Ranked: All 87 national teams that could win the 2026 World Cup
There are 87 national teams that could win the FIFA World Cup next summer. With only three international breaks left before the tournament, we rank every team.
The race to the 2026 World Cup: 25 teams have qualified, 20 to go
The race for the 2026 World Cup is drawing to a close. Here's how it's looking around the globe.
Why Mexico vs. Ecuador marks end of an era in international football
The October international window as we know it is about to close for the very last time. It's part a big change to FIFA breaks that begins next season.
Inside New Caledonia's World Cup dream (2:53)
New Zealand reflect on 'special' World Cup qualification (0:30)
New Zealand clinch WC spot despite Wood injury
New Zealand qualified for the 2026 World Cup as veterans Michael Boxall and Kosta Barbarouses scored in a second-half burst to beat New Caledonia 3-0.
What to watch for in March internationals: Tuchel's England debut, Ronaldo goals, Poch's first big U.S. test
It's the first internationals of the year! There's lots happening as World Cup qualifying ramps up and European teams face off in the Nations League.
Popovic: I wish Kluivert well, but not against us (1:08)
South Melbourne eye spot in new OFC Pro League
South Melbourne is launching an ambitious and romantic bid to return to the Pacific fold in the OFC Professional League.
FIFPro, Europe's big leagues vs. FIFA: The battle over soccer's calendar explained
FIFPro and Europe's top leagues have announced legal action against FIFA over soccer's packed schedule. Here's what you need to know.
Australia head to World Cup as Peru's run of punching above their weight ends
The Socceroos are off to Qatar, but it's hard to see where the Peruvian team goes from here.
New Zealand seal World Cup playoff spot
New Zealand crushed Solomon Islands 5-0 in the final of the Oceania qualifying tournament in Doha on Wednesday to seal a World Cup playoff berth.
FIFA in World Cup qualifiers schedule chaos
FIFA announced on Wednesday it has changed the format of the World Cup qualification tournament for the Oceania region due to COVID-19.
Infantino: Biennial World Cup will aid smaller nations
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has advocated hosting the World Cup biennially as a move that will help smaller nations achieve their dreams.
FIFA's scheduling of WCQ has Kiwis 'bamboozled'
New Zealand coach Danny Hay has criticised FIFA for scheduling part of Oceania's World Cup qualifying tournament outside the international window.
USMNT, Mexico learn potential WC playoff draw
The U.S. or Mexico could face a winner-takes-all match against a team from Oceania if either side doesn't directly qualify for the World Cup.
FIFA changes format for World Cup's last 2 spots
FIFA changed the World Cup qualifying format for the intercontinental playoffs on Friday to be single-leg games at a neutral venue.
World Cup qualifying: What to watch for on every continent
Could Portugal, Italy or Spain miss the World Cup finals? And will the United States get closer to qualifying? Here's what to watch for.
Club vs. country row brews for World Cup matches
Players who face mandatory quarantine of at least five days or government-imposed border restrictions can excused from call-ups.
Breakaway players face World Cup ban - FIFA
FIFA has said players who feature in any breakaway European Super League would be banned from playing in FIFA competitions.
Road to Qatar: England, France learn group foes
England must negotiate a difficult route to the 2022 World Cup in Qatar after being paired with Robert Lewandowski's Poland.
FIFA ban former OFC secretary Tai Nicholas
FIFA has banned former Oceania Football Confederation general secretary Tai Nicholas from the game for eight years for financial misconduct.
New Zealand Football elects first female president
New Zealand Football continued overhauling its governance after a tumultuous 2018 by electing Johanna Wood as its first female president.