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World Cup begins with Mexico hosting South Africa in opening match
Carlos Rodriguez, Associated Press | Updated June 11 - 2:11 p.m. | Save Story
The largest World Cup in tournament history kicked off Thursday with co-host Mexico taking on South Africa in the opening match.
World Cup what to know: Mexico kicks off a supersized, 48-team tournament
David Brandt, Associated Press | Updated June 11 - 11:30 a.m. | Save Story
After years of preparation, a supersized World Cup has finally arrived. This year's tournament is hosted by the U.S., Canada and Mexico.
Haiti's World Cup jersey deemed too political, echoing censure of its Winter Olympic uniform
Colleen Barry, Associated Press | Posted June 11 - 8:15 a.m. | Save Story
Haiti has been forced to change the design of its World Cup jersey after it was deemed too political by FIFA just months after the Caribbean nation had to amend its Winter Olympic uniforms.
Somali ref Artan picked for showpiece UEFA game after being barred by US from World Cup
Graham Dunbar, Associated Press | Posted June 11 - 7:36 a.m. | Save Story
Somali referee Omar Artan who was barred by the United States from the World Cup was picked on Thursday for the showcase UEFA Super Cup game in August.
Celebrations clash with social tensions in Mexico on the eve of the World Cup
Megan Janetsky And MarÍa Verza, Associated Press | Updated June 10 - 10:27 p.m. | Save Story
Escalating protests and social tensions in Mexico's capital threaten to derail FIFA World Cup celebrations on the eve of the opening ceremony as protesters effectively block off access to the plaza set to host the country's main fan celebrations.
Somali soccer referee denied entry to US for World Cup is welcomed home as a hero
Omar Faruk, Associated Press | Updated June 10 - 7:50 p.m. | Save Story
A leading soccer referee from Somalia who was denied entry to the United States for the World Cup tournament was warmly received by a crowd of supporters and officials on Wednesday as he arrived home.
Still thinking about World Cup tickets? Here's where prices, availability stand
The Associated Press | Posted June 10 - 5:48 p.m. | Save Story
The World Cup starts Thursday, and FIFA is charging record prices at the 11 stadiums in the United States, three in Mexico and two in Canada. FIFA is using dynamic pricing and has repeatedly raised the prices since tickets first went on sale last fall. FIFA president Gianni Infantino defended those prices Wednesday as fitting in the North American market, but they have been criticized for list prices that have reached five figures.
FIFA's Infantino defends World Cup ticket prices, says fans 'should chill' about ref denied US entry
Carlos Rodriguez, Associated Press | Updated June 10 - 1:26 p.m. | Save Story
FIFA President Gianni Infantino defended World Cup ticket prices, saying Wednesday "if we are doing something wrong, everyone in North America is doing something wrong."
Guadalajara ramps up security and promises safe World Cup after cartel violence scare
Tales Azzoni And Diana De La Mora, Associated Press | Posted June 10 - 12:11 p.m. | Save Story
With the World Cup about to begin, heavily armed police and National Guard officers are patrolling the streets of Guadalajara as authorities try to reassure visitors and residents that security won't be an issue in a city that was rocked by cartel violence earlier this year.
As FIFA entices a new generation of fans, a Brazil influencer's platform will stream all 104 games
Tales Azzoni, Associated Press | Updated June 10 - 11:31 a.m. | Save Story
In Brazil, home of soccer-mad fans and the five-time world champions, the only way to watch all 104 games of the World Cup will be through a streaming platform anchored by an influencer.
After troubled World Cup lead-in, UN human rights chief urges 'rethink' of US immigration policy
Graham Dunbar, Associated Press | Posted June 10 - 8:13 a.m. | Save Story
The United Nations' top human rights official called Wednesday for a "massive rethink" of immigration policies especially in the United States around the World Cup.
Pochettino says no Americans among top 100 players yet US can win World Cup
Ronald Blum, Associated Press | Posted June 10 - 5:00 a.m. | Save Story
Mauricio Pochettino was blunt in his assessment of American soccer talent.
Paraguay fans are eager for their long-awaited World Cup return, in the country they now call home
Amy Taxin, Associated Press | Posted June 10 - 4:00 a.m. | Save Story
When the first World Cup match in the U.S. kicks off, most eyes will be on the host country's home team. But for the small community of Paraguayans living in the U.S., it's a moment in the spotlight for their own treasured team, returning to the tournament after a 16-year absence.
Messi scores on a penalty as Argentina beats Iceland 3-0 in its final World Cup tune-up
The Associated Press | Updated June 9 - 10:24 p.m. | Save Story
Lionel Messi is ready for his sixth World Cup.
World Cup ref denied entry to the US was about to make history for Somalia
Omar Faruk And Gerald Imray, Associated Press | Updated June 9 - 10:17 p.m. | Save Story
The World Cup referee from Somalia who was denied entry to the United States after arriving in Miami and subsequently cut from the tournament by FIFA was set to make history for his country.
Benfica says Mourinho has agreed a move to Real Madrid after Arbeloa departure announced
The Associated Press | Updated June 9 - 4:57 p.m. | Save Story
Benfica said late Tuesday that its coach José Mourinho had agreed to return to Real Madrid, which earlier announced that it had parted ways with coach Álvaro Arbeloa.
US goalkeepers aim to live up to predecessors at World Cup, yet Pochettino hasn't picked a starter
Greg Beacham, Associated Press | Posted June 9 - 4:19 p.m. | Save Story
In many previous World Cup cycles over the past three decades, the best and most accomplished players on the U.S. men's roster were their goalkeepers.
Some host cities are aiming to house, not arrest, homeless people ahead of the World Cup
Michael Casey, R.j. Rico And Charlotte Kramon, Associated Press | Updated June 9 - 3:13 p.m. | Save Story
to address homelessness. Advocates worry some cities will rely on a strategy of temporarily removing the homeless from areas where fans gather and games are played, rather than providing them with long-term housing. Such tactics have been seen in the past at large sports and political events worldwide.
Stadium workers near LA say they have a tentative deal, averting strike ahead of World Cup
Jaimie Ding And Amy Taxin, Associated Press | Updated June 9 - 2:23 p.m. | Save Story
Southern California stadium workers who threatened to strike for the U.S. men's soccer team's opening World Cup match said Tuesday they expect to stay on the job after reaching a tentative contract deal with higher wages and more labor protections.
