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news AlertsThere are no new alerts at this timeThe World Cup is kicking off in North America, and fans are in a rush to catch the action. With 48 teams, there’s a lot to keep up with.Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content.From schedules to where to […]

World CupFIFA WorldCup 2026LIVE3m agoLIVE20m agoFelix Nmecha gave Germany the lead in an entertaining game in Houston Lars Baron/Getty ImagesGet free access to the most comprehensive World Cup coverage in The Athletic app.Germany overpowered tournament debutants Curacao to begin their World Cup campaign with a dominant 7-1 victory — but only after the tiny Caribbean […]

World CupLamouchi called the defeat by Sweden "painful" Julio Cesar Aguilar via Getty ImagesThe Athletic has live coverage of Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Tunisia are set to fire their head coach Sabri Lamouchi after only one World Cup game.Sources briefed on the situation, speaking on the condition of anonymity to […]

news AlertsThere are no new alerts at this timeWhat a crazy sports weekend that was — the NBA Finals concluded Saturday night, the World Cup kicked into high gear and the UFC staged fights last night on the White House lawn. Be sure to check the NBC News website for coverage of all those events.Subscribe […]

Spain will open the group stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup against Cape Verde on Monday afternoon in Atlanta, Georgia, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Cape Verde came into the World Cup after winning its group in the Confederation of African Football FIFA qualifiers. In 10 qualifying matches, Cape Verde went 7-2-1 with only one loss […]