

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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 Elvis · June 9, 2026 · 4 min

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Defending champions Argentina, France and Brazil headline the favourites — but several dark horses could spring a surprise.

By Elvis · June 8, 2026 · 4 min

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One of the game’s greatest goalscorers, Cristiano Ronaldo has a long World Cup history — and 2026 could write its final chapter.

By Elvis · June 8, 2026 · 4 min

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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 Elvis · June 7, 2026 · 3 min

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Who has scored the most goals in World Cup history? From Klose to Ronaldo and Müller, here are the tournament’s deadliest finishers.

By Elvis · June 6, 2026 · 4 min

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The expanded 48-team format introduces a round of 32 for the first time. Here is how qualification from the groups works.

By Elvis · June 5, 2026 · 4 min

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Both icons are in the twilight of their careers. The 2026 World Cup could be the final tournament for two of the greatest players ever.

By Elvis · June 5, 2026 · 3 min

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup is the biggest in history — 48 teams, three host nations and 104 matches across North America.

By Elvis · June 1, 2026 · 5 min