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Gio Reyna scored a goal in stoppage time that sealed the United States’ 4-1 win over Paraguay.

Follow along for live updates from the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Sunday. Get the latest news, results and highlights from the 48-team, 39-day tournament.

Coach Bubista insisted Cape Verde will "play without fear" as they make their FIFA World Cup debut against Spain in Atlanta on Monday.

"America, I love you but this one is kinda crazy," one fan wrote on social media in response to a $19 can of Stella Artois.

Somali referee Omar Artan will be paid in full for the 2026 FIFA World Cup despite being denied entry to the United States for the tournament.

A Scottish fan at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Boston was hilariously mesmerized by New England Patriots cheerleaders during Scotland vs. Haiti.

FIFA is doing its best to curb the blinding sunlight that shines through the windows at AT&T Stadium in the late afternoon.