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Musical performances, colour, and fan excitement precede the World Cup's opening game in Mexico City.

Mourinho returns to La Liga giants after 13 years following Florentino Perez's re-election as club president.

Follow our live build-up, with full opening ceremony and team news coverage, ahead of our text commentary stream.

Omar Artan ​was named among match officials ​for 2026 World Cup but will miss the tournament after US refuses him entry.

Fight time, undercard, stats and how to watch as Topuria and Gaethje tussle in front of Donald Trump at the White House.

Argentina fans denied US visas get free TVs to watch World Cup.

Russia is accused of usurping control of the game in areas of Ukraine captured by Russian forces since 2022.

A massive 850-square-meter street mural of football star Neymar da Silva has been unveiled in Brazil's Novo Hamburgo.

There are a record 72 group games at this summer's tournament, and we've picked the matches that you shouldn't miss.

Mexico City's iconic Estadio Azteca will become the first venue to host matches at three separate World Cups.