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2026 FIFA WORLD CUP

FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks during the inauguration of the Colombian Football Federation’s hotel, where he expressed his support for Mexico ahead of the World Cup, in Barranquilla, Colombia, on Tuesday.
SOCCER
Feb 25, 2026
FIFA boss ‘very reassured’ about World Cup in Mexico despite violence
“Very reassured, everything’s good. It’s going to be spectacular,” Infantino said in the Colombian city of Barranquilla.
France's Kylian Mbappe scores on a penalty kick during a World Cup qualifier against Iceland in Paris on Sept. 9, 2025.
SOCCER
Jan 22, 2026
France not planning to boycott World Cup over Greenland issue
The World Cup will largely be played in the United States.
Japan head coach Hajime Moriyasu talks to reporters at National Stadium in Tokyo on Nov. 17.
SOCCER
Jan 19, 2026
Japan looks poised to take the next step at the World Cup. Its manager is not so sure.
Manager Hajime Moriyasu has repeatedly said that Samurai Blue is not a real threat to win it all, but some see momentum building toward a breakthrough.
A giant model of the official Trionda pro match ball for the 2026 FIFA World Cup is displayed inside the Adidas store in Manhattan in New York City on Wednesday.
SOCCER
Jan 13, 2026
U.S. invests in counter-drone tech to protect World Cup venues
The ‍FIFA ⁠World Cup will be a major ‍test of President Donald Trump’s pledge to keep the U.S. secure.
2026 is shaping up as a year of competing forces for Japan, with strong underlying momentum and reform potential outweighed by the risks from inflation, geopolitics and policy missteps if leadership does not act decisively.
COMMENTARY / Japan
Jan 8, 2026
The top 10 surprises for the Year of the Fire Horse
For 2026, the only certainty is that this year of the Fire Horse will be shaped both by existing trends that evolve and genuine surprises.
AS Monaco's Takumi Minamino in action against Paris Saint-Germain in Monaco on Nov. 29.
SOCCER
Dec 23, 2025
Minamino ruptures ACL, putting World Cup campaign in doubt
The 30-year-old suffered the injury while ‍playing in ⁠Monaco’s 2-1 win over Auxerre ‍in the French Cup on Sunday.
Spain's Mikel Merino (right) celebrates scoring against Bulgaria with teammate Lamine Yamal in Sofia on Sept. 4.
SOCCER
Dec 23, 2025
Spain ends 2025 atop FIFA men’s world rankings
Of the World Cup host nations, the U.S. will end ‍the ⁠year ranked No. 14, while Mexico sits just behind at No. 15 and Canada is ranked No. 27.
The World Cup trophy is displayed during the draw for the tournament in Washington on Dec. 5.
SOCCER / World cup
Dec 18, 2025
2026 World Cup winner to receive record $50 million in prize money
The total World Cup prize fund of $655 million represents an increase of almost 50% from the $440 million distributed to teams taking part in the last tournament in Qatar in 2022.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks during an event to announce the match schedule for the 2026 World Cup, in Washington on Dec. 6.
SOCCER
Dec 17, 2025
FIFA announces $60 World Cup tickets after pricing backlash
Soccer’s global governing body FIFA said in a statement that it had created a limited entry-level tier fixed at $60 for all 104 matches, including the final.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks during the 2026 World Cup draw in Washington on Dec. 6.
SOCCER / World cup
Dec 12, 2025
Fan group calls for ‘immediate halt’ to World Cup ticket sales over costs
According to the group, tickets for the competition will cost almost five times more than the 2022 edition in Qatar.
England's Harry Kane celebrates after scoring against Albania during a World Cup qualifier on Nov. 16.
SOCCER / World cup
Dec 11, 2025
England to face Uruguay and Japan ahead of 2026 World Cup
The two games will be the last time England coach Thomas Tuchel’s men play at home before they bid to end England’s 60-year wait for a major trophy.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks during a ceremony to announce the official match schedule for the 2026 World Cup on Saturday in Washington.
SOCCER / World cup
Dec 7, 2025
Contenders plot path to 2026 World Cup glory as FIFA reveals tournament schedule
Japan’s first match will be against the Netherlands on June 14 in Arlington, Texas.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino presents U.S. President Donald Trump with a peace prize during the ceremony to announce the draw for the 2026 World Cup on Friday in Washington.
