Jairzinho: I’ll never forget the Azteca
Scorer of seven goals at a triumphant 1970 FIFA World Cup™, the Brazil legend retains a deep affection for the Azteca, the venue for FIFA World Cup 2026™'s opening match.
Osorio talks Toronto, Canada and World Cup dreams
Toronto FC captain and Canada international Jonathan Osorio speaks to FIFA about his hometown and the FIFA World Cup 26™.
FIFA World Cup 26™ match schedule revealed
FIFA has revealed the match schedule for the FIFA World Cup 26™, with the final to be held in New York New Jersey and the opening match at the iconic Estadio Azteca.
UAE’s goal blitz | 10 great moments on sand
We begin our countdown to UAE 2024 Dubai by remembering how United Arab Emirates went on a goal rampage in 2008.
How the FIFA World Cup format has evolved
The global showpiece has undergone numerous changes and expansions since the inaugural tournament in 1930.
Rivals in Brazil, Italy and Spain clash in this week’s Fives predictions
Win points in the Play Zone by predicting grudge matches from Brazil, Italy and Spain.
Al-Hindasi: Oman’s goal is to reach the knockout phase
Al-Yaqdhan Al-Hindasi believes that, despite having titans Brazil and Portugal for company in the group stage, Oman can go through.
Akaguma: I will give everything to finish as top scorer
Japan ace Takuya Akaguma discusses his regret at only scoring twice in the Russia 2021 final and his hopes of a “dream double” of trophies at UAE 2024 Dubai.
The World Cup Finals that made history
The Miracle of Berne, the magic of Pele and Messi's crowning glory all feature in our list of the greatest World Cup Finals of all time.
Mirjalili: My life dream is to win the Golden Glove
Seyed Mirjalili discusses being a goal-scoring goalkeeper and Iran’s group-stage opponents at forthcoming FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup.
Sunday, 20 July , 2025