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The 2026 FIFA World Cup football tournament, featuring matches, results, and related developments from the competition.

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2026-08-16 to 2026-11-13 · UTC publication dates

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  1. FIFA reverses red card against US forward Folarin Balogun

    FIFA reversed a red card issued to US forward Folarin Balogun during Team USA's match against Bosnia and Herzegovina, allowing him to play in the subsequent match against Belgium. The reversal came after President Trump called FIFA President Gianni Infantino requesting a review of the call.

    1 corroborating report

  2. Trump administration restricts World Cup entry for citizens from some countries

    The Trump administration's hard-line migration policies resulted in barring fans from some World Cup qualifier countries from entry into the United States. This included denying entry to a referee from Somalia who had won accolades for his officiating. Iranian team fans and some supporting personnel were also barred from the US.

    1 corroborating report

  3. Mexican President Sheinbaum and Canadian PM Carney attend World Cup final

    Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney attended the World Cup final at President Trump's invitation, despite recent tariff announcements and trade tensions between the three co-host nations.

    1 corroborating report

  4. United States hosts 2026 FIFA World Cup with Canada and Mexico

    The United States, along with co-hosts Canada and Mexico, hosted the 2026 FIFA World Cup, described as the biggest World Cup in history. The tournament involved navigating logistical challenges including visa decisions, ticket pricing, transit costs, and immigration enforcement coordination.

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  5. Team USA defeats Paraguay 4-1 in World Cup opener

    The United States Men's National Team defeated Paraguay 4-1 in its opening match of the World Cup on June 12. Secretary of State Marco Rubio attended the match.

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  6. Trump administration announces tariffs on Canada and Mexico

    The Trump administration announced stiff tariffs on Canada and Mexico, its World Cup co-hosts, and chose not to renew the existing trade pact among the three countries, setting up a new period of negotiations.

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  7. President Trump presents World Cup trophy to tournament winner

    President Donald Trump presented the FIFA World Cup trophy to the winner of the final between Argentina and Spain, as is customary for heads of state hosting the tournament.

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  8. Trump threatens tariffs on Canada over wildfires affecting US air quality

    President Trump threatened to impose tariffs on Canada over its wildfires, which have degraded air quality in parts of the United States, including northern New Jersey where the World Cup final was held.

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  9. Team USA loses to Belgium 4-1 in World Cup match

    The United States Men's National Team lost to Belgium 4-1 in a World Cup match, despite Folarin Balogun being eligible to play after the reversal of his red card.

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  10. Trump awarded first FIFA Peace Prize

    President Trump was awarded the first FIFA Peace Prize at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., during the World Cup final draw in December.

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  11. 2026 FIFA World Cup final held between Argentina and Spain

    The FIFA World Cup final took place on Sunday between Argentina and Spain at New York/New Jersey Stadium.

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  12. United States to host 2028 Summer Olympics and 2034 Winter Olympics

    The United States will host the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles and the 2034 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City. The successful hosting of the World Cup is expected to influence these future Olympic hosting duties.

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  13. United States expected to host 2031 Women's World Cup

    The United States is expected to be awarded hosting duties for the 2031 Women's World Cup. The Trump administration stated that part of securing these hosting duties will involve ensuring that only women participate in the tournament.

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  14. Trump calls FIFA President Infantino requesting referee call review

    President Trump made a phone call to FIFA President Gianni Infantino earlier in the month requesting a review of a controversial referee call in Team USA's match against Bosnia and Herzegovina. Infantino subsequently reversed the call.

    1 corroborating report

  15. Spain wins 2026 FIFA World Cup, defeating Argentina in final

    Spain won the 2026 FIFA World Cup final against Argentina with a score of 1-0. Ferran Torres scored the winning goal in the 106th minute of extra time, rifling a shot into the top of the net past Argentine goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez. The match took place at MetLife Stadium in New York/New Jersey on July 19, 2026. Spain's victory marks the team's second World Cup title and first since 2010.

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  16. Spain beats Austria 3-0 in World Cup round of 32

    Spain defeated Austria 3-0 in the round of 32 of the 2026 World Cup, advancing to the round of 16.

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  17. Ferran Torres becomes fifth substitute to score in World Cup final

    Ferran Torres, a Spanish substitute, scored the game-winning goal in the World Cup final. He became only the fifth substitute to score in a World Cup final and the first since Mario Götze for Germany in 2014. Torres is also the second Barcelona player to score in a World Cup final, after Andrés Iniesta in 2010.

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  18. Spain dominates Argentina in World Cup final with superior possession

    Spain controlled the match by dominating possession throughout the final. Argentina had only one shot on goal compared to Spain's 12 shots. Argentina played the final 30+ minutes with 10 men after midfielder Enzo Fernández was sent off with two yellow cards.

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  19. Spain concedes only one goal throughout 2026 World Cup tournament

    Spain's defense demonstrated exceptional performance during the 2026 World Cup, allowing only one goal across all eight matches of the tournament. Goalkeeper Unaí Simón is expected to win the Golden Glove award as the tournament's best goalkeeper.

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  20. Lionel Messi's World Cup career likely concludes with Argentina loss

    Lionel Messi, age 39, competed in the 2026 World Cup final as part of Argentina's attempt to defend its title from the 2022 World Cup. The loss to Spain is expected to end Messi's World Cup career. Messi has won two Copa América titles (2021, 2024) and one World Cup title (2022) in recent years.

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