Every World Cup creates unforgettable stories, but it also leaves behind major disappointments. Whether through failed ...

The FIFA World Cup will bring together football stars from across the globe, ranging from legends to emerging talents.

After Morocco became the first Africans to reach a World Cup semifinal in 2022, can a sub-Saharan side step up in 2026?

Collecting Panini stickers is a World Cup tradition beloved in Europe and Latin America. In the U.S., interest has been ...

After Curacao did what most assumed was impossible, Will Castle delves deep into one of football’s unknown nations, Guyana, ...

The 1934 FIFA World Cup, held in fascist Italy, was used by Mussolini as a propaganda platform. Here’s how football and ...

Hello and welcome to our coverage of England’s World Cup 1986 quarter-final with Argentina. The day is Sunday June 22, 1986, ...

We've had our fun with how Harry Kane's England goals don't count, but we're slightly stuck now he's scored one that actually ...

June 15, 1996 was a great day to be an English football fan. Mainly because of Paul Gascoigne’s timeless dink over the head ...

Leroy Sané scored a tiebreaking goal in the 57th minute, giving Germany a 2-1 win over the United States in a friendly and a ...

Harlequins miss out on next season's Champions Cup despite a dramatic final-round win over leaders Northampton.

As part of a special World Cup series, The Athletic is speaking to fans of all 48 competing nations to capture their unique ...