World Cup what to know: Mexico kicks off a supersized, 48-team tournament
After years of preparation, a supersized World Cup has finally arrived.
The World Cup poses an unprecedented security challenge at a fraught moment. Is the US ready?
The World Cup presents an unprecedented security challenge, with more countries, games and a larger footprint than ever before.
Christian Pulisic scores first goal since December, helps US beat Senegal 3-2
Christian Pulisic ended a five-month scoreless streak with a goal and assist in the U.S.'s 3-2 win over Senegal.
Exorbitantly expensive tickets for early World Cup games still on general sale
Tickets for most of the World Cup group games remain on general sale with just over a month to go until the tournament kicks off on June 11.
Top sporting events around Charlotte | January 8th – January 14th
Panthers playoff football is back and Cam Newton returns to Bank of America Stadium plus several more matchups to fill your sports calendar. Click through the gallery to see all the sporting events happening in and around Charlotte each week.
Top sporting events around Charlotte | December 18 – December 31st
Get ready for the holidays by keeping your sports calendar full with events around the Queen City. Click through the gallery to see all the sporting events happening in and around Charlotte each week.
USMNT to play Senegal in Charlotte before 2026 World Cup
The U.S. Men’s National Team will take on Senegal in Charlotte in May of next year in preparation for the 2026 World Cup.
Argentina and Messi to open World Cup against Algeria, US starts against Paraguay
The United States was drawn to start against Paraguay at Inglewood, California, on June 12, a day after Mexico hosts the opener against South Africa.
World Cup draw ceremony underway as FIFA awards peace prize to Trump
The 2026 World Cup draw began Friday with FIFA awarding its first peace prize to U.S. President Donald Trump, who has campaigned to win the Nobel Peace Prize.
US prioritizes visas for fans traveling for the World Cup, Olympics and other events
The Trump administration has instructed U.S. embassies and consulates around the world to prioritize visa applications from foreigners wishing to visit the United States to either invest in America or attend the 2026 World Cup, 2028 Olympics and other major sporting events.
14 US stadiums proposed among 20 possible sites for 2031 Women's World Cup
The United States Soccer Federation proposed 14 American sites among 20 possible venues to host games of the 2031 Women’s World Cup, including seven U.S. stadiums to be used for next year’s men’s tournament.
MLS owners vote to shift soccer season to a summer-to-spring calendar in 2027
Major League Soccer’s owners have voted to shift the league’s season to a summer to spring calendar in 2027, bringing it more in line with its international counterparts.
Top sporting events around Charlotte | October 23th-October 29th
Charlotte FC hosts the start of the MLS first round and the Carolina Panthers need your support as they look to win four straight games. Click through the gallery to see all the sporting events happening in and around Charlotte each week.
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