The 2026 FIFA World Cup will launch with a first-of-its-kind celebration: three opening ceremonies across three host nations on two consecutive days. Mexico kicked things off on June 11. Today’s ceremonies are in Canada and the United States. Each ceremony is set to feature a mix of local and international performers before the opening matches … Read more
Portugal and Nigeria will take the pitch in an international friendly on Wednesday, one day before the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off. Portugal, placed in Group K alongside Congo DR, Uzbekistan and Colombia, enter the match looking to sharpen their World Cup preparations by building on a 2-1 win over Chile last Friday. Cristiano … Read more
Harry Kane and England will take to the pitch against Costa Rica in an international friendly on Wednesday, one day before the 2026 FIFA World Cup gets underway. England, placed in Group L alongside Croatia, Ghana and Panama, enter the match in search of a confidence boost after a mixed run of form that includes … Read more
Netherlands and Uzbekistan will take the pitch in an international friendly ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Netherlands will be making their 12th appearance in the tournament this summer, while Uzbekistan will be making its debut. Here’s everything you need to know ahead of kickoff, including how to watch Netherlands vs Uzbekistan. How … Read more
Spain and Peru will take the pitch in an international friendly just days before the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Spain, making their 17th World Cup appearance, were the 2020 champs and are a favorite to advance to this edition’s final. Despite those expectations, they will be looking for a stronger performance than their draw with … Read more
France and Northern Ireland will square off in an international friendly just days before the 2026 FIFA World Cup. France, making their 17th World Cup appearance, were the runner-ups in the epic 2022 Final against Argentina. Despite that success, they will be looking to bounce back after a stunning defeat to the Ivory Coast last … Read more
Croatia and Slovenia will take to the pitch in an international friendly just days before the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Croatia, making their 7th World Cup appearance, have had great success in the last two World Cup runs as runners-up and third place finishers. Slovenia, however, failed to qualify for this summer’s tournament after failing … Read more
Denmark and Ukraine will face off in an international friendly today. Unfortunately, neither team will be participating in the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup. Denmark failed to qualify for this summer’s tournament after losing 3-1 on penalties to Czechia in the UEFA playoff. Ukraine made it to the UEFA playoff semis before losing to Sweden, … Read more
Liechtenstein and Cyprus will face off in an international friendly on Sunday. Unfortunately, neither team will be participating in the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup. Liechtenstein, faced with a tough qualifying group, failed to qualify for this summer’s tournament after not earning a point during their UEFA qualifying round. Cyprus has a similar story, but … Read more
One of racing’s newest and most unique traditions returns Friday afternoon as the Wienie 500 takes center stage ahead of the Indy 500. The Wienie 500 features six iconic hot dog-themed vehicles battling it out at Indianapolis Motor Speedway in a lighthearted race. Here’s everything you need to know about the 2026 Wienie 500, including … Read more