Iran will play in 2026 World Cup in U.S. despite war, FIFA president says: report
FIFA says Iran will participate in the 2026 World Cup, even as tensions with the U.S. raise concerns about safety.
FIFA says Iran will participate in the 2026 World Cup, even as tensions with the U.S. raise concerns about safety.
FIFA World Cup 2026: Here’s what we do — and don’t — know about preparations
Houston’s 2026 FIFA World Cup plans include seven matches at NRG Stadium, a Fan Festival in EaDo, expanded METRO service, rising hotel demand, security funding, and a DR Congo team base camp. Here’s what we know and what remains unclear.
Houston’s 2026 FIFA World Cup plans include seven matches at NRG Stadium, a Fan Festival in EaDo, expanded METRO service, rising hotel demand, security funding, and a DR Congo team base camp. Here’s what we know and what remains unclear.
The history of the FIFA World Cup: From 1930 origins to the global stage as 2026 kicks off in June
From its 1930 origins to today, here’s how the FIFA World Cup has evolved by era ahead of 2026.
From its 1930 origins to today, here’s how the FIFA World Cup has evolved by era ahead of 2026.
FIFA adds even more expensive World Cup ticket groups. What we know
Ahead of the start of the 2026 World Cup, FIFA has introduced even more expensive ticket categories, pushing prices for prime seats for matches to prominent levels.
Ahead of the start of the 2026 World Cup, FIFA has introduced even more expensive ticket categories, pushing prices for prime seats for matches to prominent levels.
Why is NRG Stadium sign being taken down? Reason behind Houston Stadium name change
Crews began taking down the NRG Stadium sign in Houston. Here's why.
Crews began taking down the NRG Stadium sign in Houston. Here's why.
Argentina, Honduras to meet at Kyle Field in international friendly
Current world soccer champion Argentina will meet Honduras in College Station ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
Current world soccer champion Argentina will meet Honduras in College Station ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
Houston businesses gear up for $1.5B economic score ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026
Houston business leaders gathered at Pitch 25 today for a Bank of America summit to draft their economic "game plan" for the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026.
Houston business leaders gathered at Pitch 25 today for a Bank of America summit to draft their economic "game plan" for the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026.
What is the World Cup Golden Boot? A look at the last 7 winners and the favorites for 2026
What is the World Cup Golden Boot? Here’s how it works, the last seven winners and the top contenders for 2026.
What is the World Cup Golden Boot? Here’s how it works, the last seven winners and the top contenders for 2026.
FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour 2026: See the 23 cities left before June kickoff
The World Cup trophy will soon blow into the Windy City as soccer fans in all of the tournament’s host cities – as well as several more – will get a sneak preview of one of sports’ biggest prizes.
The World Cup trophy will soon blow into the Windy City as soccer fans in all of the tournament’s host cities – as well as several more – will get a sneak preview of one of sports’ biggest prizes.
World Cup Fever: Superfans, Security, and Global Stories | Futbol HQ
World Cup excitement hits new heights on Futbol HQ. From a superfan willing to sell his home for the ultimate soccer experience to cities ramping up security and preparations, we take you inside the countdown to 2026.
World Cup excitement hits new heights on Futbol HQ. From a superfan willing to sell his home for the ultimate soccer experience to cities ramping up security and preparations, we take you inside the countdown to 2026.
FIFA World Cup 2026 ticket sales hit with long delays, $11,000 price tags
The final "first-come, first-served" sales phase for FIFA World Cup 2026 launched this week, but many Houston fans are facing technical glitches and online queues lasting up to eight hours.
The final "first-come, first-served" sales phase for FIFA World Cup 2026 launched this week, but many Houston fans are facing technical glitches and online queues lasting up to eight hours.
2026 World Cup tickets: Final sales window open; Resale starts April 2
Soccer fans who still need seats for the FIFA World Cup have one more chance to grab their tickets for this summer’s tournament.
Soccer fans who still need seats for the FIFA World Cup have one more chance to grab their tickets for this summer’s tournament.
Who will win the 2026 World Cup? Spain leads early Polymarket predictions as all 48 teams are set
With all 48 World Cup teams now confirmed, early prediction markets show Spain as the favorite to win the 2026 tournament, according to data from Polymarket.
With all 48 World Cup teams now confirmed, early prediction markets show Spain as the favorite to win the 2026 tournament, according to data from Polymarket.
All 48 teams in 2026 FIFA World Cup confirmed: See the full list of nations coming the tournament
The full field for the 2026 FIFA World Cup is set, with 48 teams confirmed for the first expanded tournament in history.
The full field for the 2026 FIFA World Cup is set, with 48 teams confirmed for the first expanded tournament in history.
Sweden, DR Congo secure final 2026 World Cup spots at Houston Stadium
The final pieces of Houston’s 2026 FIFA World Cup group-stage schedule are now in place, with Sweden and DR Congo earning the last remaining spots to complete the lineup of international teams set to play at NRG Stadium.
The final pieces of Houston’s 2026 FIFA World Cup group-stage schedule are now in place, with Sweden and DR Congo earning the last remaining spots to complete the lineup of international teams set to play at NRG Stadium.
Sweden clinches 2026 World Cup spot, will play in Arlington
Sweden has officially joined the 2026 World Cup lineup in Dallas after defeating Poland in a playoff, finalizing the city's schedule of nine matches and designating Frisco as the team's primary training base.
Sweden has officially joined the 2026 World Cup lineup in Dallas after defeating Poland in a playoff, finalizing the city's schedule of nine matches and designating Frisco as the team's primary training base.
NYC Hotel Concerns, Big Matchups, and Penalty Pressure | Futbol HQ
Concerns grow over fan accommodations in New York City as the World Cup nears. We break down a must-watch England vs. Croatia showdown, hear from Austin FC’s Brad Stuver on the pressure of penalty kicks, and see how Seattle is giving fans a shot at tickets through a new app. The countdown to 2026 continues.
Concerns grow over fan accommodations in New York City as the World Cup nears. We break down a must-watch England vs. Croatia showdown, hear from Austin FC’s Brad Stuver on the pressure of penalty kicks, and see how Seattle is giving fans a shot at tickets through a new app. The countdown to 2026 continues.
2026 FIFA World Cup tickets to go on sale on first-come first-serve basis
FIFA is launching their final, first-come, first-served ticket sales phase on April 1 for the 2026 World Cup. It includes a new seat-selection map and an official resale marketplace.
FIFA is launching their final, first-come, first-served ticket sales phase on April 1 for the 2026 World Cup. It includes a new seat-selection map and an official resale marketplace.
Texas awards $116M in public safety grants for 2026 FIFA World Cup security
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has awarded $116 million in public safety grants to host cities to bolster security, equipment, and emergency coordination ahead of the upcoming FIFA World Cup.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has awarded $116 million in public safety grants to host cities to bolster security, equipment, and emergency coordination ahead of the upcoming FIFA World Cup.
World Cup: 16 UEFA teams to participate in play-off tournament for four World Cup spots
The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) will hold its second round play-off to determine the final four teams that will compete for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) will hold its second round play-off to determine the final four teams that will compete for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.