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2026 FIFA WORLD CUP

Kenny McLean (right) celebrates scoring Scotland's fourth goal against Denmark in Glasgow on Tuesday.
SOCCER
Nov 19, 2025
Sensational Scotland reaches first World Cup since 1998
On a crackling evening in front of an expectant Glasgow crowd, substitute Kieran Tierney restored the home side's lead in the 93rd minute from outside the box.
Japan's Keisuke Honda after a match against Belgium in the round of 16 at the 2018 FIFA World Cup, in Rostov-on-Don, Russia, in July 2018.
SOCCER
Nov 18, 2025
Japan has potential to win 2026 World Cup, says veteran Honda
"They have the potential (to) become at least the best four in the World Cup next year, maybe champion," Honda said.
U.S. President Donald Trump and FIFA President Gianni Infantino in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington on Monday
SOCCER
Nov 18, 2025
Trump unveils fast-track visas for World Cup ticket holders
"For those who intend to join us for the World Cup, I strongly encourage you to apply right away," the U.S. president said.
Germany midfielder Assan Ouedraogo (center) celebrates with teammates after scoring his team's sixth goal against Slovakia in Leipzig, Germany, on Monday.
SOCCER
Nov 18, 2025
Germany and Netherlands lock up World Cup spots in style
Both European giants needed only to draw to be sure of reaching the global footballing showpiece. Instead, both went on the attack.
Norway's Erling Haaland (center) celebrates with his teammates after their win over Italy in Milan on Sunday. Norway qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with the win.
SOCCER
Nov 17, 2025
Erling Haaland leads rout as Norway qualifies for first World Cup since 1998
Norway would have had to lose by nine goals or more in order to be overtaken by Italy for the group's only automatic place in next summer's World Cup in North America.
The French team celebrates after qualifying for the 2026 World Cup in Paris on Thursday.
SOCCER
Nov 14, 2025
France punches World Cup ticket on 10th anniversary of 2015 Paris attacks
Portugal, meanwhile, was made to wait after losing 2-0 against Ireland as Cristiano Ronaldo saw red.
Japan's players celebrate their team's victory over Brazil in Chofu, Tokyo, on Oct. 14.
SOCCER
Nov 11, 2025
Japan shooting for World Cup final spot, says JFA head Miyamoto
Recording its first ever win over five-time world champion Brazil in a friendly last month has only fueled the team's ambition further.
U.S. President Donald Trump meets with FIFA President Gianni Infantino at the White House in August.
SOCCER
Nov 7, 2025
FIFA announces new peace prize to be awarded during World Cup draw
The recipient of the inaugural award was not revealed, but there was immediate speculation that it could go to Donald Trump, an Infantino ally.
Ramen food truck owner Satoru Hasuike works in Mexico City on Oct. 1. Some vendors in the city are concerned over what will happen to their businesses when the 2026 World Cup arrives in the city.
SOCCER
Nov 7, 2025
Upcoming World Cup stirs up mixed feelings among street vendors in Mexico City
Mexico will host 13 matches in June and July, with five in the capital.
Inter Miami's Lionel Messi poses with the MLS golden boot ahead of the match against Nashville SC at Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida on Oct. 24, 2025.
SOCCER
Oct 28, 2025
Messi eyes 2026 World Cup despite age and fitness concerns
The eight-time Ballon d'Or winner said he will take time next year to assess his physical condition before deciding whether to play in the tournament.
Inter Miami's Lionel Messi in action against Chicago Fire FC at Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida on Sept. 30
SOCCER
Oct 24, 2025
Messi signs new Inter Miami contract through 2028
Messi's contract ensures he will remain in competitive action until and long after the 2026 World Cup hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico.
Cape Verde forward Ryan Mendes (center) and teammates celebrate their victory against Mauritania in their Africa Cup of Nations 2024 round of 16 match in Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire, in January 2024.
SOCCER
Oct 21, 2025
Cape Verde captain getting to grips with World Cup qualification
"A lot has been achieved over the years. And today, we can say that this is the logical outcome," says Ryan Mendes.
South Korea's Son Heung-min (left) fights for the ball with Omar Alderete during the friendly match against Paraguay in Seoul on Tuesday.
SOCCER
Oct 15, 2025
Son wants South Korea to be more aggressive at World Cup
South Korea, which was hammered 5-0 by five-time World Cup winner Brazil in an international friendly match last week, claimed a 2-0 home win over Paraguay on Tuesday.
Japan's Ayase Ueda (center) scores the winning goal against Brazil at Ajinomoto Stadium in Tokyo on Tuesday.
