The 2026 World Cup draw at Washington's Kennedy Center sets the stage for football's biggest tournament, amid political distractions and dreams for debutant nations. Discover the groups and the road to North America.
FIFA's exclusive World Cup draw in Washington, hosted by Heidi Klum and Kevin Hart, promises a lengthy, star-studded ceremony. Critics yearn for the simpler days of Sir Bert Millichip and a velvet bag.
Ahead of Friday's World Cup 2026 draw, we analyse the toughest possible groups for England, Scotland, USA and Australia, and identify a potential 'group of death'. Read the full analysis.
A damning report reveals deep distrust in FIFA and the IOC over handling athletes convicted of sexual offences, as the 2026 World Cup final venue is confirmed. Read the full investigation.
Cartoonist David Squires dissects the intense FIFA World Cup 2026 draw in Washington and what it means for Tony Popovic's Socceroos. Explore the analysis and implications.
Leading human rights organisations urge FIFA to address serious concerns over migrant worker welfare and policing ahead of the 2026 World Cup in North America. Read the full report.
The pool stage draw for the 2027 Men's Rugby World Cup in Australia has been made at a VIP event hosted by John Eales. Discover the fixtures and key dates.
Russian President Vladimir Putin accuses Europe of hindering peace. FIFA scales back dynamic pricing for 2026 World Cup tickets. Plus, the definitive best Christmas film is named. Get the day's top stories in our concise news roundup.
FIFA has backed away from using dynamic pricing for all 2026 World Cup tickets after fan cost concerns. Fixed-price options will be available for specific fan categories. Read the latest details.
The draw for the 2027 Men's Rugby World Cup in Australia sets the stage. Discover the new 24-team format, pool bands, and potential paths to the final.
Guardian cartoonist David Squires offers his unique, illustrated perspective on the themes and personalities shaping the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America. Explore his latest work.
Your complete guide to the FIFA World Cup 2026 draw. Find out the date, UK start time, how the new seeding system works, and what it means for England and Scotland. Watch live on BBC Two.
Australia will discover their group stage opponents for the 2027 Rugby World Cup in a Sydney draw that sets up a favourable path to the knockout rounds. The expanded 24-team tournament will be held across seven cities.
England drawn against Brazil in 2026 World Cup group stage. Can Southgate's squad overcome the five-time champions? Read our analysis of the challenging draw.
Iran's football federation will boycott the World Cup draw after US granted only four visas. Federation president denied entry to Washington event. Read the full story.
Selhurst Park, Wembley, and 20 other stadiums across the UK and Ireland are proposed to host the 2035 FIFA Women's World Cup, promising the most accessible tournament ever.
The home nations have officially launched their joint bid to host the 2035 FIFA Women's World Cup, promising the most accessible tournament ever. Discover the stadiums and the bid's potential impact.
The home nations launch their historic joint bid for the 2035 FIFA Women's World Cup, proposing 22 stadiums and 4.5 million tickets. Discover the plan to host the world.
The UK has submitted its bid to host the 2035 FIFA Women's World Cup, proposing 22 stadiums across 15 cities. Discover how this historic event could transform football.
The FA has selected Wembley Stadium as its preferred venue for the 2035 Women's World Cup final, sidelining Manchester United's new stadium ambitions. Discover the full UK hosting plans.
Cristiano Ronaldo's red card suspension reduced by FIFA after White House dinner with Infantino, sparking accusations of preferential treatment for star players.
The Socceroos secure a favourable Pot 2 seeding for the 2026 World Cup draw, avoiding top-tier nations and enhancing their chances of progressing from the group stage.
FIFA introduces a tennis-style seeding system for the 2026 World Cup draw, ensuring Spain, Argentina, France, and England cannot meet until the semi-finals. Discover the full implications.
Cristiano Ronaldo is eligible for Portugal's World Cup opener after Fifa suspended two games of his three-match ban for a red card against the Republic of Ireland. Discover the details.
Fifa partners with Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, pledging $1bn for discounted stadium loans to developing nations. Explore the growing ties shaping football's future.
Donald Trump's White House meeting with Cristiano Ronaldo and Mohammed bin Salman raises serious questions about football's role in global politics. Discover the implications for the 2034 World Cup.
FIFA's World Cup playoff draw revealed challenging paths for UK nations as Wales face Bosnia, Northern Ireland meet Italy, and Republic of Ireland take on Czech Republic. Follow the road to North America.
Everything you need to know about the 2026 FIFA World Cup across Canada, Mexico, and the USA. From the 48-team format and host cities to tickets and the historic half-time show.
Scotland celebrates historic World Cup qualification after a thrilling 4-2 win against Denmark. Stars including Andy Murray and James McAvoy join the nation in jubilation.
Steve Clarke leads Scotland to first World Cup since 1998. Manager reveals emotional team talk & how qualification inspires next generation. Read the full story.