The FIFA World Cup is the most-watched sporting event on the planet—nothing else comes close. In 2022, the final between Argentina and France—where Lionel Messi finally lifted the trophy—pulled in a staggering 1.5 billion viewers worldwide. Across the entire tournament, FIFA estimates that around five billion people tuned in at some point.

Read through Spain's World Cup history, records and memorable moments. Follow their road to the tournament with the latest on their fixtures, group and coach.

The tournament unfolds from June 11 to July 19, 2026. The opening match is scheduled for June 11, 2026, at Mexico City's Estadio Azteca, with the final held July 19, 2026, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

Each tournament, the term ‘Group of Death’ will be bandied about, with the unfortunate residents forced to contest a surprisingly competitive group at the first hurdle. They often contain at least two Goliaths—usually from Europe and/or South America—as well as several dark horses seeking to upset the odds.

Discover the 10 best World Cup goals ever scored, from Pelé to Richarlison, and learn who could deliver the next iconic strike in 2026.

Yahoo Sports senior MLB analyst Jordan Shusterman recaps the Los Angeles Dodgers historic win over the Toronto Blue Jays in Game 3 of the 2025 World Series. Check out more World Series analysis on the “Baseball Bar-B-Cast” podcast - and subscribe on Apple Podcasts,

Panama were confirmed as participants in the expanded 48-team tournament after finishing in first place of Group A in the third round of Concacaf qualifying. The 2026 edition will be their second participation in the World Cup, and their first since Russia 2018.

Here’s a look at some key moments which helped to decide an incident-packed championship fight after McLaren driver Lando Norris clinched his first Formula 1 title at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on Sunda