These eight lowkey MLS stars are primed to make legendary claims to 2026 FIFA World Cup fame in the group stage.

Manager: Vladimir Petkovic. Bosnian coach took over in 2024 having previously guided Switzerland to the 2018 World Cup and ...

These are the underdogs of the 2026 World Cup who will be aiming to add another shock or two to the history books. Graham ...

Argentina topped the ​​CONMEBOL qualification group, finishing nine points clear of second-placed Ecuador. It has been one of ...

The World Cup is one week away, meaning the biggest event in the world is upon us. Here are our top story lines, from U.S.

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, two of soccer's all-time greats, will likely make their final bows on the sport's biggest ...

These goalkeepers could prove absolutely vital to their teams’ chances at this summer’s World Cup.

Lamine Yamal is a key figure in Spain's World Cup squad, but why is the 18-year-old quick to dismiss Messi comparisons?

A quick glance at the oddsboard shows that some of the sport's most popular players are expected to lead their respective ...

Trade 2026 World Cup predictions from Polymarket. Winner markets, Golden Boot odds, USMNT Group preview and how to trade with ...

Goalies will keep making big saves and defenders will keep putting their bodies on the line, but it’s the attacking players ...

As part of our buildup to the 2026 FIFA men’s World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico, we are publishing excerpted chapters from The Soccer 100, The Athletic’s definitive book on the 100 ...