The French national team held its first practice at Bentley University, which will serve as the team's training base, Thursday afternoon.

Sacramento businesses are preparing for a surge of soccer fans as the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches, with bars and restaurants across the region transforming into gathering places for supporters. Sacramento Republic FC is holding two watch parties downtown.

Singers Andrea Bocelli and Ejae perfom during the opening ceremony before the start of the World Cup Group A soccer match between Mexico and South Africa in Mexico City on Thursday. When it comes to staying informed in Minnesota, our newsletters overdeliver.

DETROIT, MI - No World Cup matches will be played in Michigan, and Detroit does not have a Major League Soccer or a National Women’s Soccer League team (to the chagrin of soccer supporters), but there are still plenty of places for local fans to watch the tournament’s opening matches.

Los Angeles is gearing up for a citywide takeover of the FIFA World Cup 2026, with bars, breweries, restaurants, and major venues across the region preparing for packed watch parties, extended hours,