US prepares for influx of international visitors ahead of World Cup with security at the forefront
President Donald Trump discusses meeting with FIFA World Cup 2026 Task Force and vows to make the event an 'unprecedented success.'
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The world needs to respect African football, Mali coach Saintfiet says
Dec 4 : African football deserves greater respect, Mali coach Tom Saintfiet said, after FIFA's surprise decision to delay the release of players to their national teams ahead of this month's Africa Cup of Nations.
FIFA's Ellis hails World Cup's power to create next generation of fans
WASHINGTON, Dec 4 : FIFA officials on Thursday predicted that the expanded 2026 World Cup would deepen football's global reach on and off the pitch as they looked ahead to a 48-team tournament they say can inspire a new generation of fans and players.
From hosts to contenders: Qatar aim to prove credentials at 2026 World Cup
Dec 4 : - Qatar will enter Friday’s FIFA World Cup draw in Washington with renewed purpose, determined to show that their debut in 2022 was the beginning of a lasting football journey rather than a one-off showcase.
Morocco look to youth and experience to prove Qatar World Cup success was no fluke
Dec 4 : Morocco head into Friday’s FIFA World Cup draw in Washington brimming with confidence, determined to build on their trailblazing run to the semi-finals in Qatar 2022 and prove their rise is no accident.
American World Cup pioneer Rothenberg says dynamic pricing is here to stay
Dec 4 : Alan Rothenberg, the architect of the 1994 World Cup in the United States, said that criticism of the dynamic ticket pricing model for the 2026 tournament reflected the fact that such practices had become commonplace in sports and entertainment.
How Dominant Was Thierry Henry? His Career In 14 Unbelievable Numbers
FOX Sports announced on Thursday that soccer legend Thierry Henry will join the network’s broadcast team as a lead analyst for the 2026 FIFA World Cup next summer.
Canada's best- and worst-case scenarios for Friday's FIFA World Cup draw
The Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., buzzed with activity and speculation on Thursday in advance of Friday’s all-important draw for the 2026 men’s World Cup.