SOCCER
Oct 15, 2025
Japan’s downing of Brazil puts world on notice
The turnaround was reminiscent of wins against major soccer forces at the previous World Cup in Qatar.
Harry Kane applauds England fans after the 2026 World Cup qualifying match against Latvia in Riga, Latvia on Tuesday.
SOCCER
Oct 15, 2025
England clinches 2026 World Cup spot as Portugal forced to wait
Thomas Tuchel's England brushed aside Latvia in Riga to make it six wins from six and guarantee the top spot .
Supporters celebrate Cape Verde's victory against Eswatini in a 2026 World Cup qualifying match, at a fan zone in Sao Vicente, Cape Verde, on Monday.
SOCCER
Oct 14, 2025
Cape Verde erupts in celebration after first World Cup qualification
FIFA President Gianni Infantino said the achievement was likely to "power a new generation of football lovers" across the nation.
Iceland defender Victor Palsson (left) falls over France forward Jean-Philippe Mateta during a 2026 World Cup qualifying round match in Reykjavik on Monday.
SOCCER
Oct 14, 2025
France faces crunch match against Ukraine after 2-2 draw with Iceland
France remains top of Group D with 10 points from four games, three ahead of Ukraine, which beat Azerbaijan 2-1 on Monday.
Indonesia's Yance Sayuri (left) and Japan's Shunsuke Mito vie for the ball during a World Cup qualifier in Suita, Osaka Prefecture, on June 10.
SOCCER
Oct 6, 2025
Soccer-mad Indonesia ready to make push to reach World Cup
The soccer-mad nation of nearly 300 million people is on the verge of its first World Cup since gaining independence from the Dutch in 1945.
U.S. President Donald Trump stands with U.S. Vice President JD Vance (left) and FIFA President Gianni Infantino during an announcement at the White House on Aug. 22.
SOCCER / World cup
Sep 26, 2025
Donald Trump says World Cup matches will be moved if host cities are not safe
Trump was asked by reporters in the Oval Office specifically about games in Seattle and San Francisco.
Auckland City players take a drink break during a Club World Cup match against Boca Juniors in Nashville in June.
SOCCER
Sep 10, 2025
Extreme heat a rising threat to 2026 World Cup venues, report says
By 2050, nearly 90% of North America's host stadiums will require adaptation to extreme heat while one-third will face water demand equaling or exceeding supply.
Beware of China’s strategic distortion of reality
China holds a military parade to mark the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, in Beijing on Sept. 3. 
Economic security minister stresses crackdown on rule-breaking foreign nationals
Economic security minister Kimi Onoda speaks during a group interview in Tokyo on Monday.
Japan seeks to placate China as strained relations move beyond political realm
Director-General of the Foreign Ministry's Asian and Oceanian Affairs Bureau Masaaki Kanai (left) and Chinese Director-General of the Department of Asian Affairs Liu Jinsong depart after a meeting at the Foreign Ministry in Beijing on Tuesday.
China to reimpose ban on Japanese seafood imports amid row over Taiwan, reports say
A sign reading, "Suspend the sales of all fish products imported from Japan" is displayed in an area home to Japanese restaurants in Beijing in August 2023. China will reimpose a ban on imports of Japanese seafood, media reports in Tokyo said Wednesday, as a diplomatic spat between the two countries deepens.
Japanese court orders Cloudflare to pay ¥500 million over manga piracy
Cloudflare has been ordered to pay ¥500 million after four major publishing firms accused the firm of copyright infringement for its role in hosting sites that distribute pirated copies of manga titles.
The reality of human trafficking in Japan
A view of Tokyo’s Shinjuku Ward at night. Last year in Japan, 66 people were put in protective custody as victims of human trafficking. Among them, 58 — including all 41 minors — were Japanese nationals. International pressure to act on human trafficking led Japan to make efforts to crack down on the crime, such as a tightening of conditions in 2005 for entertainer visas.
Why we can’t get enough of the sham of the rental family
“Rental Family,” directed and co-written by the single-named Hikari, follows out-of-work actor Phillip (Brendan Fraser), who is hired as the “token white guy” at a Tokyo agency called Rental Family.
Economic security minister stresses crackdown on rule-breaking foreign nationals
Economic security minister Kimi Onoda speaks during a group interview in Tokyo on Monday.
How Band-Maid brought anime energy into the hard-rock sound of ‘Scooooop’
Members of Band-Maid combine heavy riffs and maid-inspired visuals in their latest project, "Rock Is a Lady’s Modesty."
Japan uses series against South Korea to prep for World Baseball Classic title defense
Japan's Ryuhei Sotani pitches against South Korea at Tokyo Dome on Saturday night.

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