CONCACAF to start 2026 World Cup qualifying in March 2024
1 year, 9 months ago

CONCACAF to start 2026 World Cup qualifying in March 2024

The Hindu  

Thirty two Central American and Caribbean nations will start qualifying matches for the 2026 World Cup in March 2024 as part of a competition in which teams will play up to 12 matches to reach the tournament. The Confederation of North and Central American and Caribbean Association Football said on Tuesday that qualifying will start with a first round in March 2024 involving the four lowest teams in the FIFA rankings as of November 2023, who will play a home-and-home series in which the highest-ranked team meets the lowest-ranked. CONCACAF also said the four quarterfinal winners from CONCACAF Nations League A this November will qualify for next year’s Copa América, the South American championship that was moved from Ecuador to the United States. The 12 lowest-ranked teams will be in a pair of six-team groups that has each team play four games, and the top two nations in each group will advance to the quarterfinals along with the four highest-ranked teams as of March 2023, who have automatic berths.

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England and new coach Tuchel land in 2026 World Cup qualifying group with Serbia and Albania
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1 week, 3 days ago

England and new coach Tuchel land in 2026 World Cup qualifying group with Serbia and Albania

Hindustan Times  

ZURICH — Thomas Tuchel’s first official duty as England coach on Friday was to see his new team drawn in a 2026 World Cup qualifying group with Serbia, Albania, Latvia and Andorra. HT Image Tuchel starts work in January as the first German coach of the 1966 World Cup winner but was at FIFA headquarters to see the 54 European …

England and new coach Tuchel land in 2026 World Cup qualifying group with Serbia and Albania
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1 week, 3 days ago

England and new coach Tuchel land in 2026 World Cup qualifying group with Serbia and Albania

Associated Press  

ZURICH — Thomas Tuchel’s first official duty as England coach on Friday was to see his new team drawn in a 2026 World Cup qualifying group with Serbia, Albania, Latvia and Andorra. Tuchel starts work in January as the first German coach of the 1966 World Cup winner but was at FIFA headquarters to see the 54 European teams drawn …

CONMEBOL announces that South America will launch qualifying tournament for Women’s World Cup
1 week, 3 days ago

CONMEBOL announces that South America will launch qualifying tournament for Women’s World Cup

The Hindu  

South America will become the second continent after Europe to conduct a qualifying tournament for the Women’s World Cup after governing body CONMEBOL announced plans for a competition starting next year. Continental championships serve as qualifiers for the Women’s World Cup, except in Europe, where UEFA stages a separate qualifying tournament. “The new competition will be played between 2025 and …

Italy to end lengthy World Cup absence when FIFA makes draw for 12 European qualifying groups for 2026 edition
1 week, 3 days ago

Italy to end lengthy World Cup absence when FIFA makes draw for 12 European qualifying groups for 2026 edition

The Hindu  

The last time Italy played at a men’s World Cup, Giorgio Chiellini was bitten by Luis Suárez and minutes later, the four-time champion was dumped out at the group stage by Uruguay. On Friday, more than a decade after that dramatic 2014 World Cup exit in Brazil, Italy sets out toward the 2026 World Cup in North America as a …

Netherlands will face Turkey & Bulgaria or Poland & Finland in 2026 World Cup qualifiers
1 week, 3 days ago

Netherlands will face Turkey & Bulgaria or Poland & Finland in 2026 World Cup qualifiers

NL Times  

The draw for the qualification groups for the 2026 World Cup was announced on Friday. He will not know which teams his team will have to beat to qualify until after this because six of the 12 groups in the European qualifying schedule for the 2026 World Cup finals consist of five countries, while the other six groups have four …

Italy on path to end long World Cup absence when FIFA draws 12 European qualifying groups for 2026
1 week, 4 days ago

Italy on path to end long World Cup absence when FIFA draws 12 European qualifying groups for 2026

Associated Press  

GENEVA — The last time Italy played at a men’s World Cup, Giorgio Chiellini was bitten by Luis Suárez and minutes later the four-time champion was dumped out at the group stage by Uruguay. On Friday, more than a decade on from that dramatic 2014 World Cup exit in Brazil, Italy sets out toward the 2026 World Cup in North …

