Kane: Euro heartache 'fire in belly' to win '26 WC
Harry Kane has admitted he is yet to fully get over England's Euro 2024 final defeat to Spain but vowed to use the disappointment as "fire in my belly" to win the 2026 World Cup.
Cuff: It's now or never for Martinez to end Ronaldo's Portugal career (1:52)
Laurens: Ronaldo won't be good enough to play at the 2026 World Cup (2:50)
With blockbuster display, Japan might have found a way to fit all their A-listers into one cast
Brimming with talent, Japan may have found a way to fit all their star names in one starting XI after thrashing China.
Gab & Juls talk pros and cons of Pochettino for the USMNT (2:24)
England get seeding reprieve for WC qualifying
England are effectively guaranteed to be seeded in the draw for World Cup qualifying after it was confirmed a combination of UEFA Nations League (UNL) performance and FIFA World Ranking would be used.
The 18 teams contesting the third round of Asian qualifiers for the World Cup
18 teams are still in the hunt to reach the World Cup as the third round of Asian qualifiers kick off on Thursday.
Argentina urge fans to stop offensive chanting
The Argentina national team urge fans to refrain from using offensive or discriminatory chants in the World Cup CONMEBOL qualifying match against Chile on Thursday to avoid any potential sanctions by FIFA.
Judge denies Rocha appeal to run as RFEF chief
A judge has denied a request from Spanish football federation (RFEF) president Pedro Rocha to grant a temporary injunction against his suspension, leaving him unable to continue in the position, barring an urgent appeal.
USMNT transfer grades: All 13 American player moves in the summer window
The USMNT saw some notable moves in the summer transfer window. Let's grade them all, from Matt Turner to Gio Reyna and everyone in between.
FIFA wants perfect pitch at WC after Copa fiasco
The 2026 World Cup is coming to North America with an ambitious plan, expanding the field by 50% and spreading the football spectacle over 16 cities in three countries with multiple climates and elevations.
What Lee Carsley needs to succeed with England squad (1:54)
Klinsmann: Mexicans 'too comfortable' in Liga MX
Former U.S. men's national team manager Jurgen Klinsmann has said that Mexican players are "too comfortable" in the domestic Liga MX and should seek opportunities in Europe to improve themselves and El Tri.
Gündogan retires from Germany duty with 82 caps
Ilkay Gündogan announced his retirement from international football with Germany on Monday having captained his nation at their home European Championship earlier this summer.
FIFA adds Bank of America as World Cup sponsor
FIFA has signed a sponsorship deal with Bank of America ahead of the '26 men's World Cup, the sport's governing body's first global banking sponsor.
Why Pochettino hire shows USMNT's 'ambition' to succeed (2:43)
Marcotti: Mauricio Pochettino is a 'really good match' for USMNT (1:10)
Ancelotti vs. Guardiola! Who would you rather manage the USMNT? (1:25)
Gomez: Pochettino ticks a lot of boxes for the USMNT (1:56)
The history of U.S. men's and women's Olympic soccer (1:24)
Why Pellegrino Matarazzo is a good candidate for the USMNT job (2:01)
Can Aguirre, with Marquez as assistant, can save Mexico a third time in World Cup prep?
Javier Aguirre has returned to the Mexico national team for a third time, but alongside Rafa Marquez, can they prep El Tri in time for the 2026 World Cup?
Lewy: Too much football making quality worse
Barcelona forward Robert Lewandowski has expressed concerns over the amount of football being played, adding that he thinks it is contributing to a decline in the quality of games.
Aguirre hails long-term plan in Mexico unveiling
Javier Aguirre said he couldn't "say no to my country" as he was unveiled as Mexico coach for a third time on Thursday.
FIFA offers talks over calendar congestion
FIFA offered talks with global groups of soccer leagues and player unions to end a three-month deadlock after they threatened legal action over adding to the packed competitions calendar.
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 |