Many soccer fans will be drinking alcohol and watching the World Cup. In heat, doing that is risky
Drinking in heat can put people at increasing risk of dehydration, makes it harder for the body to cool down and impairs their judgment.
Some of the most dedicated World Cup fans skipping this year’s tournament, citing costs and politics
The 2026 World Cup has drawn intense criticism from globe-trotting fans who over the years have helped define the tournament's festive atmosphere.
Shakira and Burna Boy to play in first of three World Cup opening ceremonies
FIFA has planned opening ceremonies for each host nation, with curtain-raisers ahead of games in the United States and Canada as well.
Canada hopes a pool of experienced players on the world stage translates to World Cup success
The Canadians are set to embark on their third-ever World Cup, this time as co-hosts with the United States and Mexico.
AP exclusive: Iran players describe how the war affects their World Cup preparations
The team has been training in Turkey and plans to move to Tijuana, Mexico, due to visa issues.
Trio of star-studded World Cup opening ceremonies in US, Canada and Mexico aim to showcase unity
Each ceremony will celebrate sports and soccer, reflecting the host nations' cultures.
FIFA prohibits fans from bringing refillable water bottles into World Cup stadiums
FIFA has made a late change of policy to bar World Cup fans from bringing refillable water bottles into the tournament's 16 stadiums across North America.
This host city offers cheapest World Cup costs among US locales, report shows
The Bay Area is among the least expensive of the venues for World Cup matches.
After 60 years of hurt England turns to a German coach to end World Cup title drought
It’s fair to say the appointment of Thomas Tuchel was not universally well received.
5 up-and-coming teenagers who could emerge at the World Cup
The 2026 tournament will feature 22 teenagers among the rosters of the 48 teams.