World Cup Rules: What Are Yellow and Red Cards? What Are Accumulation Rules?

It’s a scene we’ve seen played throughout the history of the World Cup time and time again.  A hard foul by a player that sends his opponent writhing in pain onto the pitch. The referee races over, whistling frantically while players from both sides gather around to push and plead. Sometimes the official gives just … Read more

World Cup FAQ: What Are Yellow and Red Cards? What Are Accumulation Rules?

It’s a scene we’ve seen played throughout the history of the World Cup time and time again.  A hard foul by a player that sends his opponent writhing in pain onto the pitch. The referee races over, whistling frantically while players from both sides gather around to push and plead. Sometimes the official gives just … Read more

World Cup FAQ: How Many Players Are On A World Cup Roster?

On soccer’s biggest stage, the FIFA World Cup showcases the world’s elite soccer talent as 48 countries compete for the sport’s highest honor. As countries draw players across various clubs and leagues, the process for World Cup rosters becomes complex.  Which raises various questions: How are these teams chosen, how many players can a roster … Read more

USA Icon Cobi Jones Immortalized With Statue, Reus Leads Galaxy To Victory

The Los Angeles Galaxy celebrated their past and present on Sunday, unveiling a statue of club and USA men’s national team legend Cobi Jones before Marco Reus scored twice to rally the Galaxy to a 2-1 victory over Real Salt Lake. The 55-year-old UCLA alum became the third player honored with a statue at Dignity … Read more

MLS ‘Conspiracy’? Former USA World Cup Coaches Debunk Roster Selection Myth

For years, a cloud of conspiracy has hung over the United States men’s national team: Does Major League Soccer dictate who makes the roster?  In a revealing roundtable discussion, former U.S. managers Bob Bradley, Jürgen Klinsmann, and Steve Sampson sat down with FOX Sports’ Stu Holden ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The dynamic … Read more

Will Christian Pulisic’s Goal Drought End Against Weston McKennie And Juventus?

In 2022, Christian Pulisic never looked happier. The U.S. national team headliner was sat at a podium in a tent next to the Americans’ training base in Qatar basking in the glory of his first World Cup goal — a game winner against Iran that sent the Americans to the round of 16. Normally almost … Read more

2026 World Cup Odds: France Joins Spain as Co-Favorites After Lamine Yamal Injury

There are less than 50 days remaining until the biggest sporting event America has ever hosted. The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be held in North America, with live coverage on FOX and the FOX Sports app.  Bettors and fans already have their sights set on the global spectacle, which will kick off on June … Read more

1 World Cup Player To Watch From All 48 Teams

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will ultimately come to life because of its constellation of stars, and this summer’s tournament will be full of them.  From living legends like Argentina’s Lionel Messi and Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo to goal machines Kylian Mbappé of France and Erling Haaland of Norway — these are the names who’ll take … Read more

What Will It Take For USA To Win 2026 World Cup? ‘High Capability Of Suffering’

“Why not us?” That’s the mantra that United States men’s national team coach Mauricio Pocchetino has used to motivate his team ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be co-hosted on home soil (along with Canada and Mexico) this summer.  But how realistic is that objective for the U.S. with less than two … Read more

USA’s Jonathan Klinsmann Suffers Broken Neck Playing In Italian Second Division

Goalkeeper Jonathan Klinsmann, the son of former Germany striker Jürgen Klinsmann, is recovering from a broken neck sustained playing for second-tier Italian side Cesena on Saturday. He was stretchered off the field in a neck brace following a collision with a Palermo player and taken to a hospital in the Sicilian capital. The club said … Read more