Hundreds of veterans snag free World Cup tickets

A program for veterans, current military and first responders secured almost 5,000 free tickets for World Cup matches.

• Jun 25

TV host sorry for slamming player for leaving World Cup for baby's birth

France Pierron described childbirth as "a disgusting moment, excuse me, where the dad is useless" during a TV appearance.

• Jun 24

U.S. clinches spot in World Cup knockout round with dominant win over Australia

In front of a roaring Seattle crowd, the U.S. men's soccer team​ on Friday defeated Australia in its second World Cup match, clinching a spot in the Round of 32 in the process.

• Jun 19

Messi ties men's World Cup goals record with first World Cup hat trick

Lionel Messi tied the Men's World Cup goals record with his first World Cup hat trick as Argentina topped Algeria.

• Jun 17

Referee denied entry into U.S. was talking to "very bad people," official says

Andrew Giuliani, the executive director of the White House's World Cup task force and the son of former NYC Mayor Rudy Giuliani, said he stood by the U.S.'s decision to reject Omar Artan.

• Jun 15

World Cup kicks off with 3 opening ceremonies, 48 teams, billions of fans

With matches being played in 11 cities across the U.S., Mexico and Canada​, fans are getting three World Cup opening ceremonies.

• Jun 15

2 men charged after gear stolen from England's World Cup team

Footwear and soccer balls were among the items taken, the BBC reported, but the theft did not include anything "game-critical."

• Jun 14

Body found outside Tijuana stadium where Iran team is training for World Cup

Mexican authorities are investigating how a corpse ended up outside a stadium in the border city of Tijuana, where Iran's national team has been training for the World Cup.

• Jun 13

U.S. cruises past Paraguay 4-1 in World Cup opener

The U.S. men's national soccer team made easy work of Paraguay in its World Cup opener Friday, defeating the South American side 4-1 at SoFi Stadium.

• Jun 13

Police dress up as World Cup mascots to carry out drug sting

The officers in mascot costumes used a metal sledgehammer to break down a door to enter with colleagues.

• Jun 13

Iran-linked group claims hack of FBI drones, threatens World Cup, monitor says

An Iran​-linked hacker group claims to have breached FBI drones and has threatened to target the World Cup, a monitoring group says. The monitor disputes some of the other group's claims.

• Jun 12

World Cup kicks off in Mexico with Shakira and a home team victory

The 2026 FIFA World Cup opening ceremony festivities got underway a little over an hour before the first kickoff in Mexico City's Estadio Azteca.

• Jun 11

The World Cup will draw millions of fans, but economic payoff is modest

Although the five-week soccer tournament starting on Thursday is the largest sporting event ever, the U.S. economic gains are likely to be muted.

• Jun 11

5 police officers shot dead in Mexico as World Cup kicks off

Five Mexican police officers were killed and five others wounded on the eve of the World Cup opener in Mexico City, authorities said.

• Jun 11

How FIFA World Cup rules on extra time and tiebreakers work for 2026

Games are likely to be tied at the end of regulation at the 2026 World Cup, especially in the late stages of the tournament with a highly competitive field.

• Jun 11

N.Y. working families, first responders to receive free World Cup tickets

Hundreds of free World Cup tickets will be given to working families with kids, first responders and military families in the New York City area.

• Jun 10

U.S. Embassy in Mexico warns Americans of safety risks ahead of World Cup

The U.S. Embassy said Americans traveling to Mexico for the World Cup should look at advisories for the region they will be visiting.

• Jun 10

Tim Ream on World Cup expectations

The World Cup kicks off on Thursday and the U.S. men's national team begins its quest against Paraguay on Friday, led by veteran defender Tim Ream. He speaks to "CBS Mornings" about expectations for the U.S. men's national team, his leadership and more.

• Jun 10

Public health concerns during World Cup

Health officials are warning about the increased risk for potential disease outbreaks during the 2026 FIFA World Cup due to the lack of federal public health infrastructure and planning. CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Céline Gounder shares more about how fans can protect themselves during mass gathering events.

• Jun 10

U.S. bars entry of FIFA World Cup referee from Somalia

Federal immigration authorities barred a Somali soccer referee who was slated to officiate the FIFA World Cup from entering the U.S. over the weekend, citing "vetting concerns."

• Jun 10

Many soccer fans excited about U.S. hosting World Cup, CBS News poll finds

The U.S. being a host country for the World Cup generates interest among fans, but less so among those who are not soccer fans.

• Jun 9

Mass transit to be put to the test for World Cup host cities

Eleven U.S. cities will host hundreds of thousands of World Cup fans over the next few weeks.

• Jun 9

Meet the 2026 World Cup U.S. Men's National Team

The squad was announced during an event in New York City on Tuesday after U.S. Men's National Team manager Mauricio Pochettino spent months evaluating players to finalize the roster.

• May 26

Exorbitant World Cup ticket prices creating sticker shock for soccer fans

FIFA President Gianni Infantino joked that if someone does pay $2 million for a ticket to the World Cup final, "I will personally bring him a hot dog and a Coke."

• May 16

DHS Secretary Mullin says ICE won't "round up" people at World Cup

Secretary of Homeland Security Markwayne Mullin told CBS News that ICE arrests at the FIFA World Cup are not off the table, but the agency will not be at the global sporting event for the purpose of immigration arrests.

• May 13

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