World Cup contenders: Are Morocco ready to go all the way this time?
The Atlas Lions aim to better their historic 2022 semifinal appearance but have had a chaotic run-in.

The Atlas Lions aim to better their historic 2022 semifinal appearance but have had a chaotic run-in.









Federal agents will be present during the World Cup, but immigration enforcement will not occur, county sheriff says.
Departing Deschamps looks to win second title with side led by superstar forwards Kylian Mbappe and Ousmane Dembele.
Bafana Bafana’s departure was delayed due to non-issuance of visas for several players and support staff.
Zee will broadcast the 2026 and 2030 World Cups and the 2027 Women’s World Cup among 39 FIFA tournaments until 2034.

Teachers marched in Mexico demanding better pay and pensions, warning of further protests ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

Activists put up missing persons posters to raise awareness of the disappearance crisis ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
Canada are playing only their third World Cup, but have high hopes for a talented squad under coach Jesse Marsch.
England cruised through qualifying, but some fans are concerned over the squad selection and the form against top teams.
Red cards for covering mouths, corner kicks for time wasting and broadened use of VAR technology will be implemented.
Christian Pulisic breaks goal drought as US beat Senegal 3-2 in international friendly ahead of World Cup.