MLS commissioner looks ahead to a busy next 2 years as the league concludes its 29th season
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2 weeks, 2 days ago

MLS commissioner looks ahead to a busy next 2 years as the league concludes its 29th season

Associated Press  

As Major League Soccer prepares for its championship game on Saturday, the league is also looking at how to best position itself for growth as high-profile events descend on the United States over the next two years. The United States will host the FIFA Club World Cup next year before co-hosting the men’s World Cup with Canada and Mexico in …

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifying draw seedings in Europe completed by Slovakia, Czech wins in Nations League
1 month ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifying draw seedings in Europe completed by Slovakia, Czech wins in Nations League

The Hindu  

The draw seedings for 2026 World Cup qualifying groups in Europe were decided on Tuesday when the last round of Nations League games saw Slovakia and the Czech Republic secure a higher status. READ | UEFA Nations League: Germany denied three points by last-chance penalty for Hungary; Sweden’s Gyökeres scores four Those results pushed Scotland down into pot 3, where …

Soccer’s ‘worst’ national team rises toward 2026 World Cup chance after Nations League group win
1 month ago

Soccer’s ‘worst’ national team rises toward 2026 World Cup chance after Nations League group win

Associated Press  

GENEVA — The official worst national team in men’s soccer is within sight of entering qualifying playoffs for the 2026 World Cup in North America. If results and standings go San Marino’s way next year in European qualifying groups for the World Cup, then entry awaits to the 16-team playoffs in March 2026. Winning the group promoted San Marino to …

England to be drawn in five-team World Cup qualifying group after securing Nations League promotion with Republic of Ireland thrashing
1 month ago

England to be drawn in five-team World Cup qualifying group after securing Nations League promotion with Republic of Ireland thrashing

Daily Mail  

England beat Republic of Ireland 5-0 in the Nations League on Sunday England will be drawn in a five-team World Cup qualifying group after securing Nations League promotion on Sunday. Teams are to be drawn into 12 World Cup qualifying groups of four or five teams in Zurich on Friday December 13. England will be drawn in a five-team World …

UEFA Nations League 2024-25 preview: European qualifying draw for 2026 World Cup in North America now in play
1 month, 1 week ago

UEFA Nations League 2024-25 preview: European qualifying draw for 2026 World Cup in North America now in play

The Hindu  

The final rounds of Nations League games over the next week will bring the 2026 World Cup sharply into focus in Europe. That’s because Nations League standings and results that factor into the next FIFA rankings published on November 28, will confirm seedings for the 12 European qualifying groups for the next World Cup in North America. Four of the …

FIFA World Cup 2026, AFC Qualifiers Round 3: What are the qualifying matches from Asia in this international break?
1 month, 1 week ago

FIFA World Cup 2026, AFC Qualifiers Round 3: What are the qualifying matches from Asia in this international break?

The Hindu  

The third round of the Asian Qualifiers for the FIFA World Cup 2026 will return from November 14 onwards in this international break, with fixtures from Matchday 5 and 6 taking place. The top two teams in each of the three groups will earn direct berths for the quadrennial football showpiece, while the third and fourth place teams will advance …

European qualifying draw for 2026 World Cup in North America now in play as Nations League ends
1 month, 1 week ago

European qualifying draw for 2026 World Cup in North America now in play as Nations League ends

Associated Press  

GENEVA — The final rounds of Nations League games over the next week will bring the 2026 World Cup sharply into focus in Europe. That’s because Nations League standings, and results that factor into the next FIFA rankings published on Nov. 28, will confirm seedings for the 12 European qualifying groups for the next World Cup in North America. Four …

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 finalists Spain, England set to meet again in Nations League
1 month, 2 weeks ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 finalists Spain, England set to meet again in Nations League

The Hindu  

In a repeat of the 2023 Women’s World Cup final, Spain and England were drawn together in a group for the 2025 Nations League on Thursday. World champion Spain and European champion England also will face Belgium and Portugal in the group with games played from February 19 to June 3. The four top-tier Nations League groups included Euro 2022 …

