Forty-eight nations' men's national soccer teams will battle it out at 16 stadiums throughout North America in summer 2026.

England has become the first country from Europe to qualify for the 2026 World Cup but Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal will have to wait after conceding a stoppage-time equalizer against Hungary.

It was also a record-extending 142nd goal in men’s internationals for Ronaldo and made the score 1-1 in Lisbon. He then added a second goal in first-half stoppage time to give Portugal a 2-1 lead at halftime and improve his tally in World Cup qualifying to 41 goals. Ronaldo has scored those 41 goals in 50 World Cup qualifiers.

The Trump administration plans to spend $500 million on drone detection and jamming technology to protect 2026 World Cup venues, including Kansas City.

Andy Kohlberg, the owner of Spanish soccer club Mallorca, warns that FIFA's ticket pricing for the next World Cup could harm the sport's image.

President Donald Trump made his remarks during a news conference at the White House on Tuesday, according to published reports.

The 2026 World Cup picture has grown clearer as October's qualifiers have seen several nations book their place. Full list of teams to qualify.

GUADALAJARA, Mexico (AP) — Jordy Alcivar scored on a penalty kick in the first half to help Ecuador secure a 1-1 draw against Mexico on Tuesday in a warmup match for both teams for the 2026 World Cup. German Berterame opened the scoring in the third minute, but Alcivar tied it in the 20th.