How the U.S., Mexico and Canada won a spirited fight to host the 2026 World Cup

The U.S., Mexico and Canada nearly missed out on a chance to host the 2026 World Cup. Inside the successful push to rescue ...

Can resilient captain Edson Álvarez lead Mexico to the elusive World Cup quarterfinals?

Mexican midfielder Edson Álvarez is heading to his third World Cup after overcoming an injury and criticism. Can he lead El ...

Want to watch World Cup for free or low cost? Find L.A. area fan festivals and zones

The Coliseum and 10 locations around the Los Angeles area will host watch parties and fan activities throughout the 2026 ...

World Cup roundtable: Who will win, who will surprise and how far will U.S. advance?

Times reporter Kevin Baxter and Times en Español reporters Eduard Cauich and Jad El Reda help readers prepare for the World ...
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Baloyi Points Out Bafana Disadvantage

Former Premier Soccer League (PSL) player Lucky Baloyi has pointed out Bafana Bafana’s major weakness ahead of the FIFA World ...

Iran’s World Cup plans in chaos after 'discriminatory' visa denials

Iran’s World Cup plans in chaos after ‘discriminatory’ visa denials - Iran have had visas for “integral” members of their ...

FIFA World Cup 2026: Iran team told to enter & leave US on match days under strict rule

Iran’s Ambassador to Mexico, Abolfazl Pasandideh, has stated that the country’s national football team will be required to enter the United States only on the day of each FIFA World Cup 2026 match and ...