FIFA announces 2025 Club World Cup stadiums and cities
2 months, 3 weeks ago

FIFA announces 2025 Club World Cup stadiums and cities

New York Times  

This article has been updated to reflect Inter Miami’s qualification for the Club World Cup as the host country representative team. GO DEEPER Infantino calls emergency meeting with broadcasters over lack of FIFA Club World Cup deal 2025 Club World Cup stadiums: Full list MetLife Stadium * Meredes-Benz Stadium Bank of America Stadium TQL Stadium Rose Bowl Stadium Hard Rock …

FIFA’s World Cup qualifying draw for European teams to give Nations League more weight
3 months, 2 weeks ago

FIFA’s World Cup qualifying draw for European teams to give Nations League more weight

Associated Press  

GENEVA — FIFA is preparing a more complicated draw for the European World Cup qualifying groups, giving greater weight to the upcoming UEFA Nations League rather than relying solely on world rankings — but also making most teams wait months to find out their full slate of opponents. The new seeding proposal would give lower-ranked teams like Hungary, Israel, Scotland …

Expanded Club World Cup in 2025 faces legal challenge by players’ unions
6 months, 1 week ago

Expanded Club World Cup in 2025 faces legal challenge by players’ unions

Associated Press  

DUSSELDORF, Germany — Soccer players’ unions legally challenged FIFA on Thursday for expanding the Club World Cup. FIFPRO’s European arm said member unions in England and France filed a claim against FIFA at the Brussels Court of Commerce, and challenged FIFA’s “decisions to unilaterally set the international match calendar.” The English Professional Footballers’ Association said the case would “challenge the …

Can India still qualify for FIFA World Cup 2026 after draw against Kuwait in Chhetri's final game? Explained
6 months, 1 week ago

Can India still qualify for FIFA World Cup 2026 after draw against Kuwait in Chhetri's final game? Explained

India TV News  

The Indian football team is looking for a dream entry into the FIFA World Cup. India have a chance to qualify for the FIFA World Cup 2026 in the USA, Mexico and Canada but their chances as very slim, especially after their goalless draw against Kuwait a few days ago, which was also Sunil Chhetri's final International match in the …

A year to go until the Club World Cup in the United States: What’s going on?
6 months, 2 weeks ago

A year to go until the Club World Cup in the United States: What’s going on?

New York Times  

We are just under a year out from FIFA’s first expanded men’s Club World Cup, billed as a contest between the world’s best 32 club sides and being hosted by the United States. FIFA said in a statement it is “fully confident and convinced of the commercial and sporting success of the new competition” but, as official details remain scant, …

Fears Premier League 'could be reduced to 18 TEAMS amid FIFA's plans to restrict global top-flights to ease Club World Cup congestion - as stars threaten strikes'
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Fears Premier League 'could be reduced to 18 TEAMS amid FIFA's plans to restrict global top-flights to ease Club World Cup congestion - as stars threaten strikes'

Daily Mail  

There are reportedly fears that FIFA want to impose 18-team leagues around the world, including the Premier League, due to the expansion of the Club World Cup. There are reportedly fears that FIFA want to impose 18-team leagues around the world An 18-team Premier League would mean each club plays 34 games instead of the usual 38 'What you can …

World Cup finalist France, Euro 2020 winner Italy, Belgium and Israel drawn in Nations League group
10 months, 2 weeks ago

World Cup finalist France, Euro 2020 winner Italy, Belgium and Israel drawn in Nations League group

Associated Press  

PARIS — World Cup runner-up France, European champion Italy, Belgium and Israel were drawn together in a tough group Thursday for the men’s UEFA Nations League that starts in September. The Nations League is the next action for UEFA member countries after this summer’s European Championship, where France, Italy and Belgium — all top-10 teams in the FIFA world rankings …

World Cup 2026 to begin at Mexico City’s Azteca Stadium with final in New Jersey
10 months, 2 weeks ago

World Cup 2026 to begin at Mexico City’s Azteca Stadium with final in New Jersey

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The 2026 World Cup will kick off Mexico …

2023 AFC Asian Cup: Group B preview
11 months, 2 weeks ago

2023 AFC Asian Cup: Group B preview

Hindustan Times  

The AFC Asian Cup 2023 is scheduled to begin on January 12, and will be held in Qatar. Qatar also hosted the 2022 FIFA World Cup, and are well-prepared to host the continental showpiece event. Group B The teams in Group B are Australia, Uzbekistan, Syria and India. Group B squads Australia: Mat Ryan, Joe Gauci, Lawrence Thomas, Harry Souttar, …

