The World Cup is one week away, meaning the biggest event in the world is upon us. Here are our top story lines, from U.S.

From childhood sweethearts to rekindled flames.

Dubbed the “Sommermärchen," or “Summer Fairy Tale," the 2006 World Cup in Germany was a widely praised showcase for a modern, ...

Infantino, who is wary of unstructured interactions with the press, narrowed his eyes and considered. “Very good,” he replied ...

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

Dripping talent and forged by success, Argentina aim to become the first men's team to retain the World Cup since Brazil in 1962 and the only nation to do so entirely outside their own region.

For players and fans, even whole countries, winning the World Cup is a secular rapture. One team and nation will experience ...

Argentina has arrived in Kansas City, Missouri, to prepare for its World Cup title defense. The team landed on Sunday after ...

Only two nations have ever successfully defended the World Cup, but Argentina is more than up for the challenge this summer. Reigning world champion Argentina has its sights set on becoming the first ...

As Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti listed off names at the live event to unveil his Brazil roster for the 2026 World Cup, fans cheered some of their favorite players' inclusions. Only one provoked a ...

The Audience Is Bigger Than Soccer Fans Vividata findings show FIFA World Cup 2026 will reach well beyond traditional soccer fans. While 52 per cent of Canadian adults plan to watch or follow the ...

Brazil, the most successful team in World Cup history, returns to soccer’s grandest stage with a point to prove this summer. A participant in every edition of the World Cup, the Seleção are no ...