Mexico

The World Cup 2026 opens with a vibrant ceremony as Shakira, Andrea Bocelli and a cavalcade of Latino stars blend with Indigenous Mexican displays at the Estadio Azteca.

In 2020, Mexico World Cup goal scorer Raúl Jiménez was lying on the turf of the Arsenal Stadium receiving oxygen after fracturing his skull and injuring his brain.

Australian soccer legend Johnny Warren once asked why Australia was content with just qualifying for a World Cup. Australia coach Tony Popovic is remembering that as he aims higher than ever before at the tournament. 

A record number of players over 40 will feature at this year's World Cup. So what part does sports science play in keeping the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo on the pitch longer? 

The 2026 FIFA World Cup gets underway as South Korea comes from a goal down to beat Czechia 2-1 and Mexico defeats South Africa 2-0 in an opening game which features three red cards.

FIFA president Gianni Infantino defends soccer's governing body's handling of visa issues and ticket prices ahead of the World Cup.

Check out when your team's matches are kicking off at the 2026 FIFA World Cup so you don't miss a match.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be the biggest ever staged — but it’s also one of the most controversial.

As Mexicans prepare to host or co-host the FIFA World Cup for a record third time, many locals are frustrated by being locked out of the tournament, while others are more optimistic.

Struggled to keep up with the rollercoaster of controversies that plagued the build-up to this World Cup? We've got you covered.

A former FIFA official says the upcoming World Cup has been tainted by corporate greed as two US states investigate ticket pricing and practices. 

Socceroos captain Mat Ryan is a long way from home, but he has found an unexpected connection in Oakland.

The FIFA World Cup is the biggest single-sport event on the planet and has delivered numerous historical moments, from Diego Maradona's "hand of God" in 1986 to Zinedine Zidane's infamous headbutt on Marco Materazzi.

If you're an Aussie fan making the trip, or already there, share your experience with us.

The Socceroos have finished their warm-up games, and now turn their attention to Türkiye in their first World Cup match. So, what have we learned from their friendly games against Mexico and Switzerland?

Connor Metcalfe takes aim at comments coming from US experts ahead of the Socceroos' upcoming FIFA World Cup campaign.

A sense of calm has swept over Andrew Moloney since arriving in Japan for a world title shot built on years, and hundreds of thousands of dollars, of sacrifice.

Human rights advocate and former Socceroos captain Craig Foster says he is concerned by the lack of players speaking out about the United States' human rights record.

Recently realigned Cristian Volpato and Japan-born Tete Yengi are in line for potential national debuts after being named in Australia's squad for this year's World Cup.

Ulama remains an important part of Mexican identity, with authorities leveraging the momentum of the FIFA World Cup to shine a spotlight on the ancient sport once again.