WORLD / Politics
Dec 6, 2025
Trump all smiles as he wins FIFA’s new peace prize
The award was a compensation gift for a leader who still dreams of winning the Nobel Prize.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino during the draw for the 2026 World Cup in Washington on Friday.
SOCCER / World cup
Dec 6, 2025
2026 World Cup draw is kind to favorites as Trump takes limelight
Japan was drawn into a group that features the Netherlands, Tunisia and a yet-to-be determined European qualifier.
The World Cup trophy is displayed ahead of a FIFA panel in Washington on Wednesday.
SOCCER / World cup
Dec 5, 2025
FIFA eyes referee body cams and faster offside calls for 2026 World Cup
FIFA’s director of innovation said the governing body wanted to expand use of a referee body camera system and an advanced version of semiautomated offside.
England manager Thomas Tuchel reacts during a World Cup qualifying match against Andorra at Villa Park in Birmingham on Sept. 6.
SOCCER / World cup
Dec 5, 2025
Tuchel might keep substitutes inside if World Cup heat gets too fierce
Scorching heat was a major concern at the Club World Cup in the U.S. last June.
The NFL shield logo on the field at Allegiant Stadium in Paradise, Nevada on Nov. 23
MORE SPORTS / Football
Dec 5, 2025
NFL introduces mandatory field standards and sets deadline for replacements
The initiative represents the league’s most significant step toward standardizing playing conditions across its stadiums, addressing concerns about quality and player safety.
Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo leaves the pitch after being shown a red card against Ireland in Dublin on Nov. 13.
SOCCER / World cup
Nov 26, 2025
Ronaldo cleared to play opening matches at World Cup
FIFA confirmed that the 40-year-old had been given a three-match ban following a red card against Ireland, but barring a repeat incident, he will not serve any further punishment.
Fans cheer in the streets of Port-au-Prince, Haiti, following Haiti's victory over Nicaragua and qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, on Nov. 18.
SOCCER
Nov 25, 2025
Haitians rejoice over their first World Cup berth in 50 years
Haitians called the celebrations a rare outburst of joy given the security crisis in much of Haiti, where gangs have taken advantage of a power vacuum.
Italy coach Gennaro Gattuso speaks to members of the media after the World Cup Playoff Tournament and European Playoff draws in Zurich on Thursday.
SOCCER
Nov 21, 2025
Italy to face Northern Ireland in 2026 World Cup playoffs
Italy will take on Northern Ireland on March 26 next year at an Italian venue that is yet to be confirmed, after to the draw made in Zurich on Thursday.
Uruguay federation reportedly cancels charter flight after World Cup exit
Uruguay's Jose Maria Gimenez reacts after the team's loss against Spain at the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Friday.
Inside Japan’s rigid adoption system, a British family finds a way
James Benstead, his wife, Jesse, and their three children. Their adopted son is in the rear stroller.
India’s gig workers pay the price for exposure to New Delhi’s hazardous air
Rohit Kushwaha waits for a customer as he delivers his last parcel of the day, in New Delhi in January. His work as a delivery driver has helped pay the family’s bills, but has had a significant impact on his health.
Chinese and Russian bombers and fighter jets stage joint patrol near Japan
A Chinese Air Force H-6 bomber is seen during a joint patrol with Russian military aircraft on Saturday.
U.S. missile moves in Japan send China clear message: A new era has arrived
Soldiers conduct the first Typhon midrange capability live-fire exercise outside of the continental United States, firing an SM-6 missile in July last year in Australia's Northern Territory during Exercise Talisman Sabre.
Japan’s fertility system offers few safe paths for same-sex couples
A Tokyo Pride parade participant holds a sign that says "we want to be a married couple, not a couple."
Inside Japan’s rigid adoption system, a British family finds a way
James Benstead, his wife, Jesse, and their three children. Their adopted son is in the rear stroller.
A French ship with close ties to Japan combines arts and sciences on the high seas
Romain Troublé, the executive director of Tara Ocean Foundation, speaks to visitors aboard the Tara during a rare port call in Tokyo in April.
In Kyushu’s far south, Senti.U sparks a culinary destination
Chef Yasuhiko Uchida was born in Saga Prefecture but has made his home in Kanoya, Kagoshima Prefecture, since 2012.
‘The colors speak for themselves’: How Japan’s chroma bible went global
“A Dictionary of Color Combinations” is meant to function as a quick-reference guide for artists, designers and anyone with a passing interest in aesthetics as a quantifiable pursuit.

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