Club World Cup dates in the United States confirmed. Players’ union FIFPRO not happy
1 year ago

Club World Cup dates in the United States confirmed. Players’ union FIFPRO not happy

Associated Press  

JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia — The first edition of the expanded FIFA Club World Cup in the United States will be staged from June 15 to July 13, 2025, world soccer’s governing body said Sunday. “Clubs play a fundamental role in world football, and the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 will be a major milestone in providing clubs from all confederations …

Club World Cup set for June-July 2025, new Intercontinental Cup in 2024 - FIFA
1 year ago

Club World Cup set for June-July 2025, new Intercontinental Cup in 2024 - FIFA

The Hindu  

FIFA’s revamped Club World Cup planned for 2025 and set to feature 32 teams will be played from June 15 to July 13, while a new Intercontinental Cup will be played annually from next year, Gianni Infantino, the head of world football’s governing body, said on Sunday. The announcement drew criticism from the global players’ union FIFPro which said the …

FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers Updated Points Table: Check CAF Latest Standings
1 year, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers Updated Points Table: Check CAF Latest Standings

ABP News  

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers latest points table: The second leg of the FIFA World Cup qualifiers in Africa commenced on November 15, witnessing Equatorial Guinea secure a 1-0 victory against Namibia. The eventual group winners from each group will earn qualification for the FIFA World Cup 2026. Here are the current standings of CAF nations after this round of …

CONCACAF Nations League semifinals and final in March to be at AT&T Stadium outside Dallas
1 year, 1 month ago

CONCACAF Nations League semifinals and final in March to be at AT&T Stadium outside Dallas

Associated Press  

MIAMI — AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, will be the site of the CONCACAF Nations League semifinals on March 21 and the final three days later. The Nations League semifinals will involve the winners of the four quarterfinal series being played this week and next: United States vs. Trinidad and Tobago; Mexico vs. Honduras; Costa Rica vs. Panama; and Jamaica …

FIFA World Cup 2026: Asia qualifiers set to kick off with the continent’s lowest-ranked teams
1 year, 2 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2026: Asia qualifiers set to kick off with the continent’s lowest-ranked teams

The Hindu  

Asia is set to start its 2026 World Cup journey, giving the lower-ranked teams such as Afghanistan, Bhutan and Pakistan a chance to grab some attention and secure matches against football’s continental heavyweights. The Asian Football Confederation’s 20 lowest-ranked teams compete in two-leg, home-and-away series on Thursday and next Tuesday, with the 10 winners advancing to the second round of …

AFC Cup 2023-24: Group Stage draw to be held on August 24, 36 clubs from the five zones to feature in the tournament
1 year, 4 months ago

AFC Cup 2023-24: Group Stage draw to be held on August 24, 36 clubs from the five zones to feature in the tournament

The Hindu  

The official draw for the Group stage of the AFC Cup will be held on Thursday at the Asian Football Confederation House in Kuala Lumpur. The 19th edition of the AFC Cup will feature 36 clubs from the five AFC Zones across nine groups and is set to take place between September 2023 and May 2024. Lebanon’s first-ever Asian club …

T20 World Cup 2024 hosted by West Indies and US to be held from June 4-30
1 year, 4 months ago

T20 World Cup 2024 hosted by West Indies and US to be held from June 4-30

Live Mint  

The 2024 T20 World Cup will be co-hosted by the US and West Indies is likely to be held between June 4 to 30 next year, spread across 10 venues. The ICC had earlier announced that the format for the 2024 T20 World Cup would be different from the previous editions in 2021 and 2022. However, the T20 World Cup …

AFC’s FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers draw: India in Group A with Asian champion Qatar, Kuwait and Afghanistan/Mongolia
1 year, 4 months ago

AFC’s FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers draw: India in Group A with Asian champion Qatar, Kuwait and Afghanistan/Mongolia

The Hindu  

India has been placed in Group A along with Asian champion Qatar, Kuwait and the winner between Afghanistan and Mongolia after the AFC second round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification, which took place at the AFC House in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The Blue Tigers were placed in Pot 2 of the draw after a string of successful results, …

