Iran and the U.S. cut diplomatic ties in 1980, and the players are expected to use their time in Turkey to complete the necessary procedures for obtaining visas.

The beloved plush brand released soccer balls, an adorable whistle and the only red card you'd ever wish for, timed perfectly to the 2026 tournament.

Several big-name stars are hitting the World Cup stage for performances during opening ceremonies and a final halftime show. See the full list.

The countdown to the FIFA World Cup in Atlanta feels a little more real Thursday morning since the sport's most recognizable prize is in the city.

The excitement is building to the tournament starting on June 11 but plenty of concerns remain about how it will all play out

Manchester United defender Matthijs de Ligt has seen his season and World Cup dreams come to an end after undergoing surgery on a persistent back injury.

The United States enters the tournament under pressure as one of the three host nations and under added scrutiny at the first World Cup hosted in the United States since 1994. Reaching the quarterfinals would match the USMNT's modern-era best (2002) and signal that they are truly one of the top teams in the world.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup Final will get a Super Bowl-life halftime show featuring BTS, Shakira and Madonna. Tickets are available now.

Fan buys missing Chile sticker for £150 after finding almost completed album in his loft

There is exactly a month until the start of the 2026 World Cup being hosted across North America. The tournament news agenda continues to be dominated by the costs facing supporters hoping to watch matches across the three host countries.