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2026 World Cup fixtures and broadcasters

Discover the 2026 World Cup dates, match schedule, group standings, results and every channel broadcasting the tournament.

FIFA chaos! Third-place playoff suspended—result determined by committee

FIFA has been left facing scrutiny after unprecedented scenes at the Arab Cup, with the third-place playoff abandoned because of severe lightning storms and never restarted. Instead of finishing the match, football’s governing body handed responsibility to a committee, which ultimately decided the outcome away from the pitch, leaving both teams sharing third place in a chaotic conclusion.

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Saudi Arabia vs Jordan: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the FIFA Arab Cup match between Saudi Arabia and Jordan, as well as kick-off time and team news

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Saudi Crown Prince considers shock €10b offer for Barcelona

Barcelona’s long-running financial crisis has taken a dramatic twist after reports claimed Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is weighing up a staggering €10 billion offer to buy the club. The proposal, which would theoretically wipe out Barca’s massive debt and reshape their future, has sparked huge intrigue - even though such a takeover remains a difficult hurdle to overcome.

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IN FULL: World Cup 2026 group-stage draw

The World Cup 2026 draw has been made, with England set to face Croatia in the group stages, and the USMNT to take on Australia. Brazil have been drawn with Morocco, while France will play Senegal and Argentina must face Austria.

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adidas reveals 2026 FIFA World Cup home kits

adidas drops their largest ever collection of home kits ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026

Saudi Arabia to build World Cup stadium on top of skyscraper

Saudi Arabia's efforts to make waves in the sporting world look set to continue when the wealthy Gulf nation hosts the 2034 World Cup. But a football stadium 350 metres off the ground seems ambitious even for them following the viral emergence of concept designs for a brand new venue dubbed the NEOM Stadium. A list of 15 host stadia complete with concept art was first revealed in the summer of 2024.

Ex-Barca star sacked after failing to seal World Cup spot

The Indonesian Football Association (PSSI) has announced the sacking of former Barcelona legend Patrick Kluivert from his role as head coach. The decision follows Indonesia’s 1-0 loss to Iraq, which saw them finish bottom of their World Cup qualifying group and eliminated from contention for next year's competition. Kluivert stepped into the role in January, but has been sacked alongside the rest of his coaching staff.

How to get Saudi Arabia vs Iraq World Cup 2026 Qualifier tickets

Here’s exactly how you can secure tickets to Saudi Arabia vs Iraq AFC World Cup 2026 Qualifiers

Gianni Infantino hints at 2034 World Cup rescheduling

FIFA President Gianni Infantino believes that the international calendar should be changed in order to accommodate winter World Cups in the future. With the 2034 edition currently scheduled to take place in the height of summer in Saudi Arabia, football's showpiece could follow Qatar's lead in 2022 and move to the winter, which saw domestic seasons start earlier and finish later.

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Mexico v Saudi Arabia - Gold Cup 2025: Quarter Finals

Aguirre on 16-year-old Mora's El Tri debut: ‘He is making history’

Mexico will face Honduras next Wednesday, July 2, at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif., in the semifinals of the Gold Cup

Vega leads Mexico to win over Saudi Arabia, reach semifinals

El Tri, which have gone 293 minutes without conceding a goal, will face Honduras Wednesday at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara

'It irritates me' - Aguirre on El Tri's strikers misfiring in Gold Cup

Mexico face Saudi Arabia this Saturday in the Gold Cup Quarterfinals.

Mexico's Chávez to miss Gold Cup with ACL tear, out 6-8 months

The Mexican midfielder couldn’t complete Wednesday’s training session.

WATCH: Santi Giménez, Edson Álvarez shoot hoops with Jimmy Butler

Mexico’s national team is training in San Diego ahead of Saturday’s clash with Saudi Arabia in Phoenix.

Yaya Toure in contention to land first manager job

African all-time great Yaya Toure could be closing in on landing his first job as head coach with second-tier Belgian side Daring Brussels.

'See you in the Gold Cup final' - Herrera boasts to Aguirre

Mexico will face Saudi Arabia in the quarterfinals, while Costa Rica will take on the USMNT

Giménez slams referee after disallowed goal in Mexico's draw

Javier Aguirre's team advanced as Group A leader with seven points

'Focus on the process' - Poch's side march into knockouts

The win wasn't as comprehensive as the Gold Cup opener but, for Mauricio Pochettino and the USMNT, it was just as important

Richards the hero, USMNT advance to Gold Cup knockouts

The U.S. didn't get many clean looks at goal, but Richards made the most of it when he did, scoring game-winner in 63rd minute

United States v Trinidad and Tobago - Gold Cup 2025

'He's changing the culture' - Donovan commends Poch's progress

Donovan says Pochettino's impact is starting to manifest itself after the team's dominant performance against Trinidad and Tobago

'Roll it out again' - Edu calls on Poch to stay with winning XI

Mauricio Pochettino has a selection dilemma on his hands, with the U.S. facing a far stronger side in Gold Cup group stage

Lalas: USMNT need to put best foot forward vs. Saudi Arabia

Lalas says the USMNT will stick with the same starting XI from their Gold Cup opener, stressed importance of momentum

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'The next test' - Chemistry key for Luna, McGlynn, Tillman

With a resounding Gold Cup-opening victory in their back pocket, the USMNT have reason to smile - but not for too long

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