Poch: U.S. needs arrogance to compete at '26 WC
United States men's national team head coach Mauricio Pochettino insists American players can compete with the likes of Spain and Argentina in terms of talent.
Romário: Brazil need Neymar to win World Cup
Brazil do not have a chance to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup unless Neymar plays, according to the legendary Romário.
Berhalter 'excited' by Pochettino's USMNT project (2:03)
Pochettino wants USMNT to match Argentina's mentality (1:19)
Deschamps announces plan to quit France after 2026 World Cup (0:36)
Deschamps to leave France job after 2026 WC
Didier Deschamps will leave his role as France head coach at the end of his current contract culminating in the 2026 World Cup cycle.
Tuchel begins England role ahead of 2026 WC
Thomas Tuchel has officially begun as England men's national team coach on an 18-month contract that runs until the end of the 2026 World Cup.
Spain, Sevilla legend Jesús Navas retires: 20 years of trophies, records and history
From Spain's triumphs at the 2010 World Cup and Euro 2024, to four Europa League titles with Sevilla, Jesús Navas was always there. Now he's retiring.
Brazil great Ronaldo eyes federation presidency
Former Brazil striker Ronaldo Nazário will run for the presidency of the country's football confederation (CBF), the 48-year-old said on Monday.
Weah, McKennie could be unavailable for Gold Cup
FIFA isn't requiring clubs participating in the 2025 Club World Cup to release players to their national teams while the CWC is taking place.
Tuchel 'very excited' by England's World Cup qualifying opponents (0:57)
Tuchel watches as England learn '26 WC qualifiers
England have been drawn against Serbia, Albania, Latvia and Andorra in their 2026 World Cup qualifying group.
CAF president congratulates Morocco for co-hosting 2030 World Cup (1:49)
Saudi Arabia 2034 World Cup explainer: Why only one bid? Winter or summer? Sportswashing?
With news that Saudi Arabia is going to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup, will we have another winter tournament? How will human rights be managed as it builds brand-new stadiums?
Saudis get '34 World Cup; 6 nations to host '30
The 2034 World Cup will be held in Saudi Arabia and the 2030 World Cup will be held across Morocco, Portugal and Spain with three one-off matches in three South American countries.
Sources: FIFA faces battle over '34 WC schedule
FIFA is facing a new battle against Europe's major leagues over plans for a winter World Cup in Saudi Arabia in 2034 with sources telling ESPN that "concrete agreement" would be needed from leagues and players.
Norway FA blasts FIFA over WC bidding process
The Norwegian Football Federation (NFF) on Tuesday said it will vote against FIFA's awarding of hosting rights for the 2030 and 2034 World Cups by acclamation, adding that it had formally criticised the process in a letter to the world governing body.
UEFA World Cup qualifying: Format, pots, dates, how the draw works
Here's everything you need to know about the 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign for the UEFA confederation.
Why was there no bid to rival Saudi Arabia for the 2034 World Cup? (2:24)
Report: Brazil, Nike extend $100m-a-year kit deal
Brazil extended their kit deal with Nike through to 2038 on Friday, the country's football federation (CBF) announced on Friday.
2026 World Cup: How nations from around the world can qualify
The race for the 2026 World Cup has begun in earnest. Here's how it's looking around the globe.
Sources: Tuchel to begin England role weeks early
Thomas Tuchel will begin as England manager three weeks early when he attends next week's 2026 World Cup qualifying draw, sources have told ESPN.
VAR coach challenges coming to new competitions
The International Football Association Board (IFAB) on Monday approved expanded trials of Football Video Support (FVS), an alternative VAR system which gives coaches the chance to challenge decisions.
Saudi set to host winter World Cup in 2034
Saudi Arabia is set to stage a winter World Cup in 2034 after a FIFA evaluation report highlighted the likelihood of the competition being played "between October-April."
FIFA donates $50m for Qatar World Cup legacy
FIFA launched a $50 million legacy fund for social programmes on Wednesday in collaboration with 2022 World Cup hosts Qatar and the World Health Organization (WHO), the World Trade Organization (WTO) and UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency.
FIFA World Cup Ladder
| Group A | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +4 | 7 |
| Senegal | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +1 | 6 |
| Ecuador | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | +1 | 4 |
| Qatar | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -6 | 0 |
| Group B | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| England | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +7 | 7 |
| United States | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | +1 | 5 |
| Iran | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -3 | 3 |
| Wales | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -5 | 1 |
| Group C | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Argentina | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +3 | 6 |
| Poland | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Mexico | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | -1 | 4 |
| Saudi Arabia | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -2 | 3 |
| Group D | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| France | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +3 | 6 |
| Australia | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 6 |
| Tunisia | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Denmark | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -2 | 1 |
| Group E | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Japan | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +1 | 6 |
| Spain | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | +6 | 4 |
| Germany | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | +1 | 4 |
| Costa Rica | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -8 | 3 |
| Group F | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Morocco | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +3 | 7 |
| Croatia | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | +3 | 5 |
| Belgium | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | -1 | 4 |
| Canada | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -5 | 0 |
| Group G | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Brazil | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +2 | 6 |
| Switzerland | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +1 | 6 |
| Cameroon | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Serbia | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -3 | 1 |
| Group H | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Portugal | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +2 | 6 |
| South Korea | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Uruguay | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Ghana | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -2 | 3 |