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Tim Payne from New Zealand has gained social media recognition ahead of the World Cup. Peter Joneleit/Icon Sportswire via Getty...

FIFA announced on Thursday that Shakira will headline the opening ceremony of the 2026 World Cup in Mexico City. The...

Mexico concluded their World Cup preparations with an impressive 5-1 win over Serbia on Thursday evening, just one week prior...

Benfica has reached a deal with Marco Silva to take over as head coach, replacing José Mourinho, confirmed sources to...

Florentino Pérez has committed to pursuing a “Galáctico” player this summer with a bid of $174 million (€150 million) as...

BERN, Switzerland — Striker Breel Embolo of the Swiss national team has received his visa as of Thursday, allowing him...

MONTERREY, Mexico — Japan’s national soccer team has relocated its practice venue in Monterrey in preparation for the World Cup...

Beth LindopJun 4, 2026, 02:30 PM ET Close Based in Liverpool, Beth Lindop is ESPN’s Liverpool correspondent and also covers...

Real Madrid is set to pay Benfica a fee of €15 million for José Mourinho’s return as head coach, contingent...

Chris JonesJun 4, 2026, 12:05 PM ET Close Chris Jones is a feature writer for ESPN The Magazine and also...