FIFA World Cup 2026
USA · Canada · Mexico
The trophy
FIFA World Cup 2026 trophy — the most prestigious award in international football.
Maple · Official mascot
Official mascot of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, hosted in the USA, Canada and Mexico.
Host cities
The FIFA World Cup 2026 will be hosted across 8 cities: New York, Los Angeles, Mexico City, Toronto, Dallas, Miami, Atlanta, Seattle.
- New York
- Los Angeles
- Mexico City
- Toronto
- Dallas
- Miami
- Atlanta
- Seattle
WC news
Official: Ronald Koeman leaves his position as coach of
Ronald Koeman formalized his departure from the head of the Dutch national team following the disappointment of the 2026 World Cup, where the Oranje were prematurely eliminated by Morocco in a penalty shootout. Under pressure for his tactical choices and his philosophy deemed too defensive, Koeman ended his second term with the selection. The Dutch federation will now have to find a new coach to turn the page and prepare for the future.
Three Argentinian players prosecuted for assault after the fight in
Three players from the Argentina team are being prosecuted for assault by the authorities following a fight at the end of the 2022 World Cup final. The incident continues to elicit strong reactions in the international football community.
Ancelotti refuses Italy and confirms his loyalty to Brazil: a
Invited by the Italian Federation to become coach, Carlo Ancelotti chose to remain at the head of Brazil, thus confirming his commitment until the 2030 World Cup. He intends to prepare a new cycle with the emergence of young Brazilian talents.
Thomas Tuchel feels the craze around England in
As we approach the semi-finals of the 2026 World Cup, Thomas Tuchel spoke about the electric atmosphere that animates England and its supporters, confident in a possible conquest of the supreme title.
Lamine Yamal is a sensation and sows doubt in the defense of the Blues
In the semi-final of the 2026 World Cup between Spain and France in Dallas, Lamine Yamal was one of the major players in the match. The young Spanish winger disrupted the French defense by his ease ball in the foot, forcing a decisive foul from Lucas Digne that led to the first Spanish goal. Even though he did not score or deliver any assists, his constant activity on the side and his technical quality were decisive in Spain's 2-0 victory, to the point of arousing admiration...
Will FIFA really push for a 64-team World Cup
Anglo-Saxon media are questioning a possible ambition of FIFA to go beyond the 48 teams already scheduled for 2026. The idea of a 64-nation World Cup raises as many business opportunities as practical constraints for federations, clubs and players.
Spain, Rodri: “We brought the match to our pitch,
Rodri looked back on Spain's 0-2 victory over France in the semi-final and insisted on collective superiority and the importance of rest before the final.
World Cup weather: France-Spain hot and humid for
According to the New York Times, the heat and humidity weighed on the comfort of the fans before and after the France-Spain semi-final. A reminder of the health and logistical issues related to weather conditions during a big match.
Thunderbolt: Spain eliminates France and social networks
Spain dominated France in the semi-finals of the 2026 World Cup, winning 2-0 to reach the grand final. The brilliant play of Rodri and Lamine Yamal caused a sensation, while the French defeat fueled many mockeries on social networks, particularly targeting Mbappé and his teammates.
Claude Makélélé supports Kylian Mbappé for the Ballon d 'Or after his
Claude Makélélé, an emblematic figure of French football, spoke in favour of Kylian Mbappé for the next Ballon d 'Or, highlighting his considerable impact during the 2026 World Cup. The former Real Madrid midfielder believes that Mbappé embodies Ronaldo's worthy successor and salutes his level of play during France's run to the semi-finals.
Deschamps bitter after the elimination against Spain: "The referee
Didier Deschamps expressed his deep disappointment after the elimination of the French Team in the semi-finals of the World Cup against Spain. The coach highlighted the technical weaknesses of his players, the incidents of the match such as Saliba's injury and Rabiot's card, while questioning the level of refereeing provided by Ivan Barton.
The FIFA President's controversial plan to entrust
FIFA President Gianni Infantino proposes to entrust the operational management of the World Cup to a private entity with major funding, which provokes strong opposition among football players and beyond.
UEFA to discuss World Cup boycott in meeting
Gianni Infantino's proposal to market the World Cup differently has aroused significant controversy. UEFA is planning an emergency meeting to discuss the possibility of a boycott, deepening a potential conflict between federations.
2026 World Scorer Ranking as of July 14, 2026: who leads,
After Spain's 2-0 victory over France in the semifinals, Kylian Mbappé retains the lead in the 2026 World Cup scoring standings with eight goals, beating Lionel Messi in the assists.
FIFA imposes an ultimatum on the federations for the partial sale
FIFA's intentions to cede a share of the World Cup and other tournaments to private groups took a decisive turn. FIFA President Gianni Infantino gave the 211 federations 53 days to accept the $53 million offer, while UEFA issued a statement in response to the project.
Egypt: what will become of the heroes of the 2026 World Cup after
Excluded from the 2026 World Cup after reaching the top 16, the Egyptian internationals are about to experience a new impetus in their clubs or wonder about their future in selection. Focus on the path that awaits the golden generation of Egyptian football.
Ranking of Barça players at the 2026 World Cup: at least
The 2026 World Cup saw sixteen players linked to FC Barcelona representing eight different national teams. If not all of them had the same influence, eight of them rose to the roof of the world with Spain. This ranking analyzes their performance, minutes of play and decisive contributions to draw up a complete assessment.
When will the European Championships start for the 2026/27 season?
The 2026/27 season of the European Championships will start on different dates depending on the country. The Bundesliga will launch hostilities on August 28, a little later than several neighbors. Our editorial team takes stock of the key dates of the revivals in France, England, Spain, Italy, Germany and beyond, to allow fans to anticipate the resumption of football on the continent.
Watch Lionel Messi make World Cup history
Bleacher Report broadcasts a video that went viral where Lionel Messi scores a goal for Argentina against Jordan, a sequence that is considered historic for the World Cup. A look back at the video and the symbolic weight of such a moment for the Argentine.
The United States women's team will host Spain twice in
The United States Women's National Team (USWNT) will face Spain at home twice in October, as part of its preparation for the qualifiers for the next World Cup. This friendly double confrontation will allow the Americans to compete against one of the best European selections, reflecting the importance of refining their squad and their tactical approach before major international deadlines.