Three Lessons We’ve Learned from the Historic 2026 World Cup
We’re sharing the three biggest lessons we’ve learned from watching the 2026 World Cup in North America. They include the thrilling results of an expanded format, controversial red card rulings, and another impressive run by Lionel Messi.
Smoke From Wildfires Could Impact Sunday’s World Cup Final
Smoke from Canadian wildfires is pouring into New Jersey, where the World Cup Final will be held on Sunday. FIFA isn’t preparing to move or delay the match, meaning players will have to deal with poor breathing conditions on Sunday.
Despite Controversy, The Expanded World Cup Format Delivered
The 2026 World Cup’s expanded field has delivered some incredible excitement for fans. We’ve seen incredible upsets, thrilling matches, and history made by the world’s top stars. It’s helped overshadow the tournament’s many controversies, making it a win for FIFA.
What Went Wrong in The USMNT’s Disappointing World Cup Exit
After entering as the betting favorite, the USMNT lost 1-4 to Belgium in the World Cup. While the team offered few answers after the match, we see there are a few reasons why this once-promising team fell flat on Monday.
FIFA Suspends Balogun Red Card Ahead of Round of 16 Match
FIFA has lifted the one-game suspension of the USMNT’s Florian Balogun following his Round of 32 red card. The move will allow the team to have its top scorer on the pitch for their Round of 16 matchup against Belgium.
Where All Three World Cup Hosts Stand After the Round of 32
All three 2026 World Cup hosts have advanced to the Round of 16, keeping their hopes of winning their first title alive. We’re breaking down how each squad got here, and providing a short preview of their Round of 16 matchups.
The Biggest Losers From the 2026 World Cup Group Stage
With the 2026 World Cup knockout round set to start next week, we’re sharing our three biggest losers from group play. While two still have a path out of group play, their first two matches have fallen well short of expectations.
Massachusetts Launches “Safer Bets Start Here” Campaign
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission has officially launched a new public awareness campaign. Its goal is to promote legal gambling platforms while warning residents about the dangers of illegal ones. It will be running throughout the 2026 World Cup.
Three Standout Moments From the First World Cup Matches
The 2026 World Cup’s opening matches have delivered some incredible results, but three stood out against the rest. We’re highlighting the trio of moments that resonated most with us and how they changed our predictions for the tournament.
USMNT Silences Doubters With Dominant Win Against Paraguay
The USMNT delivered a dominant win against Paraguay to open the World Cup. While they were favored to win, the way they did silenced their many doubters. Will that success continue, or will a Pulisic injury derail the team’s hopes?