As part of our buildup to the 2026 FIFA men’s World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico, we are publishing excerpted chapters from The Soccer 100, The Athletic’s definitive book on the 100 ...

We’re using the World Cup as an excuse to eat our way around town and watch the games with this city’s superfans. Where?

Iraq made it to the World Cup for the first time in 40 years via the most circuitous route. An epic 21-match qualification ...

Attendees of the World Cup will not be allowed to carry reusable water bottles into venues due to safety concerns, FIFA said ...

The wait is finally over, and we now know the 26 players Thomas Tuchel will be taking with him to the World Cup.

With one week to go until the World Cup, Spain face Iraq in their latest warm-up match as preparations for this summer’s tournament continue. La Roja remain one of the favourites to win the biggest ...