FIFA World Cup 2026 news: Latest updates

FIFA World Cup 2026 news: Latest updates

France-born Bouaddi approved to play for Morocco before World Cup

France-born Ayyoub Bouaddi has been approved to play for Morocco less than a month before the 2026 World Cup kicks off.

Home soil and World Cup dreams: how host nations have fared through history

From Uruguay in 1930 to the upcoming 2026 expansion, the World Cup has visited 17 nations across five continents. However, history shows that playing on home soil is rarely a shortcut to success.

'Out of shape' Lukaku named in Belgium World Cup squad

Belgium coach Rudi Garcia named  Romelu Lukaku in his World Cup squad on Friday despite saying Belgium's all-time record goalscorer was "out of shape".

Azteca Stadium still stands as most USA '94's venues fade into history

Discover the history behind the iconic Azteca Stadium here.