When the final whistle blew in Qatar, Lionel Messi fell to his knees in a state of catharsis. It took a penalty shootout ...

In the quiet of his home in Asaba, Delta State, Sir Itiako Ikpokpo called a few people together to discuss Nigeria sports. He was concerned about the dwindling fortunes of the sector, and the ...

This is the third in a series on The Athletic looking back at the winners of each World Cup, from Uruguay in 1930 through to ...

Kicking off on June 15, the competition will culminate on July 13, with games taking place in twelve venues across eleven ...

President Trump started a trade war that could undermine some of the long-term benefits of one of the biggest sports events ...

Inter Miami and Messi will face Vancouver Whitecaps in the Concacaf Champions Cup semifinals. If they get past their MLS foe ...

With soccer fans eager for confirmation, Lionel Messi shared an honest admission about his plans for the 2026 FIFA World Cup ...

CAF has fined its president’s club $100,000 after violent fan clashes at an African Champions League game between two teams that are going to the FIFA Club World Cup in the United States.

Former USMNT captain Clint Dempsey talks to CNN Sports about his concerns over the national team ahead of the 2026 World Cup. But fret not, “it’s not all doom and gloom,” he says.

The World Cup is considering Oklahoma City and Norman as potential team bases. It means teams have a lot of options for where they live and train during the World Cup. One option is on the old ...

Superstar forward Cristiano Ronaldo is on the verge of penning a new contract with Saudi Pro League heavyweights Al ...

Excitement is building for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. It's been 31 years since North Texas hosted the tournament.