26 Stars for '26: Players Who Could Define the World Cup

From Messi to Ronaldo to Pulisic, these are the 26 players that could define the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
FEBRUARY 11 FOX SPORTS
26 Stars for '26: Players Who Could Define the World Cup

Lionel Messi Questionable For Inter Miami's MLS Season Opener With Strained Hamstring

Lionel Messi has a strained left hamstring, an injury that puts his Inter Miami season debut in doubt.
FEBRUARY 11 FOX SPORTS
Lionel Messi Questionable For Inter Miami's MLS Season Opener With Strained Hamstring

Plan Pochettino? Spurs Reportedly Want Current USA Coach Back After 2026 World Cup

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in reappointing Mauricio Pochettino as head coach after sacking Thomas Frank.
FEBRUARY 11 FOX SPORTS
Plan Pochettino? Spurs Reportedly Want Current USA Coach Back After 2026 World Cup

World Cup Watch: USA's MLS-Based Players Know There's 'No Time To Sit Around'

Reading. A data diary. Yoga. How MLS players eyeing a World Cup spot for the USA are trying to stay ready.
FEBRUARY 11 FOX SPORTS
World Cup Watch: USA's MLS-Based Players Know There's 'No Time To Sit Around'

Ex-Real Madrid Boss Says Cristiano Ronaldo 'Doesn't Have The Genius' Of Lionel Messi

Cristiano Ronaldo has been told he "doesn't have the genius" of fellow footballing greats such as Lionel Messi, Diego Maradona and Ronaldo N...
FEBRUARY 11 FOX SPORTS
Ex-Real Madrid Boss Says Cristiano Ronaldo 'Doesn't Have The Genius' Of Lionel Messi

Could This Germany-Based Teenager Make USA's World Cup Squad?

Does Hawaii-born defender Noahkai Banks have a legitimate chance of making the USA's 2026 World Cup roster?
FEBRUARY 11 FOX SPORTS
Could This Germany-Based Teenager Make USA's World Cup Squad?

Lionel Messi And Sons Get Special Gift From Former Barcelona Co-Star Neymar

Neymar and Santos have sent signed No. 10 shirts to Lionel Messi and his sons, Thiago, Mateo and Ciro, highlighting the two stars' favored s...
FEBRUARY 11 FOX SPORTS
Lionel Messi And Sons Get Special Gift From Former Barcelona Co-Star Neymar

Spain Striker Samu Aghehowa Will Miss 2026 World Cup With ACL Tear

Spain's preparations for the upcoming 2026 World Cup have been dealt a significant blow following a serious injury to striker Samu Aghehowa.
FEBRUARY 11 FOX SPORTS
Spain Striker Samu Aghehowa Will Miss 2026 World Cup With ACL Tear

Bayern Munich Director Says Harry Kane Contract Negotiations 'Have Not Started Yet'

Bayern Munich have delivered an update on Harry Kane's contract situation, with a worrying admission being made by the club's sporting direc...
FEBRUARY 10 FOX SPORTS
Bayern Munich Director Says Harry Kane Contract Negotiations 'Have Not Started Yet'

Lionel Messi's Former Teammate Reveals When He 'Wasn't Happy' At Barcelona

Lionel Messi had to "score all the time" at Barcelona or he "wasn't happy", a former teammate of the Argentine GOAT has revealed.
FEBRUARY 10 FOX SPORTS
Lionel Messi's Former Teammate Reveals When He 'Wasn't Happy' At Barcelona

Jose Mourinho Expected To Be Offered Portugal Job After 2026 World Cup

Jose Mourinho will reportedly be offered the job as Portugal manager after the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
FEBRUARY 10 FOX SPORTS
Jose Mourinho Expected To Be Offered Portugal Job After 2026 World Cup

USA Coach Mauricio Pochettino Still Dreams Of Winning Champions League, Premier League

Mauricio Pochettino has once again indicated that he wants to return to Tottenham as he claimed their recent achievements are "not enough" f...
FEBRUARY 9 FOX SPORTS
USA Coach Mauricio Pochettino Still Dreams Of Winning Champions League, Premier League

GOAL's Winners And Losers: Liverpool Is Failing On Multiple Fronts

Who were the biggest winners and losers from the weekend in European soccer?
FEBRUARY 9 FOX SPORTS
GOAL's Winners And Losers: Liverpool Is Failing On Multiple Fronts