New Club World Cup could overlap with Gold Cup says Montagliani
1 year, 5 months ago

New Club World Cup could overlap with Gold Cup says Montagliani

The Hindu  

FIFA’s new Club World Cup, which will be held in the United States in 2025, could “overlap” with CONCACAF Gold Cup being held in the same country, CONCACAF president Victor Montagliani said on Friday. READ: England held by Canada in FIFA Women’s World Cup warmup; Spain, Italy win “We’ve already entered into discussions with FIFA, with both our competition teams, …

FIFAe Nations Cup: India drawn with Israel, South Africa, Peru, Sweden and Germany
1 year, 5 months ago

FIFAe Nations Cup: India drawn with Israel, South Africa, Peru, Sweden and Germany

The Hindu  

The Indian esports team has been drawn with Israel, South Africa, Peru, Germany and Sweden for the FIFAe Nations Cup set to be played between July 11-14, 2023. The FIFAe Nations Cup, having started in 2021, is the pinnacle event for countries in the FIFA esports ecosystem, wherein 24 nations compete for the coveted trophy. On the second day, despite …

Club World Cup 2025: United States picked to host 32-team event
1 year, 6 months ago

Club World Cup 2025: United States picked to host 32-team event

The Hindu  

The United States will host the Club World Cup in 2025, the first time the FIFA tournament will have 32 teams. Real Madrid, Manchester City and Chelsea already earned places as recent Champions League winners for the expanded tournament line-up that is set to test stadiums and operations one year before the 2026 World Cup. The United States will host …

United States picked to host 2025 Club World Cup, an expanded soccer tournament with 32 teams
1 year, 6 months ago

United States picked to host 2025 Club World Cup, an expanded soccer tournament with 32 teams

Associated Press  

GENEVA — The United States will host the Club World Cup in 2025, the first time the FIFA tournament will have 32 teams. The United States will host the men’s World Cup with Canada and Mexico, and FIFA could yet give some Club World Cup games to those countries. The current seven-team Club World Cup for continental champions played every …

ICC World Cup 2023 qualifiers schedule: Match details, venues, date and timings - All you need to know
1 year, 6 months ago

ICC World Cup 2023 qualifiers schedule: Match details, venues, date and timings - All you need to know

Hindustan Times  

The qualifiers for the ICC World Cup 2023 began on June 18 in Zimbabwe, with two-time winners West Indies and 1996 champions Sri Lanka among the 10 participating sides. The ICC unveiled the fixtures for the crucial three-week tournament last month, with the West Indies drawn in Group A alongside tournament hosts Zimbabwe, Netherlands, Nepal and the USA. Captains of …

ODI World Cup Qualifiers 2023: Format, rules, squads, schedule
1 year, 6 months ago

ODI World Cup Qualifiers 2023: Format, rules, squads, schedule

The Hindu  

The ICC ODI World Cup 2023 qualifier is set to take place in Zimbabwe from June 18, Sunday where 10 teams will play for the last two spots in the World Cup later this year. The 10 teams including host Zimbabwe along with West Indies, Sri Lanka, Ireland, Nepal, Netherlands, Oman, Scotland, UAE, and USA will play the 34 ODIs …

ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifier 2023: Teams, format, schedule and everything else you need to know
1 year, 6 months ago

ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifier 2023: Teams, format, schedule and everything else you need to know

Firstpost  

Here’s everything you need to know about the ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifier that will determine the teams that will join the top eight sides in the showpiece event in India later this year. Reserves: Rafiullah, Adeel Shafique Venues: Four venues in two Zimbabwean cities will be hosting the 34 matches — Harare Sports Club and Takashinga Cricket Club in …

Russia could take AFC route for 2026 World Cup qualification after FIFA, UEFA boycott
1 year, 8 months ago

Russia could take AFC route for 2026 World Cup qualification after FIFA, UEFA boycott

The Hindu  

After Russia’s “special military operation” in Ukraine, which started on February 24, 2022, the country has faced backlash on multiple fronts. With three-quarters of Russia’s territory in Asia, there is a chance that the country will join the Asian Football Confederation and play the AFC qualifiers for a berth in the 2026 World Cup. The top two teams of each …

