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World Cup: One big question for every round-of-16 team World Cup: One big question for every round-of-16 team

As this week sees the World Cup field cut from 32 to 16, we're wondering what the biggest issue is for each team still in the tournament.

Opposition scouting: Former USMNT boss Bruce Arena breaks down Belgium Opposition scouting: Former USMNT boss Bruce Arena breaks down Belgium

Who better to detail how the U.S. can beat Belgium and reach the quarterfinals than the last coach to take the Americans to the World Cup's last eight?

Imps, Saints and Vikings: 2026-27 Champions League kicks off Imps, Saints and Vikings: 2026-27 Champions League kicks off

The new Champions League campaign begins 38 days after last season's final. Plenty of unheralded clubs are involved, all with their own fascinating stories.

World Cup 2026 referees: Complete list of officials and VAR teams World Cup 2026 referees: Complete list of officials and VAR teams

Find out who the 170 officials are for the 2026 World Cup and when will we find out who is refereeing which game?

Why are there hydration breaks at the 2026 World Cup, and why has FIFA been criticised? Why are there hydration breaks at the 2026 World Cup, and why has FIFA been criticised?

All 104 matches at the 2026 World Cup are stopping for two hydration breaks. Why have they been stipulated by FIFA, and why have they been criticised?

Free World Cup 2026 predictor: Simulate your road to the final Free World Cup 2026 predictor: Simulate your road to the final

Put your football knowledge to the test with ESPN's free World Cup 2026 predictor games and forecast every twist and turn of the tournament.