Football Fixtures

Balogun says United States finding 'another gear' for knockouts

United States forward Folarin Balogun said he can "feel the difference" in the atmosphere around the World Cup now that the knockout stages have begun.

World Cup Daily LIVE: South Africa vs. Canada LIVE; Iran despair after late Austria drama

The knockout stage has officially begun! The round of 32 at the 2026 World Cup begins with our first match being South Africa against co-hosts Canada in Inglewood, California.

Marcotti's Best XI of World Cup group stage: Messi, Mbappe and who else?

The 2026 World Cup group stage has given us tons to cheer about, from superstars on form to wonderful underdog stories? How do you turn that into a Best XI? Gab Marcotti gives it a shot.

Balogun and Dest 'very confident' ahead of Bosnia knockout game

Balogun and Dest 'very confident' ahead of Bosnia knockout game.

South Korea coach Hong Myung-Bo quits after World Cup exit, criticism from president

South Korea coach Hong Myung-Bo resigned Sunday, a day after the team's quick elimination from the World Cup and following heavy criticism from the country's president.

Will the real England please stand up? Thomas Tuchel's side enter knockouts still searching for identity

ESPN's Tom Hamilton assesses England's group stage, the questions still surrounding Thomas Tuchel's side and why the knockouts will reveal their true identity.