2026 FIFA World Cup

How the USMNT is preparing for Bosnia & Herzegovina

Sam Borden reports the latest from the USMNT training camp, where players are preparing after several days off.

Japan are more than ready for their World Cup rematch with Brazil

Twenty years ago -- almost to the day -- Japan fell 4-1 to a Brazil line-up laden with stars. Now, the Samurai Blue feel like the tables are starting to turn.

FIFA World Cup 2026 stats: Eustáquio equals Pirlo's World Cup record with 5 as Canada make history

ESPN's By The Numbers brings you best stats from the World Cup action on June 28.

Brazil manager Ancelotti won't engage in Japan 'mind games'

Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti refused to engage in 'mind games' ahead of the round of 32 clash with Japan on Monday.

Germany face 'uncomfortable opponent' in Paraguay at World Cup, says Julian Nagelsmann

Julian Nagelsmann said Paraguay are an "uncomfortable" opponent for Germany in the round of 32 and believes his team will need a "perfect" performance to get through.

Socceroos' phenom Lucas Herrington staying present despite global interest

Lucas Herrington, 18, says he's staying locked in on the Socceroos' looming Round of 32 clash with Egypt, and not the reported interest of some of the world's biggest clubs.

Socceroos World Cup Daily: Salah doubt builds Australia's hope

ESPN's Socceroos Cup Diaries has all you need to know about Australia's journey in North America, all in one place.

Ancelotti says Brazil will not play 'mind games' vs. Japan

Ancelotti says Brazil will not play 'mind games' vs. Japan.

Marsch's 'Canadian heroes' deliver defining win over South Africa

After Canada beat South Africa to win their first-ever FIFA World Cup knockout match and advance to the round of 16, coach Jesse Marsch didn't hesitate to call his players "Canadian heroes."

Eustáquio: Canada need to 'stay humble' ahead of Round of 16 clash

Eustáquio: Canada need to 'stay humble' ahead of Round of 16 clash

World Cup Daily: Canada beat South Africa; Haaland in NYC; Iran despair

The knockout stage has officially begun! The round of 32 at the 2026 World Cup begins with our first match being South Africa against co-hosts Canada in Inglewood, California.

Takefusa Kubo out vs Brazil but Japan eager to 'change history' at World Cup

For the third consecutive game Japan will be without key playmaker Takefusa Kubo for Monday's massive round-of-32 meeting with Brazil.