Dates set for 2023 Nations Cup as club v country clash looms
1 year, 8 months ago

Dates set for 2023 Nations Cup as club v country clash looms

The Hindu  

The 2023 Africa Cup of Nations finals in Ivory Coast will run from January 13-February 11 next year, the Confederation of African Football confirmed on Thursday, providing another club versus-country clash for top African players in Europe’s elite leagues. The finals were postponed from June-July this year due to concerns over the weather at that time, and will instead be …

FIFA confirms expanded 2026 World Cup will have 104 matches with 12 groups
1 year, 9 months ago

FIFA confirms expanded 2026 World Cup will have 104 matches with 12 groups

India TV News  

FIFA World Cup 2026 will host a record 104 matches as 48 teams will compete for the coveted trophy across 12 groups, FIFA announced on Tuesday. The 2026 World Cup will be played across three countries as the USA, Canada and Mexico will host the top football action in three years' time. "The FIFA Council also unanimously made the decision …

FIFA World Cup 2026 will consist 12 groups of four teams, record 104 matches
1 year, 9 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 will consist 12 groups of four teams, record 104 matches

Firstpost  

The next FIFA World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico will be the first to feature 48 teams, a sharp increase from the 32 sides at last year’s tournament in Qatar. The expanded 2026 men’s World Cup in North America will start with 12 groups of four teams in a change from the originally planned format of 16 …

FIFA expands 2026 World Cup again to create 104-game program
1 year, 9 months ago

FIFA expands 2026 World Cup again to create 104-game program

Associated Press  

The expanded World Cup in North America got even more supersized on Tuesday. The six-week World Cup will start one year after FIFA launches a 32-team Club World Cup, which could also be staged in North America to test tournament logistics. The format guarantees every World Cup team will play a minimum of three times instead of two, adding up …

Expanded 2026 World Cup to feature 48 teams and new last-32 stage
1 year, 9 months ago

Expanded 2026 World Cup to feature 48 teams and new last-32 stage

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The game’s global governing body ditched plans for 16 three-team groups, having …

FIFA announces that 2026 World Cup will have 104 games with 48 teams taking part
1 year, 9 months ago

FIFA announces that 2026 World Cup will have 104 games with 48 teams taking part

India Today  

FIFA on Tuesday announced that the 2026 World Cup will have a total of 104 games instead of the traditional one of 64 due to the format being expanded to have 48 teams participating in the competition. FIFA announced the decision on Tuesday in a statement where they said based on a thorough review which considered many factors, the FIFA …

2026 World Cup: Fifa to confirm new format with three-team groups abandoned and new knock-out round
1 year, 9 months ago

2026 World Cup: Fifa to confirm new format with three-team groups abandoned and new knock-out round

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The 2026 World Cup finals in the United …

FIFA confirms expanded 2026 World Cup with record 104 matches
1 year, 9 months ago

FIFA confirms expanded 2026 World Cup with record 104 matches

Al Jazeera  

The format for the event co-hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico will stick to four teams in a group after plan for 16 groups of three shot down. The 2026 World Cup will have 104 matches instead of the typical 64 games due to its expanded format, football’s world governing body, FIFA, says ahead of its congress in …

FIFA confirms US, Mexico, Canada automatically in 2026 World Cup
1 year, 10 months ago

FIFA confirms US, Mexico, Canada automatically in 2026 World Cup

Live Mint  

The U.S. men's national team, along with Mexico and Canada, will automatically qualify for the 2026 World Cup. FIFA historically has given host nations the right to play in the World Cup without going through the usual qualification tournaments, though this is the first time FIFA had to set aside three host bids. FIFA released a statement Tuesday saying, "In …

2024 Copa America to be Hosted by the United States of America
1 year, 10 months ago

2024 Copa America to be Hosted by the United States of America

News 18  

South America’s top national team competition, the Copa America, will be held in the United States in 2024 and feature 10 teams from South America’s CONMEBOL and six teams from the CONCACAF region. Conmebol and Concacaf have signed a strategic collaboration agreement to strengthen and develop football in both regions.→ 2024 CONMEBOL Copa America→ 2024 Concacaf W Gold Cup→ New …

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