USA's Tim Weah: Marseille Was 'Perfect' Move After Juventus Struggles

USA's Tim Weah admits that he was a "broken player" when joining Marseille in 2025 but that he has finally found a home with the French powe...
FEBRUARY 9 FOX SPORTS
USA's Tim Weah: Marseille Was 'Perfect' Move After Juventus Struggles

World Cup 2030: USA, Mexico Learn CONCACAF's Automatic Qualifying Spots

CONCACAF announces it will have six automatic qualifying spots in the 2030 World Cup.
FEBRUARY 6 FOX SPORTS
World Cup 2030: USA, Mexico Learn CONCACAF's Automatic Qualifying Spots

James Rodríguez To MLS: Colombia Star Confirms Minnesota United Move

Minnesota United officially announced the signing of Colmbia star James Rodríguez, who will begin his first spell in Major League Soccer.
FEBRUARY 6 FOX SPORTS
James Rodríguez To MLS: Colombia Star Confirms Minnesota United Move

USA Stock Watch: Weston McKennie's Keeps Rising; Concern for Christian Pulisic?

Which USA stars had a good week, and which ones struggled? Taking stock in Weston McKennie, Christian Pulisic and more.
FEBRUARY 6 FOX SPORTS
USA Stock Watch: Weston McKennie's Keeps Rising; Concern for Christian Pulisic?

Lionel Messi's Argentina To Set Up Base In Kansas City For 2026 World Cup

Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the Argentine National Team, led by Lionel Scaloni, will be based in Kansas City for much of the competiti...
FEBRUARY 5 FOX SPORTS
Lionel Messi's Argentina To Set Up Base In Kansas City For 2026 World Cup

'A True Captain:' France Coach Defends Kylian Mbappe Ahead Of World Cup

France coach Didier Deschamps has launched a passionate defense of Real Madrid superstar Kylian Mbappe.
FEBRUARY 5 FOX SPORTS
'A True Captain:' France Coach Defends Kylian Mbappe Ahead Of World Cup

Pulisic, McKennie, Balogun Up Top: USA's Best World Cup Lineup?

FOX Sports soccer analyst Stu Holden predicts the USA's starting lineup for the World Cup.
FEBRUARY 5 FOX SPORTS
Pulisic, McKennie, Balogun Up Top: USA's Best World Cup Lineup?

Minnesota United Reportedly In Talks With Colombia Star James Rodríguez Over Blockbuster MLS Move

Minnesota United are in talks with James Rodríguez over a potential move that would bring the Colombian star to MLS.
FEBRUARY 3 FOX SPORTS
Minnesota United Reportedly In Talks With Colombia Star James Rodríguez Over Blockbuster MLS Move

Messi Confirmed For 2026 World Cup? Inter Miami Coach Hints At Argentina Star's Decision

Lionel Messi is yet to officially confirm his participation at the 2026, but Inter Miami boss Javier Mascherano appears to have revealed he...
FEBRUARY 3 FOX SPORTS
Messi Confirmed For 2026 World Cup? Inter Miami Coach Hints At Argentina Star's Decision

Bad News For Ronaldo? Benzema Completes Transfer To Top Rival Amid Protest

Karim Benzema has completed a shock January transfer from Al-Ittihad to Saudi Pro League leaders Al-Hilal on deadline day.
FEBRUARY 3 FOX SPORTS
Bad News For Ronaldo? Benzema Completes Transfer To Top Rival Amid Protest

4 Takeaways From the USA's Transfer Window: Smart For Pepi To Stay Put?

The winter transfer window in Europe closed on Monday and as expected, Deadline Day was a quiet one for Americans on both sides of the Atlan...
FEBRUARY 3 FOX SPORTS
4 Takeaways From the USA's Transfer Window: Smart For Pepi To Stay Put?

GOAL's Weekend Winner And Losers: Arsenal Silence Doubters, Bayern Munich Look Shaky

Who were the biggest winners and losers from the last three days of action? GOAL picks out five of each.
FEBRUARY 3 FOX SPORTS
GOAL's Weekend Winner And Losers: Arsenal Silence Doubters, Bayern Munich Look Shaky

COUNTDOWN TO 2026 WORLD CUP

About the 2026 World Cup

The 2026 FIFA World Cup™ in North America is the 23rd edition of the biggest sporting event on the planet. The tournament is already full of firsts as it is the first to feature 48 teams and to be co-hosted by three countries (United States, Canada and Mexico). The FOX family of networks and the FOX Sports app are your complete home for World Cup content, including live matches, complete highlights, commentary and analysis, and full-match replays.