FIFA World Cup 2026 news, team guides, fixture analysis, predictions and multilingual tournament explainers.
The news page currently contains 12 FIFA World Cup 2026 editorial pieces across 6 categories: Preview, Guide, Predictions, Teams, Stadiums, and Analysis. Coverage includes fixture analysis, team guides, stadium information, tournament format explainers and predictions.
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The index is sorted newest first, and the newest article is currently published on May 25, 2026. When official fixtures, teams, stadiums or tournament rules change, related articles receive updated modification dates and structured data.
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The World Cup 2026 kicks off on 11 June with the host nation Mexico facing African qualifiers South Africa at the historic Estadio Azteca. We preview the match-up, key players, and what is at stake.
FIFA has unveiled the official mascots (Maple, Zayu, and Clutch) and the Adidas Trionda match ball for the 2026 World Cup. Here is the complete breakdown of design, naming, and symbolism.
Our predictive model — combining FIFA ranking, recent form, squad depth, and historical World Cup performance — picks the bracket from group stage to lifting the trophy at MetLife.
FIFA expanded the World Cup from 32 to 48 teams in 2026. The new format introduces a 32-team Round of 32, third-place qualification, and revised tiebreakers. Here is the complete rulebook.
Brazil enter the 2026 World Cup with a renewed squad under Dorival Júnior, eyeing a sixth title and an end to a 24-year drought. Here is Brazil's full Group C path, key players, and our prediction.
Watching every World Cup 2026 match live: official broadcasters in 30+ key markets, streaming options, kick-off times by time zone, and tips for fans in Asia and Europe.
Lionel Messi at 38. Erling Haaland in his prime. Lamine Yamal at 18. Here are the ten players whose performances will most likely decide who lifts the trophy.
Defending champions Argentina arrive in North America led by Lionel Messi in what he has confirmed will be his final World Cup. Drawn into Group J, here is their full path and squad outlook.
From the iconic Estadio Azteca to the futuristic SoFi Stadium, here is your stadium-by-stadium guide to every venue hosting World Cup 2026 matches.
Japan arrive in 2026 with arguably their best-ever squad, all developed in top European leagues. Hajime Moriyasu targets a first quarter-final after near-misses in 2010 and 2022.
The 2026 group draw produced three clear "groups of death" and a few generous paths. We break down each pot with our power ranking and the most likely round-of-32 qualifiers.
From June 11 to July 19, 2026, the United States, Canada, and Mexico host the first 48-team World Cup. Here is everything fans need to know — format, dates, host cities, and how to follow every match.