Why the economics make this the craziest World Cup ever
BBC Football World Cups are rarely completely politics-free but never has the beautiful game…
I maxed out a credit card, traded in my car, and still struggled to afford the World Cup. Then I found a WhatsApp group.
This as-told-to essay is based on several conversations with Rory Phillips-Hunter, a 37-year-old estate…
Watch: Why is Trump not at the World Cup?
US President Donald Trump became the first American president to skip a United States…
‘Gang leaders are soccer lovers’ – Haiti play with hope for peace
For two days, the violence stopped. The arrival of then world champions Brazil for…
Why Haiti v Scotland was antidote to the ills of world football
After 28 years of watching World Cups from football's wilderness, there was never much…
Policeman suddenly a ball wizard?! These fans go wild again
This is how the atmosphere on the streets should always be at the biggest…
Virgil van Dijk doesn’t like one rule change which has happened at the World Cup
Virgil van Dijk had already scored in the Netherlands' World Cup opener, but one…
Alabama Bows Out Of World Series
A memorable season came to a crashing end on Monday afternoon, with the Crimson…
How much does Fox make off FIFA World Cup hydration breaks, per reports?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is bringing intense summer heat to the pitch across…
Iran star may miss next two World Cup games over terrible US visa fiasco after World Cup opener
Iran's chaotic World Cup campaign has hit another snag, with winger Mehdi Torabi caught…
How sweltering Scotland can handle World Cup heat
Hydration breaks, ice jackets, cooling towels and isotonic drinks have been a feature of…
World Cup commentator Warren Barton ‘dripping with blood’ after being hit by projectile at Uzbekistan v Colombia
Warren Barton was hit by a beer during his World Cup 2026 commentary duties…
World Cup Reacts: Which big team’s in trouble, who will play Cinderella?
Spain's midfielder Rodri (L) reacts after next to Cape Verde's goalkeeper Vozinha We're back…
Nike v Adidas – the World Cup brand battle
Eye-watering budgets are nothing new, but this year both Nike and Adidas have gone…
Turkey out of World Cup despite dominating in loss to Paraguay – reaction
Turkey out of World Cup after defeat by ParaguayParaguay's Almiron sent off for covering…
From factory floor to World Cup star – Germany’s super-sub Undav
It was not long ago that his manager Julian Nagelsmann called him out openly…
