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USMNT finally at full strength — and looking to pass key test: 'Culture eats strategy for breakfast'

For the first time, every player USMNT head coach Mauricio Pochettino selected for the 2026 FIFA World Cup was finally fit and training together.

World Cup will put burgeoning US soccer culture to its biggest test

The "beautiful game" will shine in our beautiful country for the next month.

Queens native accepting possible USMNT bench role as World Cup opens

Ever since the 2022 World Cup, Timothy Weah’s status as a starter for the U.S. men’s national team has rarely been in question. Except now.

U.S. soccer legend sees crucial Christian Pulisic advantage for USMNT at this World Cup

Landon Donovan believes Christian Pulisic has an "incredible opportunity" to shine at this World Cup.

FIFA president says people 'should chill' about Somali referee denied US entry while doubling down on World Cup ticket prices

FIFA President Gianni Infantino defended World Cup ticket prices, saying Wednesday “if we are doing something wrong, everyone in North America is doing something wrong.”

2026 FIFA World Cup dark horses: The five nations that could make a surprise run in the tournament

From Erling Haaland's Norway to a rising Japan squad and a dangerous Colombia side, discover the five dark horse teams and two Cinderella nations that could shock the world at...

2026 FIFA World Cup Los Angeles Guide: How to navigate LA during the tournament

For the next 30 days, Los Angeles will become the crossroads of the soccer universe. 

World Cup 2026 Group L preview: Prediction, odds, full team overviews

The Post previews Group L at the World Cup. Here's what to know about England, Croatia, Ghana and Panama.

Brazil gets eight red cards in wild home loss to USWNT

The first half was highly physical.

Here's what it'll cost you to see what might be Messi's final World Cup

Argentina's defending World Cup champion club takes on Algeria in Kansas City on June 16.

World Cup 2026 Group K preview: Prediction, odds, full team overviews

The Post previews Group K ahead of World Cup 2026. Here's what you need to know about Portugal, Colombia, DR Congo and Uzbekistan.

USMNT star declares himself ready for World Cup opener: 'Time to sacrifice'

His status was Team USA’s biggest worry heading into this World Cup.

World Cup 2026 Group J preview: Prediction, odds, full team overviews

The Post previews Group J ahead of World Cup 2026. Here's a look at Argentina, Algeria, Austria and Jordan.

World Cup 2026 Group I preview: Prediction, odds, full team overviews

The Post previews Group I at the 2026 World Cup. Here's a look at France, Senegal, Norway and Iraq.

World Cup 2026 Group H preview

The Post previews Group H ahead of World Cup 2026. Here's what to know about Spain, Uruguay, Saudi Arabia and Cape Verde.

Our best bet for Wednesday's World Cup friendly between England and Costa Rica

The Three Lions are -140 favorites on the three-way moneyline for this World Cup warmup.

World Cup 2026 Group G preview

The Post previews World Cup 2026 Group G, which features Belgium, Egypt, Iran and New Zealand.

World Cup 2026 Group F preview: Prediction, odds, full team overviews

The Post previews Group F ahead of World Cup 2026. Here's what you need to know about Japan, the Netherlands, Tunisia and Sweden.

Why these World Cup favorites might not make it out of the group stage

Two things are true about the World Cup. One of the favorites will likely win the tournament, but there's almost always a heavyweight that will bow out early.

How to bet on the World Cup: Odds and best sportsbooks to use | June 2026

If you’re new to betting on soccer, discover how to place bets on the World Cup.