2026 World Cup Archives

Collage showing Jack Grealish with seven hairstyles from Aston Villa, England and Manchester City

Jack Grealish’s best haircuts ranked from Aston Villa to Everton

September 2, 2026

Jack Grealish’s best haircuts ranked, from his Notts County tower quiff and Aston Villa slick-back to Euro 2020 curtains and Everton man bun.

Mauricio Pochettino alongside the U.S. Soccer crest

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Mauricio Pochettino agrees USMNT extension through 2030

August 3, 2026

Mauricio Pochettino has agreed to remain USMNT head coach through 2030, with an expanded role after the United States’ 2026 World Cup run.

Children playing football on a community pitch in Mexico City

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What Mexico City’s 500-pitch World Cup claim actually covers

July 30, 2026

Mexico City says it built or rehabilitated 500 community football facilities for the World Cup, but the public record does not yet provide one reconciled inventory.

Representative image of an Argentina supporter holding a Las Malvinas son Argentinas banner in a football stadium

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FIFA opens Argentina disciplinary case linked to Falklands banner

July 30, 2026

FIFA has opened disciplinary proceedings against the AFA after Argentina’s World Cup campaign, with separate reporting linking a Falklands banner to the case.

Four scenes from a 15-match journey through the 2026 World Cup

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Inside my 15-match journey through the 2026 World Cup

July 30, 2026

Across seven host cities and every stage from group play to the final, this is my 15-match journey through the 2026 World Cup.

Zinédine Zidane with the France national football team crest

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Zinédine Zidane appointed France head coach through the 2030 World Cup

July 28, 2026

France has appointed Zinédine Zidane as men’s national-team head coach on a four-year deal through the 2030 World Cup. His tenure begins Aug. 1.

Jürgen Klopp smiles during a press conference

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Germany hires Jürgen Klopp to rebuild more than the national team

July 24, 2026

Jürgen Klopp will lead Germany through Euro 2028 and the 2030 World Cup, but the DFB has paired his appointment with a broader attempt to connect the senior team, youth development and talent system.