Portugal coach Roberto Martinez has admitted he is still undecided on his starting line up for their World Cup opener against RD Congo on June 17.
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Enjoy all the updates from across North America on the first day of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Here's one pick for each of Africa's 10 contenders to potentially be the revelation of the World Cup.
Declan Rice reacts to England's 3-0 win over Costa Rica in their final friendly ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Mexico goalkeeper Guillermo 'Memo' Ochoa is so inextricably linked with the World Cup that his club career fades into the background by comparison.
Morocco have made two injury-enforced changes from their World Cup squad with Nayef Aguerd and Abde Ezzalzouli both being replaced.
Declan Rice got a scolding from his mum for getting sunburn, but believes he can bring the heat to England's World Cup bid.
Ex-Chelsea and England captain John Terry hailed Bafana Bafana's Mbekezeli Mbokazi ahead of the World Cup.
Adidas has unveiled its new trophies for the top individual awards for best player, top goal-scorer and best goalkeeper ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
While the World Cup is always a chance to see bright new talents, 2026 also provides a chance to celebrate longevity both on the pitch and on the bench.
As ever, the Premier League is well represented across African national teams at the World Cup, with all but one of the content's 10 contenders featuring at least one player from the division.
Socceroos officials expect Mohamed Touré will resume training on Thursday, but will stage that session behind closed doors and have provided no specifics as to the cause of the striker's absence on Wednesday.
Think the U.S. isn't a World Cup favorite? Think again. Here are 13 stats that point to one conclusion: Team USA will win it all.
There are many fears swirling around the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Here are six issues, according to Gab Marcotti -- and six reasons why it still be a success.
ESPN takes a look at every England World Cup exit since their sole triumph in 1966.
In a sixth World Cup for Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, could the pair finally face each other in the tournament?
All 104 matches at the 2026 World Cup will stop for two "hydration breaks." Why have they been stipulated by FIFA, and why have they been criticised?
Welcome to the 2026 World Cup, where everything is bigger and louder than ever before.
England and Scotland will play at four different American stadiums combined during the group stages of this World Cup. ESPN brings you the guide.
