Richarlison, João Pedro, Cunha: who will be Brazil's No. 9 at the World Cup?
With the World Cup coming thick and fast next year, who are the players looking likely to start up front for Carlo Ancelotti's Brazil?
Ancelotti blames ref, ball boys in Brazil upset
Brazil's Football Federation president Samir Xaud said that his side "played against the referees, the police and the ball boys" in their defeat to Bolivia.
Ronaldo equals WCQ goal record in Portugal win
Cristiano Ronaldo become the joint-top goalscorer in World Cup qualifiers in Portugal's 3-2 triumph at Hungary on Tuesday.
Who qualified for the 2026 World Cup this week?
The race for the 2026 World Cup is drawing to a close. Here's how it's looking around the globe.
Bolivia stun Brazil to secure WC playoff spot
Miguel Terceros scored from a penalty in the first half and Bolivia downed Brazil 1-0 on Tuesday in South American qualifying which combined with Colombia's win over Venezuela helped the Bolivians advance to the playoff tournament for the 2026 World Cup.
Why is Lionel Messi not committing to the 2026 World Cup with Argentina? (2:10)
Scaloni: Messi to 'take his time' on WC decision
Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni addressed the growing uncertainty that Lionel Messi will choose not to play at the upcoming 2026 World Cup, reaffirming the team captain will "take this time calmly" before making a final decision.
Scaloni admits he hasn't spoken to Messi about 2026 World Cup (1:12)
Could Lionel Messi retire before the 2026 World Cup? (1:55)
Messi says goodbye in Argentina, 'we'll see' on WC
Lionel Messi got emotional after playing his final competitive match in Argentina in a 3-0 World Cup qualifying win over Venezuela on Thursday in Buenos Aires, saying that finishing in front of his home fans was something he "always dreamed of."
Paqueta, Guimaraes, Estêvão on target in Brazil win
Chelsea forward Estêvão scored his first goal for Brazil in a 3-0 win over Chile in South American World Cup qualifying.
Paraguay declares public holiday after WC return
Paraguay president Santiago Peña has declared a public holiday in the country to mark the national team's return to the World Cup.
Uruguay, Colombia, Paraguay qualify for 2026 WC
Uruguay, Colombia, and Paraguay secured the final three direct berths for South America in the 2026 World Cup on Thursday.
Paraguay fans take the streets in celebration after World Cup qualification (0:27)
Messi nets 2 in last home game as Argentina win
Argentina beat Venezuela 3-0 on Thursday night as Lionel Messi scored two goals in his final competitive home match in front of his country's fans in Buenos Aires.
Emotional Scaloni: Hope this isn't Messi's farewell
An emotional Lionel Scaloni said Lionel Messi deserved a special reception when playing his likely his last competitive game in Argentina on Thursday.
Which South Americans used the transfer window to boost their World Cup chances?
With the World Cup little under a year away, which South American players have taken advantage of the summer transfer window to help their World Cup chances?
Pedro: Playing for Chelsea and Brazil has always been my dream (1:30)
Messi set for 'very special' final WCQ in Argentina
Lionel Messi is set to play his final World Cup qualifier at home in Argentina when Venezuela visits Buenos Aires next week.
Neymar out of Brazil squad again, Paquetá returns
Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti has left Neymar out of his squad for the second time since taking over as manager of the national team.
Messi, Mastantuono in Argentina qualifying team
Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni has included Lionel Messi in his preliminary list for CONMEBOL World Cup qualifiers against Venezuela and Ecuador on Sept. 4 and 9, respectively.
Lionel Messi and wife Antonela caught on Coldplay 'kiss cam' in Miami (0:42)
Why De Paul's Inter Miami move is good for MLS, but bad for Argentina (1:45)
Nicol backs Messi's MLS All-Star snub (2:12)
Should Messi be rested for the MLS All-star game? (2:04)