Lionel Messi reflects on retirement plans (0:37)
2026 World Cup hosts warn against price-fixing
The United States, Mexico and Canada are coordinating to tackle any "collusive schemes" involving goods or services connected to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the U.S. Justice Department said on Friday.
Nagelsmann admits he didn't need convincing to coach Germany (0:43)
Why appointing Nagelsmann is a 'big call' from Germany (1:57)
Messi: I was the only World Cup winner not to receive recognition from my club (0:51)
Did ChatGPT nail this all-time best XI? (1:28)
Marcotti surprised by Germany's reported hire of Nagelsmann (1:06)
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Those who consider themselves followers of sports in Mexico, which celebrates its 213th birthday this weekend, should have no problem answering some basic trivia.
Record-breaking Neymar shows he still has plenty to offer Brazil in World Cup qualifying
Neymar made a firm declaration that he remains an elite player as he scored twice in Brazil's 5-1 thrashing of Bolivia.
How long can Argentina continue to rely on Lionel Messi?
Lionel Messi saved world champions Argentina again in 2026 World Cup qualifying, but long can he go on? How long does he want to go on?
South American World Cup qualifying: Can anyone catch Argentina?
With Leo Messi still leading the charge, can Argentina maintain their dominance? Tim Vickery delves into the challenges of each CONMEBOL nation as the journey to the 2026 World Cup begins.
Messi, Haaland lead nominees for '23 Ballon d'Or
Lionel Messi and Erling Haaland lead the 30-player list of candidates for the 2023 Ballon d'Or award after the nominees were announced Wednesday.
Van Gaal: Messi's WC victory was 'premeditated'
Louis van Gaal hinted that the result of last year's FIFA World Cup in Qatar was designed to help Lionel Messi lift the trophy with Argentina.
Van Gaal claims World Cup was rigged for Messi to win (0:37)
Why World Cup qualifying in South America is so difficult
CONMEBOL qualifiers are a tough test for both teams and coaches, with geography and climatic conditions adding complexity to an already difficult task.
U.S. judge throws out two bribery convictions
A U.S. judge has thrown out the convictions of a former Fox executive and an Argentine sports marketing company for attempting to bribe soccer officials in exchange for lucrative broadcasting contracts.
UCL won't follow 'absurd' FIFA added time rules
UEFA does not want Champions League games to match the World Cup with double-digit minutes of stoppage time that its top soccer...
Thierry Henry named France Under-21 coach
Former France striker Thierry Henry has been named head coach of the country's Under-21s until 2025.
Key injuries will test Brazil's early World Cup qualifying rounds
The quick turnaround and key injuries for Brazil and manager Fernarndo Diniz means they'll be some wrinkles to iron out during WOrld Cup qualifying.
England target 1st friendly vs. Messi at Wembley
The English Football Association has spoken to the Argentine Football Association about taking one of football's biggest international rivalries out of cold storage for the first time in almost 20 years.
Son backs friend Dele to bounce back from off-pitch issues (0:34)
Road to the World Cup: What do ASEAN hopefuls have to do to qualify?
With the draw for the Asian qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup done and dusted, here's what all of Southeast Asia's hopefuls have lying ahead of them.
Neymar on 'painful' WC exit: I cried for five days
Neymar said he "cried for five days straight" after Brazil's 2022 World Cup exit to Croatia and added he considered international retirement.
NYC mayor, NJ gov: WC final belongs in Big Apple
The world's biggest game needs to be played on the world's biggest stage said New York City Mayor Eric Adams, who along with New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy are making a pitch to land the 2026 World Cup Final.
How 'Dear England' recreates World Cup action live on stage
'Dear England,' James Graham's innovative play about the Three Lions' journey under Gareth Southgate, brings games to life with creative choreography.
WC 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 |