USMNT draws Paraguay, Australia at World Cup

The United States will face Paraguay, Australia and the winner of a UEFA playoff featuring Türkiye, Romania, Slovakia and Kosovo in the group stage of the 2026 World Cup.

Read more 06 December, 07:10

Poch: USMNT can't be complacent after WC draw

USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino said his objective over the next six months is to continue to improve the squad and "show full respect" for its World Cup group stage opponents.

Read more 06 December, 07:10

Argentina to start WC title defense against Algeria

Argentina and Lionel Messi will play Algeria to open its World Cup title defense as part of a group that also includes Austria and Jordan.

Read more 06 December, 07:10

Mexico happy with familiar opponents at World Cup

World Cup co-host Mexico was optimistic about its chances of advancing from the group stage after being drawn to play against South Africa, South Korea and a yet-to-be-determined European team.

Read more 06 December, 07:10

Tuchel 'confident' despite England's tough WC draw

Thomas Tuchel is "confident" about England's 2026 World Cup chances despite being drawn into a "difficult group" alongside Croatia, Ghana and Panama

Read more 06 December, 07:10

De la Fuente demands WC group sweep for Spain

Spain coach Luis de la Fuente urged his team to win the Group H to avoid a possible matchup with Argentina in the Round of 32.

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LAFC promotes No. 2 Dos Santos to head coach

LAFC promoted longtime assistant Marc Dos Santos to replace Steve Cherundolo as head coach.

Read more 06 December, 07:10

Pep: 'Desperately' want Rodri Man City return

Pep Guardiola believes Manchester City's current defensive issues are partly down to missing "irreplaceable" Rodri.

Read more 06 December, 07:10

Lionel Messi sits down for a lengthy interview with ESPN, discussing his desire to again lead Argentina, the brilliance of Lionel Scaloni and why Pep Guardiola is one of "the best" ever.

Read more 06 December, 07:10

Lionel Messi sits down for a lengthy interview with ESPN, discussing his desire to again lead Argentina, the brilliance of Lionel Scaloni and why Pep Guardiola is one of "the best" ever.

Read more 06 December, 07:10

Lionel Messi sits down for a lengthy interview with ESPN, discussing his desire to again lead Argentina, the brilliance of Lionel Scaloni and why Pep Guardiola is one of "the best" ever.

Read more 06 December, 07:10

Lionel Messi sits down for a lengthy interview with ESPN, discussing his desire to again lead Argentina, the brilliance of Lionel Scaloni and why Pep Guardiola is one of "the best" ever.

Read more 06 December, 07:10

Lionel Messi sits down for a lengthy interview with ESPN, discussing his desire to again lead Argentina, the brilliance of Lionel Scaloni and why Pep Guardiola is one of "the best" ever.

Read more 06 December, 07:10

Lionel Messi sits down for a lengthy interview with ESPN, discussing his desire to again lead Argentina, the brilliance of Lionel Scaloni and why Pep Guardiola is one of "the best" ever.

Read more 06 December, 07:10

Lionel Messi sits down for a lengthy interview with ESPN, discussing his desire to again lead Argentina, the brilliance of Lionel Scaloni and why Pep Guardiola is one of "the best" ever.

Read more 06 December, 07:10

Lionel Messi sits down for a lengthy interview with ESPN, discussing his desire to again lead Argentina, the brilliance of Lionel Scaloni and why Pep Guardiola is one of "the best" ever.

Read more 06 December, 07:10

Lionel Messi sits down for a lengthy interview with ESPN, discussing his desire to again lead Argentina, the brilliance of Lionel Scaloni and why Pep Guardiola is one of "the best" ever.

Read more 06 December, 07:10

Lionel Messi sits down for a lengthy interview with ESPN, discussing his desire to again lead Argentina, the brilliance of Lionel Scaloni and why Pep Guardiola is one of "the best" ever.

Read more 06 December, 07:10

Lionel Messi sits down for a lengthy interview with ESPN, discussing his desire to again lead Argentina, the brilliance of Lionel Scaloni and why Pep Guardiola is one of "the best" ever.

Read more 06 December, 07:10

Laurens' weekend preview: Can Real Betis halt Barcelona run?

It's Friday and a full weekend of action awaits across the soccer calendar as Julien Laurens picks out the best games ahead in Europe.

Read more 06 December, 06:51

How the U.S. matches up vs. World Cup group-stage foes

The USMNT will face Paraguay, Australia and a to-be-confirmed European opponent next summer. Our writers discuss how Mauricio Pochettino's team will get on.

Read more 06 December, 06:50

MLS Cup in Miami is all about Messi; can Vancouver crash the party?

It's fitting that MLS Cup takes place on the same weekend as Miami's art fair, as old masters Lionel Messi and Thomas Müller prepare to face off.

Read more 06 December, 06:50

Vancouver isn't built around its star, and Müller & Co. are better for it

Instead of building the plane around Thomas Müller, the Whitecaps asked the legend to fit around their structure.

Read more 06 December, 06:50

Men's World Cup predictions: Group-by-group takeaways, must-see games

The World Cup draw is complete! What are the top matches to watch, and how will it all go down? We asked ESPN's writers to break down groups, highlight storylines and make picks.

Read more 06 December, 06:50

How the U.S. matches up vs. World Cup group-stage foes

The USMNT will face Paraguay, Australia and a to-be-confirmed European opponent next summer. Our writers discuss how Mauricio Pochettino's team will get on.

Read more 06 December, 04:14