World Cup Overview

The legendary forward will be 41 when the tournament kicks-off and will hope to inspire the hosts one final time

Gianni Infantino has received a significant boost in his quest for a third term as FIFA president after the Asian Football Confederation performed a dramatic U-turn to endorse his leadership. The move comes just months after the AFC joined other continental bodies in a fierce criticism of the Swiss-Italian official over a controversial World Cup investment plan.

FIFA has officially announced that the United States will play host to the first-ever Women’s Club World Cup in 2028, marking a massive milestone for the professional game. Alongside this landmark hosting decision, the governing body has committed to a significant financial boost for the 2027 Women’s World Cup in Brazil to ensure players and clubs receive greater rewards than ever before.

The United States Women's Under-17 team have made history by securing the largest victory at any age level in a World Cup tournament. They delivered an incredible 17-0 thrashing against Samoa in their opening match, with talented forward Maddie DiMaria leading the charge by scoring six remarkable goals to etch her name alongside the best in the sport.