The U.S. men’s national team became the second nation to secure a spot in the round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup — and it has captured first place in Group D. Following its 2-0 victory over Australia, the USA improved to 2-0-0 in Group D play. And while it clinched a spot … Read more
This wasn’t just a win. It was a festival. How else could you describe the incredible scenes we saw tonight in Mexico City?  A vibrant, feel-good, extremely joyous party was on display as Mexican fans, already comfortable with the fact that their national team had already topped Group A and made it to the Round … Read more
Qatar player Assim Madibo was given a five-match ban on Wednesday for the tackle that broke the leg of Canada midfielder Ismael Kone at the World Cup. Madibo was issued a straight red card for the incident during Canada’s 6-0 victory over Qatar in Vancouver last Thursday. The FIFA disciplinary committee said the suspension was … Read more
South Africa advanced to the knockout phase of the World Cup for the first time with a 1-0 victory over South Korea on Wednesday night. Thapelo Maseko scored in the 63rd minute off a precise cross from Tshepang Moremi and South Africa finished in second place in Group A behind Mexico, which won all three … Read more
“Bear Bets” are real wagers that Chris “The Bear” Fallica is actually making. It’s time for the USA’s third group stage match — a match in which it has little to play for. Here is what I’m eyeing ahead of Match Day 15. This page may contain affiliate links to legal sports betting partners. If … Read more
We’re getting closer to the 2026 World Cup knockout round, when the 48-team field will shed the bottom-16 teams. Groups D, E and F will conclude on Thursday, and some teams will move on while others will head home. In Group E, Ecuador will look to avoid a stunningly early exit but must defeat Germany … Read more
Morocco spent a half being outplayed by a team that arrived with nothing to lose, then snapped back to reality. A rotated and rusty Atlas Lions side trailed Haiti twice in Atlanta before quality — and a lively bench — turned it into a 4-2 win. Here are my takeaways from Morocco’s comeback over Haiti: … Read more
The final whistle brought disappointment, but it also delivered history. Despite a 2-1 loss to Switzerland on Wednesday afternoon, Canada, under coach Jesse Marsch, secured its first-ever trip to the FIFA World Cup knockout stage. Marsch has transformed Canada from a nation primarily known for hockey into a team that believes in itself. That belief … Read more
Neymar will start on the bench for Brazil’s Group C finale against Scotland on Wednesday at Miami Stadium. Neymar arrived with Brazil and is available to make his debut at this year’s tournament after missing the first two matches. He was one of the final players to get off Brazil’s bus Wednesday afternoon, flashing a … Read more
U.S. World Cup Training Base (IRVINE, Calif.) – Can I guess the first question? Christian Pulisic knew what was on everybody’s mind. When the superstar forward approached a group of reporters before U.S. men’s national team training on Wednesday, he flashed a smile, already anticipating the topic of conversation. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images) “How are … Read more