Teams
Top 10 Favorites to Win the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Brazil, France, England, Argentina — who are the real contenders for World Cup 2026 glory? We break down the top 10 favorites.
Carlos Mendez
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World Cup 2026
News & Analysis
Everything you need to know about the FIFA World Cup 2026 — teams, players, venues, and predictions.
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Players
Kylian Mbappé: Can France's Star Lead the World Cup 2026?
After two World Cup final appearances, Kylian Mbappé enters 2026 as the tournament's biggest star. Can he finally win the ultimate prize?
Carlos Mendez
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General
FIFA World Cup 2026: Complete Guide to the Biggest Tournament in History
Everything you need to know about FIFA World Cup 2026 — 48 teams, 16 host cities across USA, Canada and Mexico, format changes, and how to watch every match live.
ESPN Sports Editor
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General
Tactical Trends That Will Define the 2026 World Cup
International football tactics evolve with every tournament. These are the tactical themes and innovations set to define the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Sports Editor
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Group Stage
World Cup 2026: Group Stage Predictions and Bold Calls
Which teams will qualify, who will be eliminated, and what surprises await? Our bold predictions for every group at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Carlos Mendez
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Teams
Croatia's World Cup 2026: An Aging Golden Generation's Last Dance
Croatia's golden generation reached the 2018 final and 2022 third place. The 2026 World Cup may be their final chapter as a tournament force.
Sports Editor
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Players
Goalkeepers at the 2026 World Cup: The Last Line of Defense
World Cups are often decided by goalkeeping heroics. These are the shot-stoppers who could be crucial to their nation's 2026 campaign.
James Wilson
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Players
Youth Stars to Watch at the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Every World Cup launches the careers of future superstars. These are the young players who could announce themselves to the world in 2026.
Marcus Okafor
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