FIFA World Cup: US host cities say FIFA owes them $1 million each from promised legacy contribution
U.S. host cities are demanding reimbursement from FIFA, claiming the international soccer governing body hasn’t distributed funding earmarked for operational projects for this year’s World Cup.
U.S. host cities are demanding reimbursement from FIFA, claiming the international soccer governing body hasn’t distributed funding earmarked for operational projects for this year’s World Cup.
FIFA scraps plan to sell World Cup stake to private investors following backlash, Infantino says
FIFA is now scrapping plans to sell a stake in the World Cup to private investors following global criticism.
FIFA is now scrapping plans to sell a stake in the World Cup to private investors following global criticism.
FIFA studies expanding 2030 World Cup to 64 teams: Reuters
FIFA is studying whether to expand the 2030 men's World Cup from 48 to 64 teams, according to a document reviewed by Reuters, as the tournament prepares to celebrate its 100th anniversary.
FIFA is studying whether to expand the 2030 men's World Cup from 48 to 64 teams, according to a document reviewed by Reuters, as the tournament prepares to celebrate its 100th anniversary.
FIFA World Cup: UEFA says it will boycott tournament over $20 billion investor plan
UEFA, the Union of European Football Association, says it will boycott the FIFA World Cup if plans to sell a stake in the tournament go through.
UEFA, the Union of European Football Association, says it will boycott the FIFA World Cup if plans to sell a stake in the tournament go through.
CBP officers seize nearly 20,000 counterfeit FIFA World Cup items at George Bush Intercontinental Airport
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) says agents at George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston seized nearly 20,000 counterfeit FIFA World Cup 2026 merchandise.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) says agents at George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston seized nearly 20,000 counterfeit FIFA World Cup 2026 merchandise.
Houston leaders declare 2026 World Cup a triumph, cite $500M legacy and future bid ambitions
City and host committee leaders declared Houston’s role in the 2026 FIFA World Cup an overwhelming success, drawing over 1.1 million total participants and half a million out-of-town visitors across seven matches and a top-rated Fan Fest in East Downtown.
City and host committee leaders declared Houston’s role in the 2026 FIFA World Cup an overwhelming success, drawing over 1.1 million total participants and half a million out-of-town visitors across seven matches and a top-rated Fan Fest in East Downtown.
FIFA World Cup 2026: Houston's success by the numbers
City and host committee leaders declared Houston’s role in the 2026 FIFA World Cup an overwhelming success during a press conference on Wednesday. FOX 26's Mekenna Earnharts shares the success by the numbers
City and host committee leaders declared Houston’s role in the 2026 FIFA World Cup an overwhelming success during a press conference on Wednesday. FOX 26's Mekenna Earnharts shares the success by the numbers
IRS in the hot seat over potential cash grab from Spain's World Cup winnings: 'It's a rip-off'
As reigning 2026 FIFA World Cup champions, Spain won $50 million in prize money, but a large portion of that could be subject to federal taxes in the United States — potentially up to 30%.
As reigning 2026 FIFA World Cup champions, Spain won $50 million in prize money, but a large portion of that could be subject to federal taxes in the United States — potentially up to 30%.
2030 FIFA World Cup will span across 3 continents and 6 countries, may expand to 64 teams
After 39 days, 72 group stage matches, the Round of 32, the Round of 16, the Quarterfinals, Semifinals, and third-place Bronze match, the 2026 FIFA World Cup concluded Sunday with Spain defeating Argentina 1 -0. Now the world will have to wait four more years for the next World Cup in 2030 which will span across three continents and six countries
After 39 days, 72 group stage matches, the Round of 32, the Round of 16, the Quarterfinals, Semifinals, and third-place Bronze match, the 2026 FIFA World Cup concluded Sunday with Spain defeating Argentina 1 -0. Now the world will have to wait four more years for the next World Cup in 2030 which will span across three continents and six countries
Spain wins the FIFA World Cup over Argentina
Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in extra time to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup, securing its second world title with a dramatic victory in the final.
Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in extra time to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup, securing its second world title with a dramatic victory in the final.
President Trump presents World Cup to Spain
As the president of one of the tournament’s host nations, Trump was there Sunday to help deliver soccer’s greatest prize to Spain.
As the president of one of the tournament’s host nations, Trump was there Sunday to help deliver soccer’s greatest prize to Spain.
Mbappé tops Messi for Golden Boot, all-time record
The race for the 2026 World Cup Golden Boot as the tournament’s top goal scorer came down to the final weekend.
The race for the 2026 World Cup Golden Boot as the tournament’s top goal scorer came down to the final weekend.
Shakira, Justin Bieber, Muppets take stage for World Cup halftime
A star-studded World Cup halftime show began with one of pop music’s biggest stars joined by two of the biggest stars in Brazilian soccer history. Madonna kicked off the celebration by performing her 2000 dance-pop hit "Music," flanked by Ronaldo and Ronaldinho.
A star-studded World Cup halftime show began with one of pop music’s biggest stars joined by two of the biggest stars in Brazilian soccer history. Madonna kicked off the celebration by performing her 2000 dance-pop hit "Music," flanked by Ronaldo and Ronaldinho.
World Cup final: How much money does the winning team get?
On Sunday, either Spain or Argentina will celebrate their World Cup win with the hoisting of the trophy and a championship ring for each player. The winning team will also get a massive payout.
On Sunday, either Spain or Argentina will celebrate their World Cup win with the hoisting of the trophy and a championship ring for each player. The winning team will also get a massive payout.
How to watch today’s World Cup Final: Sunday, July 19 - Spain vs Argentina
After 39 days, 72 group stage matches, the Round of 32, the Round of 16, the Quarterfinals, Semifinals, and third-place Bronze match, the FIFA World Cup Final is here with Spain taking on Argentina for the Championship.
After 39 days, 72 group stage matches, the Round of 32, the Round of 16, the Quarterfinals, Semifinals, and third-place Bronze match, the FIFA World Cup Final is here with Spain taking on Argentina for the Championship.
England claims World Cup bronze after 10-goal thriller against France
Bukayo Saka scored a hat trick as England beat France 6-4 in a stunning World Cup third-place match.
Bukayo Saka scored a hat trick as England beat France 6-4 in a stunning World Cup third-place match.
Saka leads England over France in thriller; 6-4, Mbappé passes Messi
England held on against a furious second-half comeback by France to win 6-4 and claim third place in the 2026 World Cup, while Kylian Mbappé laid down the gauntlet in the Golden Boot race.
England held on against a furious second-half comeback by France to win 6-4 and claim third place in the 2026 World Cup, while Kylian Mbappé laid down the gauntlet in the Golden Boot race.
World Cup fans at Houston Fan Festival for Appreciation Day
Attendees at Houston's FIFA Fan Festival were feeling bittersweet for the second to last day of World Cup 2026. FOX 26's Mekenna Earnhart spoke to fans during the France vs England Bronze match.
Attendees at Houston's FIFA Fan Festival were feeling bittersweet for the second to last day of World Cup 2026. FOX 26's Mekenna Earnhart spoke to fans during the France vs England Bronze match.
How to watch today’s World Cup Bronze Final: Saturday, July 18 - France vs England
The FIFA World Cup Bronze Final takes place today between France and England on the pitch at Miami Stadium.
The FIFA World Cup Bronze Final takes place today between France and England on the pitch at Miami Stadium.
The history behind the World Cup trophy
The FIFA World Cup trophy, soccer’s most sought-after prize, will be hoisted once again after the final match Sunday. Here's the story behind the statue.
The FIFA World Cup trophy, soccer’s most sought-after prize, will be hoisted once again after the final match Sunday. Here's the story behind the statue.