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FIFA modified the draw for 2026 to create separate pathways to the semifinals for the four-highest ranked teams: Spain, Argentina, France and England. That means if Spain and Argentina win their groups, the world's Nos. 1 and 2 teams can not meet prior to the final.
Multiple countries in the 2026 World Cup are introducing mascots for the tournament. Here's a look at who will be on the field with the players.
President Donald Trump is set to attend the 2026 World Cup draw, where matchups for next summer's tournament will be revealed. Follow for updates.
The draw for the biggest World Cup in history was probably the cringiest as the two-hour event didn't feature much soccer.
The U.S. Men's National Team will play a slate of international friendlies ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Here is the schedule and how to watch.
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The World Cup draw has come to a close, and while the United States may be big winners, there are plenty of teams with reasons for hope ahead of next summer. The draw is also a time for celebrating the improbable journey that teams have gone on to make it to the World Cup.
The Athletic's writers look ahead to the 2026 World Cup, after the 12 groups were drawn in Washington DC on Friday
When Canada qualified for the 2022 tournament, it ended a 36-year World Cup drought. Having not gotten out of the group stage of its two prior World Cup appearances, Canada will be aiming at the knockout rounds in 2026. The last (and only) major trophy won by Canada was the Concacaf Gold Cup in 2000.
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