FIFA Men's World Cup 2026™
There’s a lot to celebrate and buzz about the 2026 FIFA World Cup. For one, it will be the first time three countries will host the game: U.S., Canada and Mexico. North America will be the first to host 48 teams, an expansion from 32. Which means longer matches and more fanfare.
Mark this momentous occasion with us and follow KPBS’ coverage of the biggest sporting event of the year.
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With President Trump in attendance, an all-superstar lineup that included Madonna, BTS, Justin Bieber and Burna Boy felt a little more political than it might have otherwise. -
In 1994, the last men's World Cup the U.S. hosted sparked soccer fever, from youth leagues to TV broadcasts to the formation of MLS. Now, can MLS harness this World Cup for a new generation of fans? -
Spain's run to the title was a defensive masterclass, with wins over four of the world's top ten teams. They are the first World Cup champion to win the title while only conceding a single goal. -
Tune into World Cup coverage, and you are likely to see waves of male, screaming, sweaty fans. But one of the joys of covering this World Cup has been speaking to women who love soccer. -
The show, which will begin somewhere around 3:45 PM ET, will air in the U.S. on Fox, Fox One and in Spanish on Telemundo, as well as on the Fox Sports app and streaming in Spanish on Peacock. It's expected to run for about 11 minutes.
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