2026 World Cup

Canada vs Bosnia and Herzegovina in Toronto opens the 2026 World Cup with a crucial early Group B opener

Canada opens the 2026 World Cup in Toronto against Bosnia and Herzegovina in Group B. The host nation has home support and fast transitions under Jesse Marsch, but Alphonso Davies’ absence changes the plan. Bosnia and Herzegovina can answer through Edin Džeko’s experience, set pieces and a compact defense

12.06.2026

Mexico open the 2026 World Cup with 2-0 win over South Africa and three red cards in Mexico City opener

Mexico opened the 2026 World Cup in Mexico City with a 2-0 win over South Africa and an immediate lead in Group A. Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez scored for the hosts at the historic stadium before a packed crowd, while the tense opener was marked by two South African red cards and a late dismissal for César Montes

Argentina beat Iceland 3-0 in Auburn as Messi scores from the bench before the 2026 World Cup opener

Argentina defeated Iceland 3-0 in Auburn in their final friendly before the 2026 World Cup. Lionel Messi came off the bench and scored from the penalty spot, while Valentín Barco and Thiago Almada completed a controlled win for the world champions at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Iceland offered a firm European test, but Lionel Scaloni’s side stayed in command

Portugal vs Nigeria 2-1 in Leiria: Roberto Martínez final test and key win before the 2026 World Cup

Portugal beat Nigeria 2-1 in Leiria in the final friendly before the 2026 World Cup. Goals from Pedro Neto and Francisco Conceição gave Roberto Martínez a useful win, while Akor Adams showed that Nigeria could punish defensive lapses from the favorite. The match offered Portugal a strong test of squad depth and a timely warning before Group K

England’s 3-0 win over Costa Rica in Orlando, a clean-sheet final warm-up before the 2026 World Cup opener

England defeated Costa Rica 3-0 in Orlando and completed their final warm-up with a clean sheet. Goals from Declan Rice, Anthony Gordon and Ollie Watkins underlined Thomas Tuchel’s attacking options, while England’s dominance in possession and chances raised expectations before the Group L opener at the 2026 World Cup

Infantino defends 2026 World Cup ticket prices as fans accuse FIFA of making tournament too expensive

Gianni Infantino rejects criticism over high ticket prices for the 2026 World Cup. FIFA says tournament revenue funds football across 211 member associations, while fan groups warn that the World Cup has become too expensive for ordinary supporters

FIFA decision on Haiti’s 2026 World Cup kit, Vertières motifs and return to the stage after 52 years

Haiti will play at the 2026 World Cup in a modified kit after FIFA rejected design motifs linked to the Battle of Vertières and the fight for independence. Saeta says the kit was not a political message, but a tribute to Haiti’s history and identity as the team returns to the World Cup after 52 years to face Brazil, Morocco and Scotland

Manchester City offer £106m for Elliot Anderson as Nottingham Forest resist Premier League transfer pressure

Manchester City are intensifying their pursuit of Elliot Anderson, with Nottingham Forest holding firm over one of the most expensive potential Premier League transfers of the summer. Interest from Manchester United and Arsenal adds pressure as Anderson enters the 2026 World Cup with England

Polish flag on Haiti’s 2026 World Cup kit as a symbol of history and a long-awaited return

Haiti return to the World Cup in 2026 after 52 years, and one detail on the national team’s new kit has drawn special attention. The Polish flag is not a design mistake, but a gesture of gratitude to Polish legionnaires who sided with Haitians during the Haitian Revolution

Record referee fees at the 2026 World Cup: FIFA, VAR and the biggest officiating team in tournament history

FIFA is assembling 52 main referees, 88 assistants and 30 VAR officials for the 2026 World Cup, while British media report that top referees could earn more than $100,000. The expanded tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico brings a record number of matches and intense scrutiny of every decision

Belgium checked on Atlanta airport tarmac after win over the USA before the 2026 World Cup

Belgium’s national football team underwent a detailed security check on the airport tarmac in Atlanta after a friendly win over the USA and before flying to Chicago. Document, bag and shoe inspections caused reactions online and raised questions about procedures awaiting teams at the 2026 World Cup

Tuchel eases England expectations before the 2026 World Cup and puts team strength above pressure

Thomas Tuchel is lowering expectations around England before the 2026 World Cup, insisting that a star-filled squad cannot be called the main favorite without a recent major trophy. The manager points to Brazil, Argentina, France and Spain as nations with stronger winning records and urges calm, unity and a true team-first approach