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Dutch forward Justin Kluivert returns from knee surgery for Bournemouth ahead of World Cup

Netherlands forward Justin Kluivert’s return for Bournemouth after a four-month absence from knee surgery could boost for his hopes of playing in the World Cup

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

2026 World Cup Odds: France, Spain Favored; England Third

Here are the latest odds to win the 2026 World Cup.

6 DAYS AGO • FOX SPORTS

2026 World Cup Odds: France, Spain Favored; England Third

Horse racing in Japan is on the rise. A Kentucky Derby winner could be next

While horse racing grapples with an uncertain future in many parts of the U.S., the sport is thriving in Japan with millions of dollars being poured into everything from breeding t...

APRIL 30 • Associated Press

2026 FIFA World Cup Ultimate Fanbase! Brazil vs. Argentina in the Grand Final

Which World Cup fanbase will be the loudest? The most fun? The most passionate? Vote in our 2026 FIFA World Cup Ultimate Fanbase.

APRIL 29 • FOX SPORTS

2026 FIFA World Cup Ultimate Fanbase! Brazil vs. Argentina in the Grand Final

Al-Ahli beats Machida Zelvia in extra time to retain AFC Champions League Elite title

Al-Ahli of Saudi Arabia has successfully defended the AFC Champions League Elite crown after beating first-time finalist Machida Zelvia of Japan 1-0

APRIL 25 • Associated Press

Breaking Down 1 World Cup Player To Watch From All 48 Teams

What to know about these key World Cup players, from living legends to goal machines and youngsters.

APRIL 24 • FOX SPORTS

Breaking Down 1 World Cup Player To Watch From All 48 Teams

2026 World Cup Power Rankings: Every Team Ranked From 48 to 1

FOX Sports' Alexi Lalas power ranked all 48 World Cup teams ahead of the 2026 tournament. Where did your team land?

APRIL 22 • FOX SPORTS

2026 World Cup Power Rankings: Every Team Ranked From 48 to 1

France to host men's basketball World Cup in 2031 France was awarded the hosting rights to the 2031 men’s tournament by governing body FIBA on Wednesday, with Japan getting the 2030 Women’s...

APRIL 22 • NBA.COM

World Cup Title Favorites? Who Could Overachieve? All 48 Teams By Tiers

Let's dive into the World Cup field by placing all the teams into distinct tiers and who to keep an eye on.

APRIL 22 • FOX SPORTS

World Cup Title Favorites? Who Could Overachieve? All 48 Teams By Tiers

Machida Zelvia beats Shabab Al-Ahli 1-0 to reach Asian Champions League final

Japan’s Machida Zelvia advanced to the final of the Asian Champions League Elite by beating Shabab Al-Ahli of the United Arab Emirates 1-0

APRIL 21 • Associated Press

US women to face China, Italy and the Czech Republic in September FIBA World Cup group play

The U.S. women’s basketball team will face China, Italy and the Czech Republic in the women’s FIBA World Cup in September, looking to win its fifth consecutive title

APRIL 21 • Associated Press

Al-Ahli rally into the AFC Champions League Elite final on Ivan Toney's late winner

Defending champion Al-Ahli has reached the final of the AFC Champions League Elite after Ivan Toney’s second-half goal beat Vissel Kobe of Japan 2-1

APRIL 20 • Associated Press

Did you know: The world's richest racehorse | Kentucky Derby An Irish-bred based in Hong Kong, Romantic Warrior, is currently the world's richest racehorse, with Japan's globetrotting dirt star, Foreve...

APRIL 16 • KENTUCKYDERBY.COM

Japan World Cup 2026 Schedule: Locations, Dates, Times

Here is Japan's World Cup group stage opponents, which stadiums they will play at, and the times for the games.

APRIL 3 • FOX SPORTS

Japan World Cup 2026 Schedule: Locations, Dates, Times

Taiwan Olympic boxing champ involved in gender debate wins first bout at Asian titles

Lin Yu-ting, a boxing gold medalist at the center of a gender controversy at the 2024 Paris Olympics, has won her first international bout since then at the Asian championships in...

MARCH 31 • Associated Press

Thomas Tuchel not taking any risks with Jude Bellingham as England boss rules Real Madrid star out of Japan clash

England manager Thomas Tuchel has taken a firm stance regarding the fitness of Jude Bellingham, insistsing that he will not gamble with the...

MARCH 30 • goal

Thomas Tuchel not taking any risks with Jude Bellingham as England boss rules Real Madrid star out of Japan clash

Man Utd women's player ratings vs Bayern Munich: Defensive lapses prove costly as familiar foe Pernille Harder puts Red Devils on brink of Champions League exit

Manchester United will need to win in Germany next week to continue their maiden Women's Champions League adventure, after suffering a 3-2 d...

MARCH 25 • goal

Man Utd women's player ratings vs Bayern Munich: Defensive lapses prove costly as familiar foe Pernille Harder puts Red Devils on brink of Champions League exit

Iran's Tractor FC in contention for Asian Champions League Elite quarterfinals in Jeddah

Tractor FC of Iran will travel to Saudi Arabia for a playoff that decides who reaches the Asian Champions League Elite quarterfinals against Buriram United of Thailand

MARCH 25 • Associated Press

Jude Bellingham back for Real Madrid derby clash after six week absence, Alvaro Arbeloa confirms

Alvaro Arbeloa has confirmed that Jude Bellingham is set to return for Real Madrid in their derby clash with Atletico Madrid after a six-wee...

MARCH 21 • goal

Jude Bellingham back for Real Madrid derby clash after six week absence, Alvaro Arbeloa confirms

Harry Kane for the Ballon d'Or? Former England striker tips Bayern Munich star to 'be in the discussion' - but only if he wins the Champions League

Harry Kane is "in the discussion" for Ballon d'Or honours, but may need to win the Champions League with Bayern Munich and star for England...

MARCH 20 • goal

Harry Kane for the Ballon d'Or? Former England striker tips Bayern Munich star to 'be in the discussion' - but only if he wins the Champions League

World Cup Jerseys! Did Curaçao's Kit Top Mexico, Argentina, Spain?

Did Curaçao's World Cup away jersey by adidas upstage Mexico, Argentina and Spain?

MARCH 20 • FOX SPORTS

World Cup Jerseys! Did Curaçao's Kit Top Mexico, Argentina, Spain?

Asian Cup hosting bids for 2031, 2035 scrapped to meet FIFA changes to soccer calendar

Asia’s soccer body has halted bidding to host its men’s Asian Cup in 2031 and 2035

MARCH 19 • Associated Press

Japan beats South Korea 4-1 to set up Women's Asian Cup final against Australia

Japan has had a 4-1 win over South Korea to advance to the Women’s Asian Cup final against Australia

MARCH 18 • Associated Press

World Cup Fan Base Power Rankings: How do USA, Brazil, England, Argentina Stack Up?

Which World Cup fan bases make our top-10 Power Rankings as the summer of soccer approaches?

MARCH 17 • FOX SPORTS

World Cup Fan Base Power Rankings: How do USA, Brazil, England, Argentina Stack Up?

Alexi's Top 10 Fan Bases at 2026 FIFA World Cup™

Alexi's Top 10 Fan Bases at 2026 FIFA World Cup™

MARCH 17 • FOX SPORTS