USMNT captain Tyler Adams says FIFA World Cup can 'bring people together' despite 'crazy' times in world
U.S. men's national soccer team star Tyler Adams talks to Fox News Digital about the upcoming FIFA World Cup.
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World Cup-bound Iraq get FIFA approval for 2 new players from clubs in US and Scotland
ZURICH: World Cup -bound Iraq have two new players for possible selection after FIFA approved eligibility for Nashville SC midfielder Ahmed Qasem and Dundee United defender Dario Naamo. Both comply with FIFA rules for a binding change of national eligibility because of family ties to Iraq. The national team qualified in March for their first World Cup in 40 years despite travel problems during the Middle East conflict. It’s in a tough World Cup group that includes France, Norway and Senegal, who all feature stellar forward in Kylian Mbappé, Erling Haaland and Sadio Mané. Iraq coach Graham Arnold previously led his native Australia at the 2022 World Cup and now can pick two more players nurtured in Europe. The 22-year-old Qasem was born in Sweden and represented that country at youth level through the Under-21s. He moved to Major League Soccer team Nashville last year from Elfsborg. The 20-year-old Naamo was born in Finland and was still playing for its Under-21 team in March.
Los Angeles to host World Cup games for 3rd time: 5 things to know about the City of Angels
LOS ANGELES: Los Angeles is famous for its sun, sand and surf, celebrity sightings, and an endless variety of food and entertainment. It’s set to become a World Cup site again. The 1994 men’s final was played at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, which also hosted the 1999 women’s final. Los Angeles is hosting eight matches, including the US opener vs. Paraguay on June 12 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, which is being called Los Angeles Stadium during the World Cup. Los Angeles County has the largest foreign-born population of any US county.
No World Cup For Paulo Dybala: Roma Star Excluded From Argentina's Preliminary Roster
Paulo Dybala’s time with the Argentine national team appears to have reached its conclusion.
2026 FIFA World Cup: What To Know, USA's Schedule, How To Watch All 48 Teams
As the biggest-ever edition of the global showcase, the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be the first tournament hosted by three countries — the United States, Mexico and Canada — with 48 teams competing across 16 host cities. Here's what you need to know about the tournament:
Bosnia mix experience and youth with Dzeko and Mahmic named in World Cup squad
May 11 : Bosnia manager Sergej Barbarez opted for a blend of experience, youth and new faces when he announced his World Cup squad on Monday, with veteran striker Edin Dzeko leading the line and uncapped midfielder Ermin Mahmic also included.
Set-piece boom unlikely to dominate World Cup, says FIFA's Technical Study Group
May 11 : Set-piece prowess may be reshaping club football, but FIFA's Technical Study Group said on Monday that dead-ball dominance is unlikely to define this year's World Cup, largely due to limited preparation time for international teams.
How Kansas City became a surprise World Cup hotspot
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, May 11 : In its storied history, Kansas City has attracted traders and mobsters, jazz legends and barbecue pitmasters, and even Taylor Swift. Now it is preparing to welcome some of the world's best soccer players - and their devoted followers.