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World Cup begins with Mexico hosting South Africa in opening match
World Cup begins with Mexico hosting South Africa in opening match Africa Issued on: 12:22 min From the show Reading time 1 min In tonight's edition, the World Cup kicks off with co-hosts Mexico taking on South Africa in front of 80,000 fans at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. Also, as Africa sends the most teams that it ever has to the tournament, we revisit the legacy of the first team from the continent to head to the World Cup. And hundreds of Nigerians are repatriated from escalating...
Germany upbeat as final World Cup preparations begin
Germany upbeat as final World Cup preparations begin June 9, 2026"We have excellent conditions here, both on the pitch and off it," Germany coach Julian Nagelsman told reporters a few hours after the team's arrival at Wake Forest University campus in Winston-Salem, USA. "If you feel comfortable and can prepare well, the likelihood of playing good matches increases. And if you deliver good performances, the chances of success rise, too," added the 38-year-old, who is about to take part in his...
US Homeland Security chief defends visa denials as World Cup begins
US Homeland Security chief defends visa denials as World Cup begins Source: Reuters We know it's a hassle to switch browsers but we want your experience with CNA to be fast, secure and the best it can possibly be. To continue, upgrade to a supported browser or, for the finest experience, download the mobile app. Upgraded but still having issues?
2026 World Cup: France begin their preparation with a defeat against Ivory Coast
2026 World Cup: France begin their preparation with a defeat against Ivory Coast It was a false start for France after losing 2-1 to Ivory Coast in their first warm-up match before the World Cup. While Rayan Cherki put on a show, France lost control in the second half, allowing the Elephants to come back and take the lead, notably thanks to an outstanding performance from Guéla Doué. To display this content from YouTube, you must enable advertisement tracking and audience measurement.
England star Declan Rice lands himself in hot water before World Cup even begins
England star Declan Rice lands himself in hot water before World Cup even begins Declan Rice is expected to be a key player for England at the World Cup but the Arsenal midfielder has already had a stern telling off even before the Three Lions campaign gets underway Declan Rice has got himself in trouble with his mum - after being sun burnt for his World Cup photoshoot. Rice admits he found it difficult to adjust to the sunshine and weather after turning up in Florida for England ’s...
2026 FIFA World Cup begins with Mexico hosting South Africa in opening match
The extravaganza hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada is the biggest World Cup in history, stretching until the final in New Jersey on 19 July. The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicked off on Thursday evening with co-hosts Mexico taking on South Africa in the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, launching a sprawling tournament of 48 teams that will last nearly six weeks. The extravaganza hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada is the biggest World Cup in history, stretching until the final...
LA-area stadium workers to vote on strike a week before World Cup begins
Workers say they deserve a greater share of the windfall and want protection from ICE and invasive data collectionWorkers at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, are voting on whether to authorize a strike one week before World Cup soccer games are slated to begin in the Los Angeles area. Unite Here Local 11’s strike authorization vote comes as ongoing negotiations for a new contract with stadium operator Legends Global have stalled, with workers saying they deserve a greater share of the...
England’s heatseekers begin World Cup countdown with Tampa test
The FA’s data-driven approach towards the World Cup is into its final stages as Tuchel’s side take on New Zealand“It was hot in ‘94,” thundered Alexi Lalas, the former USA defender turned Fox Sports analyst, who starred for his country when they were the sole World Cup hosts that year. It’s going to be hot again this time. ”Lalas’s booming address came last December at the draw in Washington DC for this summer’s tournament and, to digress slightly, it was difficult not to fixate on his sheer...
England’s heatseekers begin World Cup countdown with Tampa test
The FA’s data-driven approach towards the World Cup is into its final stages as Tuchel’s side take on New Zealand“It was hot in ‘94,” thundered Alexi Lalas, the former USA defender turned Fox Sports analyst, who starred for his country when they were the sole World Cup hosts that year. It’s going to be hot again this time. ”Lalas’s booming address came last December at the draw in Washington DC for this summer’s tournament and, to digress slightly, it was difficult not to fixate on his sheer...
For many fans, the World Cup begins with a pack of stickers. The U.S. is catching up
Collecting Panini stickers is a World Cup tradition beloved in Europe and Latin America. In the U.S., interest has been building steadily, and this summer, the buzz is bigger than ever. (Image credit: Joe Raedle)