FIFA World Cup looming as injuries pile up for stars, raising questions about footballer fatigue
From Lamine Yamal to Serge Gnabry and Estêvão, injuries are piling up before the World Cup, fueling concerns that too many games are taking a toll on players.
From Lamine Yamal to Serge Gnabry and Estêvão, injuries are piling up before the World Cup, fueling concerns that too many games are taking a toll on players.
Trump envoy asks FIFA to replace Iran with Italy in 2026 World Cup: report
An envoy for President Donald Trump has reportedly asked FIFA to replace Iran with Italy in the 2026 World Cup set for this summer.
An envoy for President Donald Trump has reportedly asked FIFA to replace Iran with Italy in the 2026 World Cup set for this summer.
World Cup Atlanta: City Hall hosts readiness session 55 days out
Atlanta is preparing to host eight World Cup matches over 30 days.
Atlanta is preparing to host eight World Cup matches over 30 days.
FIFA World Cup 2026 'Last-Minute Sales Phase' begins April 22 with tickets for all 104 matches
A new batch of FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets is set to drop April 22 as part of the final sales phase, with fans expected to face high demand.
A new batch of FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets is set to drop April 22 as part of the final sales phase, with fans expected to face high demand.
Americans get mocked for saying 'soccer.' But England is the one that made the word.
Americans get mocked for calling it “soccer," but the word was... invented in England. Here’s how the name stuck in the U.S. and disappeared overseas.
Americans get mocked for calling it “soccer," but the word was... invented in England. Here’s how the name stuck in the U.S. and disappeared overseas.
Atlanta city council approves new World Cup entertainment district
Atlanta leaders are creating a new temporary entertainment district downtown to prepare for the FIFA World Cup 26.
Atlanta leaders are creating a new temporary entertainment district downtown to prepare for the FIFA World Cup 26.
Coalition warns Atlanta lacks equipment for World Cup
A coalition of housing advocates and fire union leaders gathered on the steps of City Hall Monday morning to warn that Atlanta is not ready for the World Cup.
A coalition of housing advocates and fire union leaders gathered on the steps of City Hall Monday morning to warn that Atlanta is not ready for the World Cup.
World Cup 2026 Shockers: No Tailgating, U.S. Soccer Shakeup & Ticket Price Controversy!
From a surprising tailgating ban to major leadership changes within U.S. Soccer, the road to the 2026 World Cup is already full of drama. We also explore a Texas shop bringing English football culture stateside and the growing backlash over rising ticket prices.
From a surprising tailgating ban to major leadership changes within U.S. Soccer, the road to the 2026 World Cup is already full of drama. We also explore a Texas shop bringing English football culture stateside and the growing backlash over rising ticket prices.
Iran will play in 2026 World Cup in U.S. despite war, FIFA president says: report
FIFA says Iran will participate in the 2026 World Cup, even as tensions with the U.S. raise concerns about safety.
FIFA says Iran will participate in the 2026 World Cup, even as tensions with the U.S. raise concerns about safety.
Former CNN Center to host World Cup cultural hub
City leaders unveiled a first-of-its-kind cultural hub Wednesday designed to put Atlanta’s art, music, and creativity on a global stage during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
City leaders unveiled a first-of-its-kind cultural hub Wednesday designed to put Atlanta’s art, music, and creativity on a global stage during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The history of the FIFA World Cup: From 1930 origins to the global stage as 2026 kicks off in June
From its 1930 origins to today, here’s how the FIFA World Cup has evolved by era ahead of 2026.
From its 1930 origins to today, here’s how the FIFA World Cup has evolved by era ahead of 2026.
Cobb County awarded $1.7M grant for World Cup safety
Cobb County received $1.7 million from the Department of Homeland Security for World Cup safety.
Cobb County received $1.7 million from the Department of Homeland Security for World Cup safety.
FIFA adds even more expensive World Cup ticket groups. What we know
Ahead of the start of the 2026 World Cup, FIFA has introduced even more expensive ticket categories, pushing prices for prime seats for matches to prominent levels.
Ahead of the start of the 2026 World Cup, FIFA has introduced even more expensive ticket categories, pushing prices for prime seats for matches to prominent levels.
World Cup Chaos? Visa Issues, USMNT Injury Blow & Landon Donovan Exclusive | Futbol HQ
The countdown to the 2026 World Cup is on, but major challenges are already emerging as international fans face visa hurdles and the U.S. Men’s National Team suffers a key injury loss with Patrick Agyemang ruled out. Soccer legend Landon Donovan also joins the show to share insight on his career and life beyond the pitch. Plus, stories from across the country highlight the growing World Cup excitement, from New York to Dallas and beyond.
The countdown to the 2026 World Cup is on, but major challenges are already emerging as international fans face visa hurdles and the U.S. Men’s National Team suffers a key injury loss with Patrick Agyemang ruled out. Soccer legend Landon Donovan also joins the show to share insight on his career and life beyond the pitch. Plus, stories from across the country highlight the growing World Cup excitement, from New York to Dallas and beyond.
Jolene Jolene sports bar finds permanent Atlanta home
Atlanta women’s sports bar Jolene Jolene secured a permanent home after two years of local pop-ups.
Atlanta women’s sports bar Jolene Jolene secured a permanent home after two years of local pop-ups.
What is the World Cup Golden Boot? A look at the last 7 winners and the favorites for 2026
What is the World Cup Golden Boot? Here’s how it works, the last seven winners and the top contenders for 2026.
What is the World Cup Golden Boot? Here’s how it works, the last seven winners and the top contenders for 2026.
FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour 2026: See the 23 cities left before June kickoff
The World Cup trophy will soon blow into the Windy City as soccer fans in all of the tournament’s host cities – as well as several more – will get a sneak preview of one of sports’ biggest prizes.
The World Cup trophy will soon blow into the Windy City as soccer fans in all of the tournament’s host cities – as well as several more – will get a sneak preview of one of sports’ biggest prizes.
World Cup Fever: Superfans, Security, and Global Stories | Futbol HQ
World Cup excitement hits new heights on Futbol HQ. From a superfan willing to sell his home for the ultimate soccer experience to cities ramping up security and preparations, we take you inside the countdown to 2026.
World Cup excitement hits new heights on Futbol HQ. From a superfan willing to sell his home for the ultimate soccer experience to cities ramping up security and preparations, we take you inside the countdown to 2026.
Feds launch 'FIFA Pass' for World Cup fans visiting Atlanta
The U.S. State Department launched a 'FIFA Pass' to fast-track visa appointments for ticket holders.
The U.S. State Department launched a 'FIFA Pass' to fast-track visa appointments for ticket holders.
Fans hit with delays in final FIFA World Cup ticket sales phase
Fans trying to secure tickets for the 2026 FIFA World Cup ran into major technical issues and long wait times during the final sales phase, which opened Wednesday.
Fans trying to secure tickets for the 2026 FIFA World Cup ran into major technical issues and long wait times during the final sales phase, which opened Wednesday.