World Cup may see throw-in, goal-kick countdown
Countdowns on throw-ins and goal kicks plus 10-second time limits on substitutions could feature at this summer's World Cup as the game's lawmakers seek to keep the tempo of matches flowing.
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USMNT 2026 World Cup big board 4.0: Pochettino's roster coming into focus
We're less than five months away from the USMNT's World Cup opener, and with the clock ticking down, Mauricio Pochettino's squad is coming into focus.
Bafana were mid at AFCON, so what needs fixing before the World Cup?
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Thomas Tuchel: England need 'social skills' for World Cup success
Thomas Tuchel has said that talent won't be enough if England are to be successul at the 2026 World Cup.
FIFA requests for World Cup tickets passes 500M
FIFA said Wednesday it has received more than 500 million ticket requests for this year's World Cup.
Uruguay hope Spurs' Bentancur fit for World Cup
Tottenham midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur has undergone surgery on his right hamstring, in a potential concern for Uruguay five months out from the World Cup.
U.S. travel ban leaves Africa fans in WC limbo
Fans of two of Africa's top football nations have had their World Cup plans upended because of a travel ban imposed by the Trump administration.
FIFA OKs betting partners to stream WC games
FIFA deepened its commercial ties to the betting industry Monday in a four-year deal that will let some gambling operators livestream World Cup games this year.
Nigeria vs Algeria at AFCON - Could it BE any closer?
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Brazil star Neymar begins recovery after knee surgery ahead of World Cup bid
Neymar has started his recovery process after undergoing minor surgery on his left knee on Dec. 22.
FIFA picks TikTok as social video partner for WC
GENEVA -- TikTok was picked by FIFA as the first "preferred platform" for video content on social media at a men's World Cup, the soccer body said Thursday.
Canada's Marsch: Davies back, poised for WC
Canada manager Jesse Marsch said star player Alphonso Davies is regenerated and excited to play a key role in the 2026 World Cup
Why the World Cup could delay some MLS-based USMNT stars' European dreams
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Marcotti's 2026 wishes: A big World Cup (with Italy in it), transparency in football, more
Gab Marcotti rings in the new year by writing down what he hopes to see in football in 2026, above all else: a safe, fun and clean World Cup.
'Alarm bells' for FIFA over England fans WC ticket snub - supporters group
A fans' group says "alarm bells should be ringing" at FIFA with England's fans having failed to take up their full ticket allocation for next summer's World Cup final.
How U.S. Soccer can grow the game with $100 million World Cup windfall
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What the yellow card saga taught Bafana's Mokoena about being a good teammate
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Neymar has minor surgery, WC with Brazil in play
Neymar underwent minor surgery on his left knee, his club Santos said on Monday.
Minamino tears ACL, WC with Japan a major doubt
Japan midfielder Takumi Minamino has torn the ACL in his left knee while playing for Monaco and will almost certainly miss the World Cup.
Madrid's Militão aims to be fit for Brazil at WC
Real Madrid defender Éder Militão is "100 percent" confident he will be fit in time to play at the 2026 World Cup.
Kane: Only winning the World Cup would satisfy England (1:51)
Finalissima pits Messi vs. Yamal for first time
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Will another injury derail Adams' World Cup prep for the U.S.?
Tyler Adams has been unlucky with injuries, and an MCL sprain suffered on Monday will rob him of valuable prep time ahead of next summer's World Cup.
Bruno Fernandes: Portugal not better without Cristiano Ronaldo
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FIFA World Cup Standings
| Group A | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mexico | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| South Africa | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| South Korea | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Winner Playoff Path D | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Group B | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Winner Playoff Path A | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Qatar | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Switzerland | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Group C | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Brazil | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Morocco | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Haiti | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scotland | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Group D | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| United States | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Paraguay | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Australia | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Winner Playoff Path C | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Group E | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Germany | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Curacao | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Ivory Coast | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Ecuador | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Group F | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Netherlands | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Japan | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Winner Playoff Path B | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tunisia | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Group G | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Belgium | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Egypt | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| IR Iran | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| New Zealand | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Group H | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Spain | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Cape Verde | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Saudi Arabia | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Uruguay | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Group I | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| France | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Senegal | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Intercontinental Playoff Path 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Norway | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Group J | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Argentina | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Algeria | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Austria | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jordan | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Group K | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Portugal | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Intercontinental Playoff Path 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Uzbekistan | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Colombia | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Group L | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| England | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Croatia | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Ghana | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Panama | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |