Re-ranking the 48 World Cup teams after day six: France and Argentina justify their top spots
Both of the finalists from Qatar 2022, holders Argentina and runners-up France, got their tournaments underway on Tuesday…
Curacao… up? Re-ranking the 48 World Cup teams after day four of the tournament
The Athletic has live coverage of Belgium vs Egypt in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. When does a…
Which World Cup matches had empty seats? Breaking down attendance across the tournament
The second game of the 2026 World Cup was notable for what appeared to be thousands of empty…
World Cup 2026 top scorer: Who is in the Golden Boot race?
“Sometimes in football, you have to score goals.” It’s three days into the 2026 World Cup and Thierry…
Who’s Winning The World Cup? Day One – Tears, red cards and altitude
The Athletic has live coverage of USMNT vs. Paraguay at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Welcome to The…
World Cup Recap: Mexico reminds everyone why we love soccer but hydration breaks spark uproar
The 2026 World Cup began Thursday with eruptions of joy in Mexico City. At long last — after…
Breaking down the dirtiest World Cup opening game we’ve ever seen – or was it?
Was that the cleanest ‘dirty game’ the World Cup has ever produced? The plain facts are these: referee…
Fox uses World Cup hydration breaks for commercials – but leaves fans missing action
The Athletic has live coverage of South Korea vs Czech Republic in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. U.S.…
Why a World Cup is the biggest event on planet Earth
The Athletic has live coverage of South Korea vs Czech Republic in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. It’s…
World Cup predictions: Mexico vs South Africa, South Korea vs Czech Republic on matchday 1
The Athletic has live coverage of Mexico vs. South Africa in the opening match of the 2026 FIFA…
Ranking the top 50 players at the 2026 World Cup: From Dembele to Kane, but do Messi and Ronaldo feature?
Get free access to the most comprehensive World Cup coverage in The Athletic app. Everyone loves the World…
A team-by-team guide to the 2026 World Cup: What to expect and who to watch
The 48 teams competing at this summer’s World Cup are making their final preparations for the tournament in…