11 days until kickoff. If you're hosting an opening-night watch party at home or at a bar, here's exactly how to make it unforgettable — from food and drinks to seating, screens, and atmosphere.
Read more →Three weeks until kickoff. Here's our complete Group A through Group L breakdown — who advances, who's on upset alert, and which group-stage matches will be the must-watch games of the tournament's first two weeks.
Read more →Each of the 11 US host cities has a specific neighborhood where the World Cup energy will concentrate. Here's where to go in each city to find the best watch parties, fan gatherings, and match-day atmosphere.
Read more →Every World Cup has a team nobody expected to go deep. With 48 teams and an expanded knockout bracket, the 2026 tournament will have more shock runs than ever. Here are five teams positioned to crash the favorites' party.
Read more →The 12 teams in Pot 1 will avoid each other in the group stage, but being a top seed doesn't guarantee a deep run. Here's who's built to win and who's vulnerable to an early exit.
Read more →The 48 nations at the 2026 World Cup will start finalizing their 26-man rosters in the coming weeks. Here's who's on the bubble, which cuts will make headlines, and what squad selections tell us about each coach's tactical plan.
Read more →With exactly 8 weeks until the opening kick on June 11, now is the time to lock in your watch party plans. Here's your week-by-week checklist to make the 2026 World Cup the best tournament you've ever experienced as a fan.
Read more →With the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaching, national teams are locking in their pre-tournament training camps. Here's where the biggest squads will prepare and what it means for their chances.
Read more →With the 2026 FIFA World Cup just months away, excitement is reaching a fever pitch across North America. Here's why fans can't wait for kickoff.
Read more →The expanded 48-team format means more games, more drama, and more potential upsets. These five group stage clashes could set the tone for the entire tournament.
Read more →Sixteen cities across three countries will host the 2026 World Cup. From fan zones to local culture, here's what to expect in each host city — whether you have tickets or not.
Read more →With the World Cup on home soil, the USMNT roster decisions will be the most scrutinized in American soccer history. Here's our breakdown of who's in, who's on the bubble, and who could be a surprise inclusion.
Read more →Watching the World Cup at a bar is an art form. From picking the right venue to understanding match-day etiquette, here's everything you need to know to have the best experience possible.
Read more →The 2026 World Cup is bigger than ever with 48 teams, 12 groups, and a new knockout round. Here's a complete breakdown of how the format works and why it changes everything.
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