World Cup 2026: Spain and Portugal set for blockbuster last 16 clash in Texas
Spain and old rivals Portugal collide in an enticing Fifa World Cup 2026 clash in Texas on Monday…
Are FIFA and UEFA in a forever war?
Editor’s note: This is an updated version of an article that first appeared on The Athletic in May…
UEFA nations agree to boycott World Cups over FIFA’s private investment plans
European nations have agreed to boycott the World Cup over FIFA’s plans to sell stakes in the tournament…
‘Mistaken identity’ does not include simulation despite World Cup decisions – lawmaker
Global football’s law-making body has said that mistaken identity should not be used in instances of simulation as…
What happens when President Trump attends major sports events – and why he does it
Editor’s note: This article was first published in September 2025 and has been updated to reflect President Trump’s…
What’s it like watching the World Cup from space – or Antarctica?
This World Cup has not been short of divisive moments. Beyond on-pitch disputes over refereeing calls, life and…
World Cup predictions, semifinals: France vs Spain and England vs Argentina
Welcome to The Athletic’s daily World Cup Predictions. This article gives you the lowdown on all today’s games…
World Cup predictions, quarter-finals: Norway vs England, and Argentina vs Switzerland
Welcome to The Athletic’s daily World Cup Predictions. This article gives you the lowdown on all today’s games…
World Cup predictions, quarter-finals: France vs Morocco and Spain vs Belgium
Welcome to The Athletic’s daily World Cup Predictions. This article gives you the lowdown on all today’s games…
World Cup predictions last 16: Argentina vs Egypt and Switzerland vs Colombia
Welcome to The Athletic’s daily World Cup Predictions. This article gives you the lowdown on all today’s games…
World Cup weather: Possible lightning delays in Toronto for Portugal v Croatia
This World Cup is going to be hot and at times stormy, with a sizeable chunk of its 104…
France ready for ‘war’ at World Cup after winning the ‘disgrace’ of Philadelphia
The French celebrations told a story. Led by their captain, Kylian Mbappe, the team sprinted towards the hard-core…